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Seniors Are Facing Highest Poverty Rates in Decades; Urge Your Senators to Cosponsor S. 1028, the Older Americans Act Reauthorization

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Paul Seifert

Sixty-nine years to the day after the D-Day invasion during World War II, seniors who landed on those beaches are facing a new threat: the highest rates of poverty and economic hardship since the Great Depression. Even though both the stock market and home values have rebounded in the last several months, it is too late for many seniors who were on the cusp of retirement when the Great Recession hit to recoup the staggering loses they endured. This is especially true for low-income seniors whose financial foundation was already precarious.

Goodwill® Volunteer Program in Central Arizona Strengthens Community

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

What began as a volunteer program at Goodwill Industries of Central Arizona (Phoenix) to teach computer skills courses has expanded into a widespread volunteer program that meets critical needs throughout the region’s retail stores and career centers, allowing the Central Arizona Goodwill to offer more extensive services to an increasing number of people.The volunteer program has helped meet staffing needs at Goodwill an in keeping with its mission of putting people to work, Goodwill looks to hire many of the volunteers.

My Story: Shawn Walters

Posted on June 4, 2013 (August 31, 2017) by Vanessa Cardoni

Shawn was a recovering addict who encountered difficult finding gainful employment. Through a friend, she was able to find temporary employment. But, during that time, Shawn's life transformed and she finally put away savings for a rainy day. Shawn now celebrates a life that has a sense of direction and purpose.

Get Summer Dress Looks for Less at Goodwill®

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Marisa Lynch

With Memorial Day being the unofficial kick-off to summer, I’ve got afternoon BBQs, pool parties and pre-Hollywood Bowl concert picnics on the mind! With the wool and tweed out of the closet, I need to make room for some warm weather pieces and I’ve had my eye on two easy summer dresses that would work for the season without breaking the bank.

Youth: Find a Summer Job with These Tips

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

Todd from Burlington, VT, asks, "My parents told me I have to get a job for the first time this summer. I just finished my junior year of high school -- how am I supposed to get hired with no work experience?"

What Political Gridlock and Disinvestment Really Mean for America

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Seth Turner

Earlier this week, members of Congress observed Memorial Day in their home states and districts. Meanwhile, advocates for programs funded through non-defense discretionary (NDD) spending remain concerned about the country’s political and economic outlook. “Non-defense discretionary spending” is such a wonky term that it can lose its meaning during the process. In an effort to

Hispanic-Focused Services in Georgia Help Encourage a ‘Buena Vida’

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

Hispanics now comprise 15 percent of the total U.S. labor force, and by 2020 that number is expected to rise to 19 percent. Despite this, many of these Hispanic workers and job seekers are not reaching their full potential. To better serve this population, a private grant in 2010 enabled Goodwill Industries International to establish Buena Vida (Good Life), a program designed to provide education and employment services for job seekers in the Hispanic community. Through this grant, Goodwill agencies are developing their Hispanic services in surrounding communities in partnership with community organizations and institutions.

My Story: Darrell Mallard

Posted on May 27, 2013 (August 31, 2017) by Vanessa Cardoni

As a young man, Darrell made poor life choices and ended up living in an environment filled with violence, drugs and alcohol. Although he got his life back on track, a bout with cancer caused him to have to leave the job he loved and regress back into substance abuse. The job he found at Goodwill gave him the stability he needed to progress in life and support his family. "Today, I am a better man, husband and father," he says.

Spring Cleaning: Kitchen Organization with Thrifted Jars

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Julia Marchand

I have a confession to make. Although I love collecting kitchen gadgets at thrift stores, I hate cooking. The mess and the measuring completely exhaust me. Luckily, my husband-to-be loves the process, so I don’t starve! But, to be fair, I’m trying to spend more time in the kitchen. To keep my stress level low, I thought a little Spring Cleaning kitchen organization was in order.

Goodwill’s Capacity Is Increasing: Can Policymakers Hold Up Their End of the Deal?

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Seth Turner

Last week, approximately 160 people representing Goodwill agencies all across the country came to Washington to inform members of Congress about how Goodwill helps people who have employment challenges to find jobs and advance in careers. They noted that many of our achievements depend on a public-private partnership that exists between Goodwill and government programs that leverage our resources and expertise. Unfortunately, this public-private partnership is becoming lopsided. Over the course of the past decade, we have aggressively worked to increase our capacity to do more, while government resources have steadily declined.

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