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 […]
Older Workers Are Powering the Economy: SCSEP Helps Them Thrive
by Mitch Coppes, Federal Government Affairs Manager, Goodwill Industries International Observed each May since 1963, Older Americans Month recognizes the many ways older adults contribute to their communities, families, and the workforce. The 2026 theme, Champion Your Health, highlights prevention, self-management, and informed choices that support well-being. Older Americans are vital to the workforce, bringing […]
Mother’s Day Crafting Inspiration With Thrifted Treasures from Goodwill®
By Felicia Czochanski Bisaro Mothers and grandmothers should be celebrated all throughout the year, and Mother’s Day provides a perfect reminder of that each May. The women in our families are often the glue that holds everything together and makes each day special. Whether it’s making sure everyone gets to school on time, that our […]
Goodwill on the Hill 2026: Elevating Workforce Solutions That Work
Last week, more than 100 advocates including local Goodwill CEOs, leaders, board members and program participants from across the country gathered on Capitol Hill this April for Goodwill on the Hill 2026, meeting with over 200 Members of Congress and Congressional staff to advocate for workforce solutions that meet today’s economic realities. Throughout the day, […]
Spring Décor Refresh to Boost Your Mood and Cleaning Motivation
By Felicia Czochanski Bisaro The groundhog may have seen his shadow, but that doesn’t mean you have to wait to get a head start on sweeping out the winter cobwebs and making room for spring. This year has been a particularly harsh winter for many of us. Record snowfalls hit areas of the country that […]
How to Spring Clean Your Career (Part One)
By Richard Totten, Training Coordinator, Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC Clearing the Clutter in Your Career Journey Spring is in the air, and with it comes a familiar tradition in my house. Every year, we set out a couple of Goodwill® donation boxes in the front room and start going through closets, drawers and all the hidden corners […]
Be an Advocate and Participate in Goodwill’s Virtual Advocacy Day!
On April 23rd, more than 100 leaders from local Goodwill organizations from across the United States are together on Capitol Hill, connecting with over 200 lawmakers and staff. Goodwill’s advocates are talking with lawmakers about workforce development system reforms and funding and Goodwill’s role in the circular economy. Most importantly, the Goodwill advocates are educating […]
My Goodwill Story – Corey
World Book Day is often about the stories that transport us, and for Corey, his story came to life through technical manuals and digital scripts that could transform his future. It began with a recommendation from a family member and a conversation with Danielle, a career navigator at Goodwill of the Heartland (Cedar Rapids, IA). Together, they utilized the Goodwill Opportunity […]
How to Upgrade Your Bookshelf for World Book Day
By Felicia Czochanski Bisaro On April 23rd, readers, writers, educators and everyday book lovers will be celebrating all things literature around the globe in honor of World Book Day. As we take a moment to appreciate all things bookish, it’s also a nice time to bring a new story into your life. Whether you have […]
Be a Virtual Advocate During Goodwill on the Hill
By Laura Walling, Vice President of Government Affairs, Goodwill Industries International, Inc. On Thursday, April 23rd, Goodwill leaders, employees, board members and program participants from across the country will travel to Capitol Hill to advocate for the issues that matter most to local Goodwill organizations and the people they serve. You can help amplify our […]
Participate in the Circular Economy This Earth Day
By Felicia Czochanski Bisaro When it comes to shopping at Goodwill®, you can have more than one good reason! It might be because you love fashion as self-expression, but don’t love paying retail price for fleeting trends or designer price tags. It might be because browsing the racks and shelves gives you inspiration for how […]
My Goodwill Blog – Robert S.
When Robert first connected with Goodwill Southern Arizona (Tucson) through the Pima County Adult Probation Office, he wasn’t just looking for a paycheck. He was looking for a career path that could sustain a different kind of life. He knew that a full life transition required more than just a “help wanted” sign; it required a strategy. Robert enrolled in the Ignite 2.0 […]