Donate unwanted items to Goodwill and get your home organized for 2023 ROCKVILLE, MD., December 28, 2022— Each year, many people set resolutions for the New Year holiday to help improve their lives. January is National Get Organized Month, a time to sort through and declutter your home. Consider donating your unwanted household items and clothing
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As we head into the New Year, one of the most common resolutions is consistently to build and maintain a healthier lifestyle, including exercising more and eating better. Whether you’re aiming to hit the gym or leverage your home gym or yoga mat more this year, the first step to success could be a workout wardrobe refresh – and it doesn’t have to break the bank.
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Especially during the holidays, it’s the thought that counts more than anything else. This is the season when people tend to be more generous – whether it’s with a donation or spending extra time with someone in need, or even thinking of unique presents for the special people in one’s life.
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By Laura Walling, Senior Director of Government Relations, Goodwill Industries International The short period following the mid-term election and before the start of the next Congress is referred to as the “lame duck”. Lawmakers spend the bulk of this time negotiating details for must-pass bills like funding the federal government. The House passed several bipartisan
In March 2022, Roberta Horner found herself seeking a new beginning. She had worked in factories for many years, but she recently started experiencing health issues that kept her from continuing in this line of work. Roberta was living in Harmony House, a shelter for women seeking housing and hope, where she heard about a Goodwill program that helps older adults get back into the workforce and build new skills.
If your wallet hasn’t had time to catch up since the last holiday, know you’re not alone and that Goodwill has your back. The secret to great sustainable gifting on a budget? Thrifting new with tags items for a fraction of the price.
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Holidays are the perfect time for family and friends to gather and spend quality time together. Whether most of your family lives in different areas, or if you all live within the same neighborhood, there is a special atmosphere that holidays create that make the day different than any other.
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Holidays are an amazing opportunity to spend time with friends and family. They’re also the time when DIY crafting can come in handy to make hosting a group of loved ones even more special.
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Apprenticeship programs are a proven training model and provide a critical talent pipeline to address some of our nation’s pressing workforce challenges, such as rebuilding vital infrastructure, promoting advanced manufacturing, expanding the green energy economy, and ensuring equitable access to career opportunities in in-demand industries.
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After 20 years of military service and earning a four-year degree, Sheila Gilmore never imagined it would be difficult to get a job. She had a 15-year employment gap on her resume, which reflected the time she was a stay-at-home mom, and the journey to find employment was rocky, but never gave up on her job search. Her perseverance as well as her dedication and passion for serving others helped her achieve her career goals despite the set backs.
