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Are Payday Loans a Good Idea?

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Bill from Detroit, MI, asks “There’s a check cashing and payday loan store near my office and it seems like an easy way to get quick cash. But my neighbor said she had trouble with the loan got there. What do you about payday loans.”

My Story: Vander Cherry

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Vander saw his opportunities slowly fading away from him as a senior in high school. His teachers connected him with Goodwill’s Project Search, which taught him the skills he needed to interview and land an internship. His last internship led to permanent employment. He credits Goodwill for helping him achieve things he once thought were impossible.

Bringing Thrift to the Masses: A New Take on Goodwill

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Take one amazing donated city space, add a cultural phenomenon, mix it with charitable organizations, throw in some spectacular secondhand goods and gently stir.

BOOM! What you get is the sweet, sweet taste of Edited, Goodwill of Greater Washington’s three-day pop-up shop that earned rave reviews and temporarily drove hordes of shoppers to Chinatown in downtown DC this week.

Automatic Spending Cuts Threaten Resources that Help People Find Jobs

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At a time when unemployment remains high, resources that support workforce development and job training are an important part of the nation’s economic recovery and job creation effort.

Unfortunately, automatic spending cuts, slated to take effect in January 2013, threaten to drastically reduce these resources, which support the efforts of local Goodwill agencies in communities across the United States to help people who face employment challenges to find jobs and advance in careers.

Seeking a Job? How to Market Yourself to Employers

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Judy from Denton, TX, asks “I’m currently unemployed and looking for a job. I have a lot of great skills and experience, but I’m not very comfortable selling myself to potential employers. Any advice?”

My Story: Jorge Nieves

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Jorge was struggling in school and having a hard time at home when a Goodwill teacher recommended he join a mentorship program. Goodwill paired him with Nate who, like Jorge has interests in film and music. In addition to sharing hobbies, Nate helps Jorge stay on track in school. Jorge says, “My involvement with Nate and Goodwill has made me a better person.”

My Story: Luis Miguel Soto

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Before coming to Goodwill, Luis had a hard time finding a job with his disability and felt useless. He was referred to Goodwill and, after a year and a half, was placed in stable employment where he gets to help other people. He now feels his life has a purpose.

Thrift Store Scarves: The Perfect Outfit Accessory

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When you think of vintage style icons like Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor or Grace Kelly what comes to mind? Aside from their timeless beauty and sophistication, there is another factor that they all have in common: the scarf. From atop their heads to around their handbags, it was a rare instance that a beautiful silk scarf was not seen adorning one of these ladies’ outfits in one way or another.