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House Funding Proposal Hits Workforce Programs

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By Mitch Coppes, Federal Government Affairs Manager, Goodwill Industries International This week, the House Appropriations Committee advanced its Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education appropriations bill. The measure would provide $9.8 billion for the U.S. Department of Labor in FY27, a 27 percent cut from the enacted FY26 level, and […]

New Federal Grant Rules Could Impact Goodwill

By Laura Walling, Vice President of Government Affairs, Goodwill Industries International, Inc. Across the country, Goodwill® organizations partner with the federal government to deliver workforce training, job placement, and essential services that help people build better lives. A proposed federal rule could significantly reshape how those partnerships work—and what’s possible for the communities we serve. […]

My Goodwill Story – Alexis

For Alexis, life has always been about adapting. Problems arise; things change, but she has always been able to find a new path forward. Her professional journey started as a paraprofessional in Florida. She loved being around students, getting to see their lives change and sharing her knowledge. Eventually, Alexis transitioned into food service management, where she said she continued to teach, […]

Show the Trailer, Not the Full Movie: Creating a Blockbuster Resume

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By Richard Totten, Training Coordinator, Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC One of my favorite times of the year is the summer movie season. Whether it’s a superhero blockbuster, a sci-fi adventure or an animated story that pulls at your heart, summer movies have a way of bringing people out of the heat and into the theater. But if […]

A Thrift Trip to Goodwill® Hits Different — Here’s How to Make the Most of National Best Friend’s Day

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By Felicia Czochanski Bisaro There’s a reason summer is the favorite season for so many people. Did you know Americans are 31% more social in the summer? Warm weather, more sunshine, longer days and biological shifts all make for the perfect environment to get out of your house and spend time with your besties. June […]

Workforce Pell Final Rule Opens New Pathways to Short-Term Training

by Mitch Coppes, Federal Government Affairs Manager, Goodwill Industries International On May 18, the Department of Education released its final rule establishing how Workforce Pell Grants will be implemented, marking a significant step forward in expanding access to short-term workforce training programs. As authorized under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the rule allows eligible […]

Advancing Opportunity Through Partnership: Highlights from SourceAmerica’s Xforce Conference

By Laura Walling, Vice President of Government Affairs, Goodwill Industries International, Inc. Leaders from across the country recently came together for SourceAmerica’s annual Xforce conference—a powerful convening focused on expanding employment opportunities for people with disabilities. SourceAmerica is one of the national nonprofits that supports the AbilityOne® Program, a federal procurement initiative that creates meaningful […]

Opening Doors, Changing Lives: Highlights from the Excel Center National Conference

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By Laura Walling, Vice President of Government Affairs, Goodwill Industries International, Inc. Melvin tried to earn his GED four times. Each time, life got in the way. Laura had already paid for her cap and gown when she was told she couldn’t graduate. She had missed too much school while supporting a family member through […]

Summer Style Memorial Day Outfit Inspiration

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By Felicia Czochanski Bisaro With a long weekend to celebrate and the sun shining, Memorial Day is finally here to kick off the summer season. Summer is synonymous with pool parties, beach days, picnics and fun time outdoors with family and friends. This season change is the perfect moment to break out your summer wardrobe […]

How to Spring Clean Your Career (Part Two)

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By Richard Totten, Training Coordinator, Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC In part one, we talked about clearing the clutter in your career journey and letting go of what is not working. We also focused on creating space for growth. But once that space is created, the next step is just as important: You have to decide what you […]

My Goodwill Story – Belen

In the U.S., every May is Older Americans Month. This celebration highlights the achievements and contributions of older adults. At Goodwill®, we support more than 200,000 seniors every year to find employment or advance out of low wage work. That support can look like digital skills training, résumé preparation or career navigation. It is often done through our Goodwill Opportunity Accelerator® (OA), […]

My Goodwill Story – Tajay

What motivates you to accomplish your goals? For Tajay, it’s making his mother proud. This Mother’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate the encouragement and support that moms provide through the story of what Tajay has achieved. Tajay came to the U.S. alone without his support system. He wanted to make changes to his life and provide for himself. That’s when he met […]