Olympic Medalist Partners with Edmonton Goodwill

Several weeks ago, Goodwill Industries of Alberta (Edmonton) announced that Olympic medalist Cheryl Bernard is officially becoming a spokesperson for the agency. After retiring from competitive curling, Bernard is dedicating her time to give back to the communities that supported her through her Olympic journey.

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New Radio Show Celebrates Philanthropy in Sarasota, FL

Veronica Brandon Miller and Rick Hughes from Goodwill Manasota (Sarasota, FL) are taking their feel-good message of celebrating philanthropy to the airwaves with a new radio show, Tell Me Something Good. The show, which airs on Sundays on local radio station WSRQ at 11:00 am, focuses on the good that is happening in the community, highlighting those individuals, nonprofits and businesses that give generously of time, talent and treasure.

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New Program Links Students with Career Exploration in Battle Creek, MI

Goodwill Industries of Central Michigan’s Heartland (Battle Creek) was recently highlighted in the Battle Creek Enquirer for the success of Goodwill Connects, which works to promote high school graduation, college and career readiness for students within the area’s four public school districts.

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Expanded Mattress Recycling Program Benefits Environment, Vets in San José

Goodwill of Silicon Valley (San José) recently announced it will expand its mattress recycling program, thanks to a new partnership between the Goodwill, GreenWaste Recovery and the City of San José.

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Goodwill Southern California and Los Angeles Lakers Host Do Good Day

The Los Angeles Lakers teamed up for one day of Do Good fun. On December 12 GSC launched their second annual Do Good Day campaign to encourage the community to do good for the community, the planet and each other.

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My Story: Nick Biddlecome

With Goodwill’s help, a man from Indiana lands a full-time job at a local plant. He is now saving to buy a house that he and his young son can call home.

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Farm to Freezer Offers Produce, Jobs to Local Residents in Traverse City

Goodwill Industries of Northern Michigan (GINM) (Traverse City) recently garnered national attention for its community-based job training program, Farm to Freezer, that flash freezes produce from local farms in Northern Michigan. Current program leader, Mark Coe, who originally worked for a nearby farm, came up with the idea in 2013.

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Santa Ana, CA, Goodwill Celebrates 90th Anniversary with the Beach Boys and John Stamos

Goodwill of Orange County recently celebrated its 90th anniversary with the help of legendary rock band The Beach Boys and actor John Stamos as guest drummer. The entertainers performed a full set for nearly 600 attendees at the beach-themed Goodwill Gala.

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GIRE, Social Advocates for Youth Partner to Help Local Teens

Goodwill Industries of the Redwood Empire (Santa Rosa, CA) and Social Advocates for Youth (SAY) have joined forces in a partnership that benefits homeless and low-income children, youth and families.

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Baltimore Goodwill Raises Nearly $115,000 at Halloween Party Featuring NFL Players

Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake (Baltimore) held its 15th Annual Goodwill Gridiron Halloween party on October 27 at a nearby Dave & Buster’s. This year’s event featured Baltimore Ravens tight end Dennis Pitta, kicker Justin Tucker, defensive tackle Brandon Williams and many business community leaders. The party attracted 465 attendees and raised nearly $115,000 for

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