For immediate release January 11, 2025 WASHINGTON – The NRF Foundation today announced a new chairman and one addition to its Board of Directors. The announcement was made following the organization’s winter board meeting in New York City, ahead of NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show and the NRF Foundation Honors. Macy’s, Inc. Chairman and CEO Tony Spring concluded his
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ROCKVILLE, MD — Goodwill Industries International was once again named a top charity among the nation’s top 100 charitable organizations in Forbes Magazine’s coveted rankings for 2024. With more than 1.8 million nonprofit organizations in the U.S., Goodwill® is proud to be recognized among Forbes’ 100 largest charities and ranked in the top 10 for
Holiday Shopping Tips to Help You Prepare, Save Money and Shop Sustainably ROCKVILLE, MD — While the holidays can be a time of joy and excitement, they can also be expensive, stressful and sometimes wasteful. With all of the planning, preparation and costs that the season brings, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Goodwill can help
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Goodwill Industries International (GII) has once again solidified its position as one of the nation’s leading charitable organizations, earning the number two spot this year in The Nonprofit Times’ (NPT) coveted rankings of the top 100 charitable organizations. This achievement recognizes Goodwill® for its continued commitment to giving and supporting individuals on their journey to find fulfilling
The collaboration is intended to help divert textiles from landfills and create a pathway for a circular textile ecosystem ROCKVILLE, MD – Today, Goodwill® and Reju™ announced that, in collaboration with WM, they have aligned on initial plans to pursue a multi-year initiative designed to help advance textile recycling in North America. They plan to
In Partnership with World Education and Comcast, a New Online Certificate Program Equips Individuals with Skills Needed to Help Others Navigate Today’s Digital Workplace ROCKVILLE, MD — Goodwill Industries International (GII) has launched the Goodwill Digital Navigator Certificate Specialization, a comprehensive online training program designed to equip career counselors, coaches, library and community center staff,
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2024 Goodwill® Halloween Survey Reveals Retail Trends ROCKVILLE, MD — As Halloween approaches, many Americans are considering shopping secondhand for DIY (do-it-yourself) costumes to save money and minimize their environmental impact. Goodwill Industries International’s 2024 Halloween Survey, administered by Big Village, looked at how Americans are preparing for the upcoming holiday. The survey found that
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Initiative will increase access to education and training, health-related social needs support and workforce development opportunities (August 29, 2024) – UnitedHealth Group and Goodwill Industries International today announced a three-year, $4.5 million strategic partnership to increase access to education and training, health-related social needs support and workforce development opportunities in 25 states through 38 Goodwill®
August 17th, National Thrift Shop Day, celebrates the benefits of thrift store shopping and raises awareness about supporting local charitable organizations. Yet, despite the best efforts of nonprofits in this field to amplify their missions, people do not always distinguish between for-profit and nonprofit thrift organizations and might not be aware of how their donations
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Shop or Donate To Give Items and People in Your Community New Lives ROCKVILLE, MD – On August 17th, National Thrift Shop Day, Goodwill encourages shoppers to celebrate the thrill of searching for unique and affordable vintage items at thrift stores and the added joy of extends the life of usable items so fewer things
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Global Sustainability Leaders Join Goodwill Network in Washington DC to Explore Circularity Opportunities WASHINGTON DC – As part of an ongoing effort to advance circularity, Goodwill Industries International (GII) conducted a two-year pilot project to develop skills, systems and infrastructure to aggregate, sort and prepare textiles for reuse and recycling across its network. The results
The nonprofit drives public understanding of its role in creating career opportunities for people in need, through new advertisements and a livestreamed event with Grammy Nominated Musician Jordin Sparks Rockville, MD—July 11 2024—Goodwill Industries International (GII) announces a new iteration of “New Lives,” a brand campaign aimed at educating donors, funders, job seekers and the
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