Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is excited to announce the launch of its groundbreaking Career Pathways model at their new Resource and Opportunity Center (ROC) located at 111 Highland Center Drive in Columbia, SC. This innovative approach is designed to meet the diverse needs of today’s career seekers, offering them the tools and resources to transform their interests into meaningful, in-demand careers.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) and Urban League of the Upstate (ULUS) signed an MOU this morning at PRONK Studios to announce the launch of their new Film Academy, the latest addition to GIUMSC’s Innovation Institute. This new program joins the esteemed ELEVATE Drone Pilot Training Program and the Tech Academy, further expanding Goodwill's commitment to providing innovative education and career pathways.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) and the Urban League of the Upstate (ULU) are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a new Film Academy in the Upstate. This partnership will officially launch with the MOU signing on July 9, 2024, at 10am at 212 Pelham Davis Drive in Greenville.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina is proud to introduce Shannon Wood as the non-profit's new Director of Vocational Services.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) proudly announces the appointment of Jeff Gates as their new Vice President of Retail Excellence. Gates brings an extensive background in leadership, employee development, and process enhancement to his new role, promising a bright future for GIUMSC’s retail operations.

Meet Yari. She is the Manager of SecondStory. Over the past several weeks, Yari has been carefully curating a selection of books for our bookstore, which is opening in just two weeks! Learn more about Yari and get a sneak peek of SecondStory.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC), a renowned leader in thrift retail and workforce development, is excited to announce the launch of its latest venture, SecondStory, a specialty thrift bookstore, set to open its doors on June 13, 2024, at 10 a.m. SecondStory will cater to book lovers and avid readers, offering a curated collection of pre-loved novels, rare finds, and literary treasures.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) proudly announces Chunsta Miller as its new Vice President of Communication and Public Engagement. With an extensive background in leadership, community service, and diversity advocacy, Miller brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is celebrating the grand opening of their attended donation center (ADC) at 2627 Millwood Avenue, Suite C in Columbia, SC. The ADC is set to begin taking donations on May 23, 2024 at 9am in a newly remodeled unit.

Goodwill has a new 2023-2027 Strategic Plan with Sustainability at the frorefront. In an effort to lauch our brand new environmentally-conscious efforts, Goodwill has planned initiatives to directly address our footprint and better serve our community. Melanie Gearhart gives us an update on where Goodwill stands in our sustainability efforts today.

Goodwill is a magical place. It is so many things wrapped into one. It is your surrogate housekeeper, it is your bargain hunter, your environmentalist, and your community's economist. The 2024 Champions of Change celebrated six deserving individuals who continue to showcase the desire, commitment, and impact that examplefies "Goodwill to All!"

On May 8, 2024, at 10 a.m., Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) will open their third specialty retail store in South Carolina – Auten’s Loft Greenville. The boutique-style experience is conveniently located in the Woodruff Rd. Goodwill Retail Store at 1902 Woodruff Rd., Greenville, SC 29611.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is proud to announce the launch of its innovative Tech Academy, poised to revolutionize the landscape of cybersecurity education

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is excited to announce the relocation of their Gaffney Retail Store (1307 W. Floyd Baker Blvd.) to a new, more accessible location at 1320 W. Floyd Baker Blvd. in Gaffney, SC.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is thrilled to announce their Multi-Employer Job Fair on March 6, 2024 at their Pleasantburg Goodwill Retail Store and Job Connection (2550 N. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville, SC 29609). This event is a unique opportunity for job seekers to connect with recruiters and hiring managers from a diverse range of organizations across the Upstate.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is pleased to announce that Monique McDaniels is now the Vice President of Community and Workforce Development.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is pleased to announce the appointment of two new distinguished members to its Board of Directors, Michele Brinn and Adrienne Young. Additionally, the organization is excited to introduce new leadership roles to further enhance its commitment to serving the community and providing job training and employment services.

