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Holiday Shopping Has Never Been Easier: Find Meaningful Gifts for the Whole Family at Goodwill

Posted on December 8, 2023 (December 8, 2023) by Vanessa Cardoni

As the holidays approach, the present shopping season is in full swing. Department store lines are long enough to wrap around the racks, and prices are higher with inflation despite the sales and deals being advertised. Holiday shopping can be stressful, especially when you’re shopping for multiple people. It can be exhausting to go from store to store looking for the perfect gift. Not to mention expensive! If there was only one store that could have something special for everyone at a fraction of retail prices… that’s where Goodwill fits in.

House Committee Pushes for Bipartisan Update to Workforce Law

Posted on December 8, 2023 (December 18, 2023) by Vanessa Cardoni

The House Education and the Workforce Committee recently took a significant step toward reauthorization of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) with the introduction of the A Stronger Workforce for America Act. The bill is the product of months-long bipartisan negotiations in the committee on an update to the primary federal workforce development law for the first time since 2014.

How to Practice Self-Care: A Guide for Workers

Posted on December 6, 2023 (January 11, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

Self-care is often referred to in relation to workplace stress, but what is it? This blog will cover a variety of self-care questions. How can you integrate this concept into your daily life at home and work? What does self-care look like? What are the benefits of self-care?

Deck the House with Thrifted Holiday Cheer

Posted on December 1, 2023 (December 1, 2023) by Vanessa Cardoni

Winter is upon us, and with that the magical time of holiday festivities. There is so much joy that comes along with the holiday season, gatherings with family and friends, delicious food and fun decorations to keep your spirits up despite the colder days. That is why so many people choose to decorate for the holidays early. In fact, research has even shown that doing so can have a positive impact on your mental health!

Give your Voice During the Season of Giving

Posted on November 30, 2023 (December 8, 2023) by Vanessa Cardoni

On the heels of Giving Tuesday, Goodwill Industries International joins our partners in the Charitable Giving Coalition in calling on Congress to expand charitable giving incentives to all taxpayers. Since 2012, Giving Tuesday has marked the beginning of the year-end season of giving, during which Americans display unmatched generosity through charitable donations.

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL RANKS SECOND AMONG NONPROFIT TIMES’ TOP CHARITIES LIST AGAIN

Posted on November 22, 2023 (November 30, 2023) by Vanessa Cardoni

Extending thanks to donors, employees and shoppers for helping make Goodwill a top U.S. charity! Goodwill Industries International (GII) was recently named as one of the nation’s top 100 charitable organizations in The Nonprofit Times’ (NPT) coveted rankings for 2023. GII placed second among the nation’s largest nonprofits for a second year in a row

Thanksgiving Outfit Inspiration: From Turkey Trot to Dinner Table

Posted on November 21, 2023 by Vanessa Cardoni

Image shows a pair of black Alo Yoga leggings, a neutral-colored sweat-wicking jacket and a white running sneakers

Now less than a two days away, Thanksgiving snuck up on us again this year! The holiday is a celebration of family, friends and food — and all you’re grateful for this year.

My Goodwill Story: Darren

Posted on November 20, 2023 (November 20, 2023) by Vanessa Cardoni

Image of a man wearing glasses and a green t-shirt.

This time of year, amidst the hustle and bustle, we’re all thinking about how much we must be thankful for. After all, that’s what Thanksgiving is all about. With that in mind, we want to share the story of someone thankful for the new direction he has been able to take his life.

Congress Punts Funding Deadline Into 2024

Posted on November 16, 2023 by Vanessa Cardoni

A picture of the capital building in Washington, DC

In a rare show of bipartisanship for a deeply divided Congress, lawmakers recently passed a second stopgap funding bill to avert the government shutdown that threatened to take effect after the midnight deadline on Friday, November 17. The continuing resolution (CR) temporarily extends funding for federal agencies and programs into 2024 using staggered deadlines.

2023 ELECTION RECAP

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Vanessa Cardoni

US Capitol Building in spring of 2021 with metal security fence

While considered an “off” year, voters in 37 states went to the polls and exercised their right to vote on state and and local offices, special elections, ballot questions, constitutional amendments and more. Gubernatorial elections were held in Kentucky, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Governor Andy Beshear (D) won another term. Investing in higher education and workforce

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