GOODWILL OF THE OLYMPICS AND RAINIER REGION OFFERS GED TEST PREP CLASSES FOR YOUTH TO PREPARE FOR GED TESTS

Over the last several months, students in Longview, WA, have learned the power of perseverance. Goodwill of the Olympics and Rainier Region offers GED test prep classes for youth and adults to prepare for GED tests.

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Achieving Your Financial Goals With Goodwill®

After the flurry of the New Year, with family gatherings and breaks from school winding down, we’re given a few moments to reflect on all that happened in 2019 and how we can make 2020 an even better year.

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State Policy Priorities

Nearly every state legislature – with the exception of Texas, North Dakota, Montana and Nevada – will be holding a legislative session this year, and the vast majority of them are convening this month.

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About Recruiters, Part One

Job hunters may wonder about recruiters. Today, in the first of a series, we will explore some common industry terms.

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‘Tis the season to upgrade!

'Tis the season of upgrading to downgrades! Yes, it’s January! The holidays are over now (insert sigh of relief here) and like many people, the onslaught of stuff and relief that it’s FINALLY over has put me squarely in purge mode. Lots of us are. This is exactly why January thrifting may be my favorite time of year.

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The Short Year Ahead for Congress

An election year can be a difficult one for Congress to accomplish a lot, given a shortened legislative calendar to provide lawmakers with ample time to be on the campaign trail.

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My Story: Michael

Through rounds of misdiagnosis, years in institutions, and mis-prescribed medications, Michael has continued to inspire those around him with his drive for independence. No longer needing daily supports to monitor his work, Michael was hired by Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut to work independently as a custodial team member on the Goodwill Good & Clean Crew.

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Snow Day Chic With Goodwill®

There’s something so beautiful about New York City in the wintertime, with snow dusting the fire escapes with fluffy, sparkling white and lining the streets with a cold weather glow.

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Resolve to be a Goodwill® Advocate

The year 2019 and the first session of the 116th Congress came to a close with a few public policy wins that could benefit local Goodwill® organizations and the people they serve.

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Career Success via Options Other than a College Degree: Apprenticeship, Industry Credential or Learning a Trade

For much of the past 40 years, we heard a college degree is the way to get ahead. The Georgetown Center for Workforce Development and Education has done extensive analysis to demonstrate that, while two out of three entry-level jobs in the industrial economy demanded a high school diploma or less, now two out of three jobs demand at least some education or training beyond high school.

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When Serendipity Strikes

Have you ever seen something that made you swoon, but you knew it could probably never be yours? Have you ever wanted something for so long, but it just kept staying out of reach? The serendipitous search opportunities at your local Goodwill® is here to fulfill your dreams.

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