'Tis the season to spread "Goodwill to All!" Over the past 12 days, we have enjoyed introducing you to Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 11: Damarya, once on a troubled path due to justice involvement and peer pressure, found a turning point with the help of Goodwill’s LIfeLaunch Program.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 10: Kristian journey with Goodwill began as a Pathway Home Program participant, seeking a brighter future. Motivated to create positive change after release from incarceration, she discovered the Second Chances Welding Apprenticeship through the Careers Plus Program at Goodwill.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 9: Aaron walked through the doors of the Anderson, SC Goodwill with a dream – to obtain his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). In April 2023, he embarked on his journey by enrolling in the CDL course offered by Goodwill.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 8: Larissa’s journey with Goodwill has been nothing short of transformative. As a single parent facing the challenges of long-term unemployment, she found herself entangled with the law and on the brink of homelessness. However, her story took a positive turn when she found support from her local Goodwill.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For the next 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 7: Mark spent most of his life doing manual outdoor labor, but eventually found himself on the brink of homelessness. Despite his experience, he faced the challenge of finding work that was both background friendly and suitable for his age.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For the next 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 6: Feeling overwhelmed by disadvantaged conditions, Mattilda believed she could not make ends meet. Fortunately, her journey took a positive turn with the support and motivation from Goodwill.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For the next 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 5: Akera’s journey from the challenges of single parenthood, unemployment, and legal involvement to success is truly inspiring.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 4: Bruce is a resilient individual who spent a decade behind bars at Kershaw Correctional Institution. Emerging from this challenging period, he found hope and transformation through Goodwill’s Pathway Home Program.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 3: Donald is a resilient U.S. Army Veteran who found is path to success with the support of Goodwill’s Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program (HVRP).

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For the next 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 2: Tamara’s journey from Florida to South Carolina marked the beginning of a new chapter filled with determination and success. At Goodwill’s Job Connection, Tamara found the guidance she needed to navigate the job market in her new environment.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is proudly hosting two Job & Resource Fairs in late-November as part of the organization's Operation: GoodJobs initiative. These job fairs are designed to honor and assist the brave men and women who've served our nation by providing them access to valuable resources and opportunities as they establish themselves in civilian workforce.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina announces the upcoming closure of its Subway franchise, located at 115 Haywood Road, Greenville, SC 29607.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is proud to announce the launch of Pathway Home 4, an innovative and transformative program aimed at providing job training and educational opportunities for those currently incarcerated and recently released.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is pleased to welcome Marcia Leake as Vice President of Human Resources. With an extensive background in human resources leadership and a deep commitment to the mission of GIUMSC, Leake brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the organization.

Goodwill has announced the launch of a new, cutting-edge drone pilot training program developed through a partnership with AINautics.

Goodwill will open it's second specialty store - Auten's Loft - on September 20th at 10 a.m., located at 4708 Sunset Blvd., Lexington, SC 29072.

Goodwill proudly announces the launch of a groundbreaking program, LifeLaunch: Growth Opportunities (GO), designed to equip and empower young adults impacted by the justice system with the skills, resources, and support they need to succeed in their personal and professional lives.

As we reflect on the past 50 years of serving job seekers and communities in South Carolina, we also look to the next half-century of creating generational success for those in need.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands SC (GIUMSC) is collaborating with Unite Us, a leading software company specializing in cross-sector collaboration, to improve people’s overall well-being by solidifying access to employment resources for job seekers and families in South Carolina. Through this partnership, GIUMSC and Unite Us aim to create more connected communities by addressing the unmet needs of people and families throughout the state.

Preparing justice-involved youth in Greenville for workforce success.

This week, locally operated Goodwills with territory in South Carolina hosted a joint Legislative Day at the State House to connect with lawmakers and share how the iconic non-profit creates generational impact right here in the Palmetto State.

GIUMSC is celebrating the occasion with a special gala on Saturday, May 6th. The formal affair is from 5pm – 11pm at the Greenville Convention Center in Greenville, SC.

(Greenville, SC) Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) proudly congratulates President/CEO Pat Michaels for 30 years of leadership and stewardship within the Goodwill Industries network.

(Greenville, SC) Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is dedicating a new mural on the side of their Haywood Road Clearance Center in Greenville to honor their 50th Anniversary in South Carolina. The mural - a partnership between GIUMSC, Blank Canvas Mural Company, and Greenville County Schools - is the first of many initiatives planned throughout 2023 to highlight the Goodwill’s mission to “provide access, information, and resources to help people improve their lives through the power of work.”

On Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at 9 a.m., Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) will open the doors to its brand new Chesnee retail store and Job Connection. The new location (2316 Chesnee Hwy, Spartanburg) represents the first for Goodwill in the Chesnee area, and the fifth in Spartanburg County. The store and Job Connection will stand as one of Goodwill’s flagship locations, providing donation, retail, and employment assistance services all in one location.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is partnering with community organizations to paint a mural on the side of their Haywood Road headquarters. The vibrant mural depicts a girl’s dream of a thriving community where differences are valued and people work together to spread goodwill to all. It’s the first project for GIUMSC to celebrate their upcoming 50th anniversary. The 1440 sq. ft. installation will face the new Swamp Rabbit Trail Bridge over Haywood Road and is expected to be completed by mid-February. An unveiling event will be planned for late February

Today is the final day of our “12 Days of Goodwill” series. Over the past dozen days, we’ve introduced you to program participants and Goodwill staff whose stories embody hope, love and perseverance. They are living examples of what it means to extend “goodwill to all.”

‘Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we’re highlighting program participants and Goodwill staff whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. These stories will be posted daily to all our social media accounts and website. Please share/repost them to spread Goodwill’s uplifting impact in our communities. Here’s Day 11!

‘Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we’re highlighting program participants and Goodwill staff whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. These stories will be posted daily to all our social media accounts and website. Please share/repost them to spread Goodwill’s uplifting impact in our communities. Here’s Day 10!

‘Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we’re highlighting program participants and Goodwill staff whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance.

‘Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we’re highlighting program participants and Goodwill staff whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance.

‘Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we’re highlighting program participants and Goodwill staff whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. These stories will be posted daily to all our social media accounts and website. Please share/repost them to spread Goodwill’s uplifting impact in our communities. Here’s Day 7!

‘Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we’re highlighting program participants and Goodwill staff whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance.

‘Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we’re highlighting program participants and Goodwill staff whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance.

‘Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we’re highlighting program participants and Goodwill staff whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance.

‘Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we’re highlighting program participants and Goodwill staff whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance.

‘Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we’re highlighting program participants and Goodwill staff whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance.

‘Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For each of the next 12 days, we’re highlighting program participants and Goodwill staff whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance.

Community Resource Fair December 9, 2022 10am - 1pm Triune Mercy Center (222 Rutherford Road, Greenville)

(Chapin, SC) On December 6, 2022, at 11 a.m., Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) will open its newest retail venture - Auten’s Loft. This boutique-style experience is conveniently located in the sophisticated, charming Chapin community adjoined to the Chapin Goodwill Retail Store at 524 Columbia Avenue, Chapin, SC.

Goodwill hosts their Operation: GoodJobs Resource and Job Fair.

Goodwill hosts minority-owned employers and resource groups.

Goodwill opens attended donation center in Anderson, SC

Goodwill re-opens Subway location.

Goodwill relocates Pickens ADC.

Goodwill hosts midlands Job Fair.

The more than 8000 square foot facility is located at 412-A Sulphur Springs Road in Greenville, adjoined to Goodwill’s retail store and donation center on the same property.

Goodwill hosts Grand Opening for Business Services Center.

Each May, Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina celebrates another year of providing vital career services and opportunities for South Carolinians. The first full week of May — recognized as “Goodwill Week” — is a time to reflect on Goodwill’s long history and mission of helping people become independent through education and career services.

On Friday, May 6th Goodwill revealed their newest program, Mission Mobile.

Goodwill launches Mission Mobile program.

On Friday, May 6th Goodwill will reveal their new program, Mission Mobile, to the public at their North Pleasantburg store location at 10 am.

On Wednesday, March 16th, Goodwill will open the doors to its newest retail location on White Horse Road in the Berea community of Greenville County.

Retail Store, Job Connection, and Business Services Center - All in ONE Location.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina is currently enrolling participants aged 55 and older in its free job training and employment services program.

Goodwill LifeLaunch provides job skills and career training services in Greenville and Richland County, South Carolina for young adults, ages 18-24 with previous justice involvement.

Greenwood County Community Foundation (GCCF) has announced a $5,000 grant to Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) for in-demand healthcare training in Greenwood County.