Goodwill Network Gathers in Rochester. N.Y., to Bolster Its Circularity and Sustainability Agenda ROCKVILLE, MD. – As part of an ongoing effort to advance circularity and extend the life of donated goods, Goodwill Industries International (GII) and its affiliated member organizations from the United States, Canada, and Finland this month gathered in Rochester, N.Y., for
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Every year during the first full week of May, local Goodwill organizations across the U.S. and Canada celebrate Goodwill Week to shine a light on the Goodwill mission — transforming lives through the power of work.
With Mother’s Day blooming around the corner, it’s the perfect time to find Mom the perfect gift that shows your love and appreciation of all she does throughout the year. This is not always an easy task, however shopping second-hand at a store like Goodwill can bring forward creative ideas and a treasure trove of special finds that you may not have come across otherwise.
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For more than 60 years, Older Americans Month (OAM) has been observed each May to celebrate the many contributions that older adults make in their communities, families and in the workforce. Led by the Administration for Community Living at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the theme for OAM 2024 is Powered by Connection, which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and connectedness have on the health, well-being, and independence of older individuals.
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On Thursday, April 18, advocates from more than 40 local Goodwills around the country — including executives, board members, program participants, and others — met with over 200 Members of Congress and staff for our annual Goodwill on the Hill event. Advocates discussed four key topics including: protecting federal funding for job-training and workforce development programs; expanding the charitable giving deduction to all taxpayers; reauthorization of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act; and the role Goodwill plays in textile recycling.
April is Earth Month, a time to put the spotlight on the most pressing issues facing our environment and make a commitment to action that mitigates them. Earth Month is the perfect excuse to celebrate the beauty of our planet and reflect on how we are impacting it in our daily lives.
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Books are one of life’s greatest joys. Turning the pages brings you into a story, takes you on an adventure, allows you to travel and opens you up to experiences through the lens of the characters in a way that you may never have the chance to do in your own life. World Book Day is dedicated to books, authors and creativity.
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With Earth Day coming up on April 22, we’ll all be reminded to evaluate our everyday choices and consider what impact they have on the environment. There are so many ways to celebrate the beauty of the planet, like spending time walking outside, cleaning up litter or taking the time to learn about environmental issues.
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Today Goodwill advocates from around the country including organization Presidents and CEO, mission leaders, communication professionals, volunteer board members and more, will meet with hundreds of lawmakers and staff to discuss investments in America’s workers, changes to the workforce development system, the impact of tax policies on nonprofits, and Goodwills’ role in textile recycling.
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Festivalgoers can create unique crafts, style fashions at annual arts & music event ROCKVILLE, MD. – Goodwill Industries International (GII) and Goodwill of Southern California are highlighting sustainability, inclusivity, and creativity at this year’s Coachella festival (April 12-21, 2024) by empowering art and design activities in partnership with Los Angeles-based Scene Creative. Festivalgoers can tap
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