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In Orange County, Goodwill Launches Program to Tout the Benefits of Hiring Veterans

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

On June 28, Goodwill of Orange County (Santa Ana, CA) launched Enduring Independence – a national pilot program focused on highlighting the business justification for hiring young veterans. To kick off the program, the agency hosted a golf tournament and presented an iconic military leader with its first service award.The program educates employers about the 10 advantages that make hiring a veteran a smart business decision.

My Story: Diane Joiner

Posted on July 16, 2013 (August 31, 2017) by Vanessa Cardoni

After her son was murdered, Diane turned to drugs and alcohol to cope. She was arrested for drug possession in 2010 and went to jail, where she decided it was time to turn her life around. Through her connections, she connected with Goodwill. "They gave me a clean slate, they didn't look at my background and they didn't judge me," Diane says.

Give the Gift of Time with Recycled Clocks

Posted on July 12, 2013 by Shelly Leer

It’s nearly impossible for me to go into my favorite Goodwill® stores and NOT go look at the clock shelf. I guess you could say it’s become my latest obsession. It’s irresistible. There are so many ways to transform orphaned clocks into reworked and restyled fabulous, modern works of wall art. Besides the fact that your own space could benefit from a handmade mod clock, think of how popular you’d be with your friends and family when you start giving these away as your signature gifts! You’ll find oodles of donated clocks at Goodwill stores, as well as all kinds of other found objects to create truly unique, as well as interesting, decorative conversation pieces.

Despite Senate Advancement, FY 2014 Funding Prognosis Uncertain

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Seth Turner

This week, Senate appropriators are working to advance a bill that would provide $164.3 billion in discretionary budget authority for the U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services (HHS), and Education. Compared to the FY 2013 level, the amount proposed by the bill would result in a $156.5 billion increase. In addition, the Senate bill is nearly 26 percent more than the $121.8 billion provided by the House version. Beyond this week, the prognosis for the bill’s advancement is murky.

Keep More of Your Money by Avoiding ATM Surcharges

Posted on July 10, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

Carmine from Santa Cruz, CA, asks, “I don’t have easy access to the bank and end up relying on ATMs a lot to get cash. I’m tired of paying their fees! What can I do to keep more of my money?”

My Story: Rosa Barbarito

Posted on July 9, 2013 (August 31, 2017) by Vanessa Cardoni

As a member of the U.S. Navy, Rosa was entrusted with top secret information and served her country for three years. After becoming pregnant, she left the military and embarked on a retail career. She found her way to Goodwill, where she's worked for the last four years. "Seeing people's lives change is what makes me happy," she says.

In TX, Goodwill Influences Adult Diploma Legislation from Start to Finish

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

Thanks in part to the efforts of Goodwill Industries of Central Texas, Gov. Rick Perry (R-TX) recently signed into law three bills that will benefit adult learners in the state. While the agency worked hard to move all the legislation through, it proposed and had a hand in crafting SB 1142, which enables adults over the age of 26 to earn a high school diploma as an alternative option to a general educational development (GED) certificate.

DIY: How to Turn a Thrifted Dress into One of Summer’s Trendy Looks

Posted on July 5, 2013 by Marisa Lynch

Hey guys, its Marisa from New Dress A Day here! Summer is in full effect and everywhere I look, I see stripes, stripes, stripes! Summer and stripes go hand in hand, whether it’s done in a nautical way or in a seersucker variety.

DIY: How to Turn a Thrifted Dress into One of Summer's Trendy Looks

Posted on July 5, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

Join Goodwill® In Supporting Those Who Served

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Paul Seifert

This year marks the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, one of the most costly battles in American history. Over 50,000 Union and Confederate troops were killed, wounded or missing after the massive three-day battle that marked the turning point of the Civil War. Veterans of that war had little in the way of services to help them regain their lives and find jobs after the war ended. Fortunately, things are different for today’s veterans. Goodwill® provides an array of services to help America’s fighting men and women find work after leaving the military.

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