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After 20 years of military service and earning a four-year degree, Sheila Gilmore never imagined it would be difficult to get a job. She had a 15-year employment gap on her resume, which reflected the time she was a stay-at-home mom, and the journey to find employment was rocky, but never gave up on her job search. Her perseverance as well as her dedication and passion for serving others helped her achieve her career goals despite the set backs.
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Celebrating American Democracy: Let’s Get #VoteReady!
On Tuesday November 8, millions of Americans will head to the polls to cast their ballots, effectively electing all 435 House of Representatives members, 34 senators, 36 governors, and many more elected officials. Your vote is your voice and your power. Some elections have been decided by only six votes.
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Goodwill Industries International Recognizes National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The observance was declared in 1988 by the United States Congress to raise awareness of the employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Waiver Deadline Looms Near
If you have a federal student loan and work in government or a non-profit, the scariest thing that can happen to you on Halloween is missing out on debt relief via the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) limited PSLF waiver.
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DIY Halloween Costume Inspiration for Your Four-Legged Friends
It’s never too early to start thinking about what you might dress up as for Halloween, especially if your goal is to thrift and DIY costumes for you and your furry friends. There are so many options to show off your costume look – while on a walk around town trick-or-treating with little kids, giving out candy at your own home, or at a neighborhood pet parade.
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Commerce Department Summit Highlights Community Investments and Partnerships
The U.S. Department of Commerce recently hosted the first national summit of community organizations to promote the relaunch of the department’s Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo spoke at the event and urged community-based organizations to take an active role in implementing major new federal investments in infrastructure, broadband, digital equity, and manufacturing in their communities.
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This Two-Minute DIY Hack Can Help Transform Your Living Space for Halloween
Spooky season is upon us! It seems like the day the seasons officially shifted into autumn was when the weather changed as if on cue. The time has come to welcome all things fall into our homes, and that includes kicking off decorations for Halloween.
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Goodwill® Celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Goodwill Industries International is proud to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). In his Presidential Proclamation, President Biden urged Americans to embrace the talents and skills that workers with disabilities bring to the workplace.
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My Story: Raquel Hernandez-Gonzalez
Raquel has been focused on navigating the new changes in her life. Moving to the United States from the Dominican Republic, Raquel often faces language barriers. After gathering all the resources and utilizing the services Goodwill was able to provide to her, Raquel found a permanent, full-time job.
Lawmakers Approve Stopgap Funding Bill
With just hours to spare before the midnight deadline that would have shut down much of the federal government, President Biden signed into law a short-term funding bill for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023. The stopgap measure, known as a Continuing Resolution, funds the government at current levels of spending until December 16.
Cozy Fall Décor Inspiration for the Thrifty Shopper
There’s something magic about cozy season. It’s the cool down from a summer of sunshine and fun! I find the best way to enter a season is to welcome it, from a change in wardrobe to a change in home aesthetic. With tons of signs literally saying, “Hello Fall” and “Happy Autumn,” we’re in great shape to do so!
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Goodwill Advancing Digital Inclusion
October 3 - 7 marks National Digital Inclusion Week 2022, a time to promote digital equity and advance essential digital skills, digital literacy, and affordable internet connections for people in need. It is also an opportunity to highlight the importance of community-based digital skills training and supportive services in tackling America’s digital divide.
