While most of us are living under stay-at-home orders, we can still continue our job searches. Applying for jobs online is common, but the change is in what may happen next.
How to Job Search While Staying at Home
Urge Congress to Remember Nonprofits
The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic facing the country is having a profound impact on charitable organizations like Goodwill® to provide additional services in an unprecedented manner. Goodwill Industries International has joined more than 200 nonprofits in a request that Congress include a nonprofit track in any future COVID-19 relief package.
U.S. Jobless Claims Soar for Third Straight Week
Originally posted on Wall Street Journal: https://www.wsj.com/articles/u-s-surge-in-unemployment-claims-expected-to-continue-11586424605 By Sarah Chaney and David Harrison Nearly 17 million Americans have filed new claims for benefits since mid-March as the coronavirus spread. The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits continued to surge at unprecedented levels, bringing the total number of applications to nearly 17 million since the coronavirus
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MoKan Goodwill Donates PPE to Local Healthcare Workers
Healthcare workers are fighting a shortage of protective masks, but other personal protective equipment (PPE) items are also in reduced supply, such as scrubs, smocks and face shields. Not having these necessities has been a huge hurdle in battling the coronavirus.
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My Story: Gunner Pemberton
Traditional schooling isn’t always the right option for students. This was true for Gunner Pemberton, who was referred to Goodwill® to obtain his GED.
Online Learning Opportunities Available at No Cost to You
As we adjust to staying at home, now is a great time to build our skills so we can return to work and advance our careers. Goodwill® is working to bring virtual job training to your home. Check out these resources, and let the learning begin!
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9 Tips to Ace Your Phone Interviews
Job hunting is a long and tricky process. You’ve reached out to countless companies, uploaded dozens of personalized cover letters and résumés and, low and behold, you finally landed the initial phone interview!
The Culture We’ve Been Looking For
A few years ago I wrote a blog about why Goodwill® needs a lobbyist. I talked about our public policy priorities, the work of our government relations team, and the role that advocates can play.
Thanks to YOU, Congress Provides Emergency Relief to Nonprofits
After days of marathon negotiations, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the largest emergency aid package in U.S. history.
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ACTION ALERT: Nonprofits Need Your Help
As the COVID-19 pandemic deepens, America’s charities are frontline responders, providing both direct employment and vital services to those in need. Times like this are when America relies on charitable nonprofits the most.
