Born with cerebral palsy, Brenda was told she would never be able to drive, have children or graduate from high school. Despite these predictions, Brenda received her high school diploma in January 2017 through her hard work and persistence.
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Brilliant Back to School Buys from Goodwill®
If you’re an avid thrifter, you’ll probably think of Goodwill right away when it comes to shopping, no matter the occasion. But as back to school season approaches, you may find yourself even more eager to browse the aisles for great deals on necessities for the upcoming year.
Help Us Protect Our Programs by Sharing Your Story
Congress is at the table now with a budget that could mean cuts to major programs that help people just like you. Take a minute and share your story on why these programs are important to you and your community!
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Navigating Employment Challenges When Applying for Jobs
So you’re looking to apply for a job. This process can be overwhelming, but keeping these tips in mind can help make it much easier.
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What “Education” is Starting to Look Like in a Post-industrial World
Education has gone through a lot of changes over the last several years, and it continues to change as technologies emerge and new insights into how people learn can be applied.
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Summer Storm Solutions from Goodwill®
I love the drama of a summer storm—the thrill of thunder and ever-exciting lightning add interest to dreary weather. But after a few rainy days in a row, it’s easy to feel like storms are cramping summer style. Don’t let cabin fever get the best of you! Here are four ideas for summer storm solutions.
It's National Disability Voter Registration Week
From the REV UP Campaign at American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) and joined by more than 140 national, state, local and regional organizations, the action calls attention to the power of the vote from the disability community at election time.
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What to Do If You’re Being Bullied at Work
Bullying has become a mainstream concern in recent years, particularly among young people, but the awareness raised about bullying behavior has started to affect people of all ages and in all places.
Goodwill® Helps With Career Advancement Through Education
Nearly 20 percent of working-age adults in the U.S. don’t have a high school diploma. That’s over 30 million people who are trying to provide for themselves and their families without having one of the most important credentials. Goodwill strives to help people everyday by finding new ways to address this most critical issue.
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My Story: Everardo Jaimez
Through hard work, determination and some help from his local Goodwill, Everado Jamiez was able to overcome homelessness and is now employed as a Customer Service Representative helping the residents of Greensboro, NC.
Watching Wimbledon with Goodwill®
Have you been watching Wimbledon? These championships (happening right now!) are known as the most prestigious tennis events in the world and since 2017’s matches will culminate this weekend, now’s the perfect time to see what the fuss is all about! But first, in the spirit of the sport, let’s see what thrifty finds we can serve up!
Join Goodwill® in Supporting Educational Programs for Adult Learners
As an advocate for Goodwill Industries®, I spend the better part of my day educating people about the mission of Goodwill® and the programs and services that are provided by local Goodwill organizations. If you’re one of our public supporters, you likely already know about Goodwill’s mission to provide job training and employment opportunities. But did you know that several local Goodwill organizations run a unique high school — The Excel Center — for adults who are working to earn their high school diplomas?
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