December 24, 2025

From Bargains to Blueprints: How Darian is Powering Up His Future with Goodwill

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We’ve reached the final day of our 12 Days of Goodwill. Today, discover how Darian Wakefield is transforming his career from bargain hunting to building a future in agriculture and architecture through the Goodwill Clean Tech Accelerator.

December 23, 2025

From Sentenced to Success: The Unstoppable Rise of Gabrielle Whitmire

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It’s DAY 11 of our 12 Days of Goodwill. From ten years of incarceration to a thriving career and college education, Gabrielle Whitmire’s journey proves that with the right support, your past is only the beginning of your success story.

December 22, 2025

A Legacy Recharged: How Danyel Smith Wired Her Own Success

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It’s DAY 10 of our 12 Days of Goodwill. A legacy rediscovered and a career transformed: See how Danyel Smith partnered with Goodwill to go from the classroom to a high-paying leadership role.

December 19, 2025

The Unstoppable Climb: David Yelton's Path to Independence

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It’s DAY 9 of our 12 Days of Goodwill, recognizing twelve remarkable individuals who came to Goodwill to transform their lives and find careers that fit their passions. After years of incarceration, David Yelton is proving that your past is just a chapter, not the whole book – and their new chapter is just beginning.

December 18, 2025

A New Chapter at Any Age: Henrietta's Journey to Purpose

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It’s DAY 8 of our 12 Days of Goodwill, recognizing twelve remarkable individuals who came to Goodwill to transform their lives and find careers that fit their passions. From participant to permanent employee, Henrietta Austin’s journey proves that with a little determination and the right support, it’s never too late to find your purpose and start a rewarding new chapter.

December 17, 2025

From Surviving to Thriving: Carl's Journey Forward with Goodwill

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It’s DAY 8 of our 12 Days of Goodwill, recognizing twelve remarkable individuals who came to Goodwill to transform their lives and find careers that fit their passions. Once facing homelessness and uncertainty, Carl Long’s determination – and Goodwill’s belief in A Job, A Better Job, A Career – changed everything.

December 16, 2025

The Comeback King: How Goodwill Helped Jesse Turn a Crisis into a Career

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It’s DAY 7 of our 12 Days of Goodwill, recognizing twelve remarkable individuals who came to Goodwill to transform their lives and find careers that fit their passions. Facing homelessness and a lack of resources, Jesse Smith partnered with Goodwill to secure a reliable phone, land a new job with Nestle, and begin saving for a new home!

December 15, 2025

The Drive to Be Better: How Irmastene Turned Grief into a New Career and First Home

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Join us for 12 Days of Goodwill as we recognize remarkable individuals who came to Goodwill to change their lives and find careers that fit their passions. Day 5 – Irmastene Clarke turned heartbreak into her greatest drive, using a fully-funded CNA program to launch a new career and achieve her goal of buying her first home.

December 12, 2025

Resilience and Style: Kim Martin Finds Her Perfect Fit

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Day 4 – Two-time cancer survivor Kim Martin turned her determination and style into a dream job at Auten’s Loft, proving resilience always find its perfect fit!

December 11, 2025

12 Days of Goodwill - Laquiatta Tolbert: Building a Brighter Future with Goodwill's Clean Tech Academy

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Join us for 12 Days of Goodwill as we recognize twelve remarkable individuals who came to Goodwill to change their lives and find careers that fit their passions. Ready for some serious career inspiration? Meet Laquiatta, a Goodwill graduate who turned a setback into a successful, high-paying career in the HVAC industry! Watch her story and read about how she overcame obstacles and found her path to success.

December 10, 2025

12 Days of Goodwill - Darryl's Journey: A New Path with Goodwill

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After moving to Seneca and needing both housing and employment, Darryl Baines found the key to a fresh start at Goodwill’s Career and Training Center. Read his inspiring story of how targeted support and hard work led him to stability and a rewarding career!

December 09, 2025

12 Days of Goodwill - From Self-Doubt to Success: Myia's Inspiring Tech Journey at Goodwill

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Join us for 12 Days of Goodwill as we recognize twelve remarkable individuals who came to Goodwill to change their lives and find careers that fit their passions. Today we feature Myia Bacon who turned her self-doubt into a tech career, earning her ITF+ certificate through Goodwill’s Tech Academy and is now guiding others along their path to independence.

November 18, 2025

Soldier to Mentor: Army Veteran Takes on New Mission at Goodwill

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After serving his country, Carey Bryson found a fulfilling career through Goodwill’s SCVIA program. Now working at the Greenville Army Reserve Center, his military discipline has helped him build a reputation as a natural leader and mentor. Today, we celebrate Carey’s service to our country and our community.

June 12, 2025

Powering Sustainability: Goodwill Launches Battery Recycling Pilot with Redwood Materials

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Discover how Goodwill is expanding its commitment to sustainability with an exciting new partnership. We're teaming up with Redwood Materials to launch a battery recycling pilot program this June, furthering our mission to reduce electronic waste. Join us in exploring innovative ways to protect our environment and create a brighter future.

April 29, 2025

A "Win-Win" Opportunity Leads Tara to Goodwill - #SecondChanceMonth

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April is Second Chance Month, a time dedicated to supporting citizens reentering their communities and the workforce following incarceration. Goodwill's Pathway Home program and other reentry services directly support the needs of these individuals as they navigate life after prison. Meet Tara, who is thriving thanks to what she describes as a "win-win opportunity."