Spring 2018 Fashion Forecast

I recently shared my adventure shopping at Goodwill for my favorite spring 2018 style trend; ice cream hues! It was so fun to really dive into finding, mixing, and matching dusty pastel tones, but I wanted to come back again to cover some of the other trends that you’ll be seeing around in the next few months. You know, just in case pale colors aren’t for you. The wonderful thing about all of this season’s trends is that they each throw-back to other decades which makes it easy for you to shop for them second-hand! Here’s what you can look forward to seeing on the style savvy this spring…

Highlights from GII’s Annual Advocacy Event

On Thursday, April 19, more than 100 representatives from local Goodwill organizations across the United States — including executives, board members, program participants, and other advocates — met with Members of Congress and staff for Goodwill’s annual Advocacy Day. Advocates discussed three key topics including: protecting federal funding for job-training and workforce development programs; expanding the charitable giving deduction to all taxpayers; and opportunities for Goodwills involved in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Employment and Training program.

Helping Teens Land That First Job

Spring is often the time of year when teenagers begin their first job. I thought now would be a good time to offer some tips on landing a job when you lack prior experience.

Virtual Advocacy Day is Here! #GoodwillOnHill

More than 100 Goodwill Advocates from across the country, including CEOs, staff, board members and program participants, will meet with nearly half of Congress as part of Goodwill’s advocacy efforts. These advocates will be asking Congress to protect funding for workforce development and job training programs, to expand charitable giving incentives, and to reauthorize the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) program. more than 100 Goodwill Advocates from across the country, including CEOs, staff, board members and program participants, will meet with nearly half of Congress as part of Goodwill’s advocacy efforts. These advocates will be asking Congress to protect funding for workforce development and job training programs, to expand charitable giving incentives, and to reauthorize the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) program. Along with their efforts you have the opportunity to add your own voice by being a virtual advocate.

GO GREEN EVERY DAY WITH THE PERFECT TO-GO KIT

Earth day is this week, but you can celebrate every day! One way you can do your part to reduce waste is by embracing reusable alternatives when you’re eating at a restaurant or anywhere on the go. Here are a few simple items you can thrift at your local Goodwill to help you be prepared!

Is It Time To Look For Another Job?

At some point, all of us have asked ourselves that question. Today I’ll discuss some reasons why – or why not – you might want to start looking for that next opportunity. Generations since the 1950’s have seen a huge shift in worker mobility. Loyalty, however defined, by both the company and worker, is largely gone. No longer do companies typically keep workers when business tails off. Workers are much more apt to change not just jobs, but careers, multiple times during their lifetime.

Spring Closet Cure

Well, we’ve waited through a long, cold winter and are finally on the other side of the snow! I invite you to join me in celebrating the season with a spring closet cure. What’s that, you ask? It’s a quick wardrobe refresh in which you pull out (and donate!) anything drab then add in a selection of new-to-you pieces that highlight one fashion trend for the upcoming season.

One Week until #GoodwillOnHill

This time next week Goodwill Advocates from around the country will visit Capitol Hill and meet with hundreds of lawmakers to advocate for the things important to the Goodwill family and the communities they serve. For over 10 years Goodwill Advocates, including CEOs, staff, board members and program participants, have traveled to Washington D.C. to share their stories and to continue to fight for Goodwill’s efforts to help people find good paying careers.

4 DIY Décor Ideas to Welcome the Spring Season!

Now that Spring is officially here, it is time to freshen up your home and your local Goodwill is a great place to let your creativity flower blossom! To help your thinking-seed sprout, here a list of fun ideas to help inspire you.

The Two Most Important Areas an Employer Considers When Hiring

All I need are job openings and a great resume and I’ll be in good shape! I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard that. Let’s explore what employers really look for and why simply possessing a good resume often isn’t enough. Employers look for a combination of competency and culture fit. They need to know you’re likely to do a good job, but they also want a comfort level with your personality.

RAINY SPRING DAY GOODWILL HAUL & THRIFT TIPS

Happy Spring! April showers might bring May flowers, but rainy days can also bring some fantastic Goodwill finds. When it’s pouring outside, one thing that always cheers me up is grabbing a cup of coffee and then seeing what sunshine I can find inside my favorite thrift store. 

Goodwill Supports Financial Literacy Month

Since April is “Financial Literacy Month”, we thought we’d take a break from talking about money in the billions and trillions (as is the norm here in DC) and instead focus on finances in amounts that are more relevant to most of us. One of the goals for our local Goodwill is to help organizations is to help individuals and families reach their full potential through education, skills training and employment. There are significant barriers to education and work for many people and even once they access a local Goodwill service to support, there often lies another hurdle: lack of financial wellness.