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Throw an All-Thrifty Baby Shower

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Jenna Isaacson

Some college girlfriends called me a few months back and wanted to arrange a baby shower back in my hometown. I was thrilled and excited at a chance to see everyone and show off the bump, but talk of showers always leads to talk of registries. I have to admit-- the thought of registering made me a little bit queasy. Babies need so much stuff-- but does it all really need to be new? So when I flew back to Missouri last weekend, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But I have to hand it to my friends and family-- they know me better than I ever imagined. I was treated to a brunch with good friends, family, food, generosity, crafts, love and THRIFTY gifts!

What Legislative Issues Are Important to You in 2014?

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Laura Walling

Following Election Day, headlines are dominated by outcomes, voter turnout and even thoughts on the next major race. As important as casting your ballot may be, voting is just one of the many ways we can be engaged in the legislative process. Throughout the year, you can meet with your lawmakers, attend hearings, provide testimony

Scam Alert: Protect Your Finances from IRS Telephone Fraud

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

Camila from Paterson, NJ, asks, “I’ve always filed my taxes on time and never had any issues. Now I’m receiving phone calls from the IRS saying I owe them money. This doesn’t make sense – how can I check this out?”

My Story: Nikkinta Murphy

Posted on November 6, 2013 (August 31, 2017) by Vanessa Cardoni

Nikkinta knew she was in for a journey as she left incarceration and started to look for work -- she just wasn't sure where to start. After participating in a Goodwill job readiness program, she obtained a machine operator job and has been steadily working her way up the career ladder since. "You should never judge what you’ve done in the past. The first step is to forgive yourself — because if you don’t believe in yourself, no one else will," she says.

In PA, Goodwill Hosts Art Exhibit Featuring Recovering Artists

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

Paint brushes with paint on themOn October 24, Goodwill Industries of the Conemaugh Valley (Johnstown, PA) joined forces with the Bottle Works Ethnic Arts Center to host The Art of Recovery, an art exhibit celebrating the journey to mental health and wellness. More than 80 guests attended the event, including practitioners, family members, participants and community members.

Congress: Creating More Panic than Orson Welles

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Paul Seifert

Seventy-five years ago this Halloween Orson Welles and CBS Radio created panic in several parts of the US when they aired a nearly uninterrupted national broadcast of the H.G. Wells novel War of the Worlds. Congress, maybe hoping to top that effort, recently spooked the entire country and most of the financial world by shutting down most of the US government and nearly driving the nation into default.

Five Pointers for Delivering an Effective PowerPoint Presentation

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

Amy from Bloomington, IL, asks, “I have to give a big presentation next week at work, and I’m super nervous. I haven’t had to create slides since I was back in college. Any advice?”

Thrifty Ladies Work the Runway at Goodwill® Fashion Show and Gala

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Jenna Isaacson

Last month, I had the pleasure of attending Goodwill’s The Art of Fashion Runway Show and Gala here in DC for the first time. Just walking in, it was obvious this wasn’t going to be your typical fashion show. Past a gaggle of valet parking staff and the tables brimming with hors d’oeuvres, up the stairs at Artisphere and past the Andy Warhol exhibit, there they were -- racks and racks of curated thrift store goodies!

Goodwill® Ranked among Top Places to Work in Iowa

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

Goodwill of the Heartland (Iowa City) has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Workplaces for 2013 by the Des Moines Register. The agency was honored at a ceremony last month. The rankings are based solely on employee opinions from an anonymous survey of around 80,000 respondents conducted by WorkplaceDynamics. The survey of companies across Iowa asked employees to share their satisfaction with their workplace, including what is most important to them and how their employers rate on these priorities.

DIY: Make This Halloween-Themed Cupcake Stand

Posted on October 28, 2013 (September 28, 2020) by Shelly Leer

In the weeks leading up to Halloween, as people look to get creative and put together the "be-all, end-all" Halloween costume, an area that gets overlooked is housewares. If you’re hosting a Halloween bash, there’s no need to spend lots of money on decorations. It may take a little planning, but if you know what you’re looking for, you can get in and out of there for under $20. Since you never know exactly what you’ll find, it’s a good idea to have a couple of options, and know what items you’ll need to find in order to execute your Halloween décor.

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