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Head Back to School in Style With Thrifted Goodwill® Finds

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By Felicia Czochanski Bisaro From looking for a backpack that not only fits all your textbooks but also shows your style, to looking for the perfect pair of white sneakers that you can throw on to complete any outfit, back-to-school shopping is already top of mind. Your style may have changed during summer break. You […]

Lawmakers Clash Over SNAP Funding Changes in Farm Bill Debate

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By Mitch Coppes, Federal Government Affairs Manager, Goodwill Industries International Congressional leaders are still looking for a path forward on a new multiyear farm bill after the Senate Agriculture Committee failed to advance its version earlier this month. The farm bill is a broad piece of legislation that covers agriculture, food, and nutrition programs. One […]

Unlock Your Potential with Google AI Prompting Essentials

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Google Prompting Essentials teaches you how to write clear, effective instructions for AI tools using a five-step prompting framework developed by Google. This free, self-paced course is available through the Goodwill Digital Career Accelerator® with support from Google.org. Complete it in under 10 hours, with no prior experience, and earn a Google certificate you can […]

My Goodwill Story: Alvaro

Alvaro Esteban

If you give Alvaro an inch, he’s going to take a mile. It only took a little bit of support for him to become a digital skills and AI expert.   It all started with the Goodwill Opportunity Accelerator®, a framework designed to guide job seekers through assessments, training and career support that delivers more than just […]

Senate Approves Short-Term Funding Bill with Grant Rule Delay

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By Mitch Coppes, Federal Government Affairs Manager, Goodwill Industries International With a government shutdown and mid-term elections in mind,  the Senate recently approved a continuing resolution (CR) that would keep the federal government funded through December 11, giving Congress additional time to complete work on fiscal year 2027 appropriations. The measure passed by a 90-6 […]

Are AI Certifications Worth It? What to Know Before You Enroll

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If you’ve been thinking about adding an AI skill to your résumé, you’ve probably run into the same question everyone asks: is a certification actually worth the time? It’s a fair thing to wonder. AI certifications have multiplied quickly, they range from free to thousands of dollars and not all of them carry the same […]

Seeing the Mission in Action: Why Site Visits Matter

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By Laura Walling, Vice President of Government Affairs, Goodwill Industries International, Inc. August recess is one of the best times of the year to engage policymakers. As Members of Congress return home to meet with constituents, Goodwill organizations have a unique opportunity to showcase their impact firsthand. While policy discussions are important, nothing is more […]

My Goodwill Story: Stephanie

Stephanie Bard

One of our favorite holidays happens every August: National Thrift Shop Day! Dedicated thrift shoppers know the thrill of the hunt. You never know what might be on the shelves ready for you to take home.   For Stephanie, there was even more waiting for her at her local Goodwill®. She was shopping at a location run by Evansville […]

High Heart, High Tech, and a Historic Setting

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By Laura Walling, Vice President of Government Affairs, Goodwill Industries International, Inc. There could not have been a more fitting place for Goodwill® leaders to gather than Philadelphia, the birthplace of American democracy, as the nation begins commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. Against the backdrop of the semiquincentennial celebration, more than 400 […]

The Value of Bipartisan Dialogue: Reflections from the 2026 Hill Nation Summit

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By Laura Walling, Vice President of Government Affairs, Goodwill Industries International, Inc. Last week, leaders from Congress, the Administration, federal agencies, and the private sector gathered in Washington for the 2026 Hill Nation Summit, hosted by The Hill and NewsNation. The event brought together Republicans and Democrats for thoughtful conversations about the issues shaping our nation’s future, including […]

Keep Your Receipts: Why Tracking Your Work Matters

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By Richard Totten, Training Coordinator, Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC A few years ago, I bought a TV on sale before my family moved into a new home. I was very excited. It was the perfect size and had all the bells and whistles. I did my homework: compared models and prices and visited multiple stores more than […]