Grace
When Grace came to Goodwill, it was clear she was a big animal enthusiast but also struggled interacting with people.
At Goodwill we strive to meet the needs of the communities we serve through the Power of Work. Our mission has remained strong for 100 years and without you, it simply wouldn't be possible. Thank you for supporting our mission!
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Goodwill Staff on Nov 14, 2019 11:30:09 AM
Steven
Steven Morimoto served in the military for six years as a combat medic. However, like many Veterans, Steven found it very challenging to transition to civilian life. Then he found Goodwill.
Posted by
Jamie Klinger-Krebs on Jun 25, 2019 2:40:50 PM
Crystal
Crystal was a young teen mother when she began working at Goodwill. Faced with the challenges of a baby to care for, her job attendance began to suffer. After talking with the Goodwill management team, Crystal focused on how to improve her situation and entered Goodwill's Career Path program. Now Crystal enjoys a healthy work-life balance and providing for her son. When you shop and donate to Goodwill the revenue from the sale of donated goods helps people like Crystal overcome barriers and gain independence.
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Jamie Klinger-Krebs on Jun 25, 2019 2:33:54 PM
Ron
For Ron, working at Goodwill is the best job he's ever had. He's seen first-hand how Goodwill saves lives. As a Director of Goodwill's Supply Chain, Ron oversees an operation of 75 people, and each person has a story to share. For some it's about transformation, for others it means overcoming hardships as well as gaining dignity and independence.
Posted by
Jamie Klinger-Krebs on Jun 11, 2019 11:47:29 AM
Keishla
Barriers to employment can take many forms. For some, child care or transportation issues can make it difficult to find or keep a job. For others, it may be a language or literacy issue. Serving people with disadvantages is a part of the Goodwill mission, and Keishla is an example of what happens when barriers are broken.
Posted by
Jamie Klinger-Krebs on Jun 11, 2019 11:34:16 AM
Bryon
It takes a truly remarkable person to turn the pain of a devastating accident into a lifetime of advocating for others and working toward finding a cure for paralysis. That person is Bryon Riesch.
Posted by
Jamie Klinger-Krebs on Jun 11, 2019 11:31:50 AM
Creighton
Before coming to Goodwill, Creighton and his family were uncertain where his life was heading due to his intellectual disability. Through the Power of Work, Creighton is a shining example of how meaningful work has transformed his life.
Posted by
Jamie Klinger-Krebs on May 23, 2019 12:12:44 PM
King
King participated in Goodwill's Project SEARCH internship program. He now works at Home Depot where he continues to inspire customers and coworkers with his positive attitude.
Posted by
Jamie Klinger-Krebs on May 23, 2019 11:56:15 AM
Gail
As a single mother with three special needs children, Gail found success at Goodwill and overcame a number of challenges. She now has confidence in herself and a job she loves.
Posted by
Jamie Klinger-Krebs on Apr 10, 2019 3:45:25 PM
Willie
Willie is proof that you can change the path of your life and not allow a past criminal record to determine what you can achieve. As Willie shares, “I’m not defined by one bad
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Jamie Klinger-Krebs on Apr 8, 2019 4:42:58 PM
Dakota
We all go through life hoping to find our dream job, and if we're lucky, we might just find it. Dakota, a young man with autism and a cognitive disability, found his dream job through the Power of Work.
Posted by
Jamie Klinger-Krebs on Apr 8, 2019 4:34:54 PM
