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Celebrate National Voter Registration Day

Posted on September 12, 2024 (September 12, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

September 17, 2024 is National Voter Registration Day. Join Goodwill® and a coalition of thousands of partners across the country that will celebrate National Voter Registration Day and launch efforts to get every eligible American registered to vote in advance of election 2024! Every eligible citizen should have the option to exercise their right to be heard at the ballot box, and with well over 5 million registered voters to its name since 2012, National Voter Registration Day is the perfect day to start getting America #VoteReady for Election 2024.

Congress Returns from Recess 2024

Posted on September 7, 2024 (September 10, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

After a lengthy break, Congress will return for a few weeks in September before adjourning again to hit the campaign trail. There are many items which Congress much address or take up during the lame duck session post-election. Congress must pass appropriations bills or a continuing resolution by September 30 to avoid a government shutdown. The House has passed 5 of 12 appropriations bills which the Senate has not passed any.

UnitedHealth Group and Goodwill® Partner to Expand Career Pathways Training to Foster Healthier Communities

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Vanessa Cardoni

Initiative will increase access to education and training, health-related social needs support and workforce development opportunities (August 29, 2024) – UnitedHealth Group and Goodwill Industries International today announced a three-year, $4.5 million strategic partnership to increase access to education and training, health-related social needs support and workforce development opportunities in 25 states through 38 Goodwill®

Global Sustainability Leaders Join Goodwill Network in Washington DC to Explore Circularity Opportunities

Posted on August 23, 2024 by MS Team SEO

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By Laura Walling, Vice President of Government Affairs, Goodwill Industries International As part of an ongoing effort to advance circularity, Goodwill Industries International (GII) conducted a two-year pilot project to develop skills, systems and infrastructure to aggregate, sort and prepare textiles for reuse and recycling across its network. The results of the $1.28 million textile

My Goodwill Story – Elliott

Posted on August 19, 2024 (August 19, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

It’s back-to-school season which might bring up thoughts of finding the perfect first day outfit at Goodwill® or tracking down that long list of school supplies. But for some, going back to school looks a little different. That was the case for Elliott, who first came to Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee, Inc. (Nashville) after a friend recommended that he check it out. As a young man, he was right at the beginning of his career journey and trying to figure out what path to take. He was interested in getting some nationally recognized certifications to help him break into a new career field.

Climate Legislation Continues to Drive Demand for Clean Energy Workforce

Posted on August 16, 2024 (August 19, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

August 16th marks the two-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) – the wide-ranging package of climate, tax, and health care legislation that was signed into law in 2022. Specifically, the climate and energy provisions of the IRA created new opportunities to support the development of renewable energy sources, speed up the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), and deploy energy efficiency technologies in communities across the country.

This National Thrift Shop Day, Support Your Local Nonprofit Thrift Stores

Posted on August 16, 2024 by Vanessa Cardoni

August 17th, National Thrift Shop Day, celebrates the benefits of thrift store shopping and raises awareness about supporting local charitable organizations. Yet, despite the best efforts of nonprofits in this field to amplify their missions, people do not always distinguish between for-profit and nonprofit thrift organizations and might not be aware of how their donations

How to Make a Résumé: A Step-by-Step Guide

Posted on August 16, 2024 (September 20, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

Welcome to our thorough guide on how to make a résumé! Crafting a compelling résumé is crucial for securing your dream job. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the entire process of creating a résumé that effectively showcases your skills, experiences and qualifications.

Reduce Your Use This National Thrift Shop Day at Goodwill®

Posted on August 16, 2024 by Vanessa Cardoni

Shop or Donate To Give Items and People in Your Community New Lives ROCKVILLE, MD – On August 17th, National Thrift Shop Day, Goodwill encourages shoppers to celebrate the thrill of searching for unique and affordable vintage items at thrift stores and the added joy of extends the life of usable items so fewer things

At First-Ever Sustainability Summit, Goodwill® Unveils Results of Textile Circularity Pilot, Announces Traceability Study

Posted on August 16, 2024 by Vanessa Cardoni

Global Sustainability Leaders Join Goodwill Network in Washington DC to Explore Circularity Opportunities WASHINGTON DC – As part of an ongoing effort to advance circularity, Goodwill Industries International (GII) conducted a two-year pilot project to develop skills, systems and infrastructure to aggregate, sort and prepare textiles for reuse and recycling across its network. The results

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