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Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina
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news - May 05, 2025 - 11:00
Goodwill of Southern Nevada Continues 50-year Celebration with Strokes of Goodwill Golf Tournament Presented By TCI Transportation
Goodwill of Southern Nevada's 50th-anniversary celebration continues with the Strokes of Goodwill Golf Tournament, sponsored by TCI Transportation, held on May 19 at Anthem Country Club in Henderson. Proceeds support workforce development programs, including career training and essential supplies for the Goodwill Training Academy.
nevadabusiness.comnews - Apr 04, 2025 - 00:53
Government and utility company uniforms spotted at South Florida thrift stores
NBC6 investigative reporter Sasha Jones uncovered the sale of government and utility company uniforms at local thrift stores in South Florida. The investigation revealed that Goodwill South Florida and other thrift stores have accepted various types of uniforms from employees who are free to dispose, donate, or sell them. This practice has raised concerns about the potential misuse of these uniforms by scammers.
nbcmiami.comnews - Apr 02, 2025 - 21:00
New Report Offers Valuable Insights into Gen Z's Employment Struggles
The 2025 McKinsey American Opportunity Survey highlights significant employment challenges faced by Gen Z in the United States. The survey found that unemployment rates for Gen Z (ages 18-24) are more than 2.5 times higher than the general population, with skills and experience being the primary barriers. Nearly half of Gen Z workers are pessimistic about job stability, financial security, and retirement. The report also revealed that justice-impacted individuals are two times more likely to be unemployed. Goodwill Industries International, a leading nonprofit, introduced the Goodwill Opportunity Accelerator to address these issues by offering comprehensive workforce development services, including job training, mentorships, and career placement.
prnewswire.comnews - Apr 01, 2025 - 16:29
Goodwill Shutters Online Marketplace GoodwillFinds
GoodwillFinds.com, the online resale marketplace operated by Goodwill Industries, has ceased operations as of March 28, 2025. The platform was launched in October 2022 to capture a larger share of the online resale market but failed to gain traction, leading to its closure. The site operated as a B2B2C marketplace where local Goodwill affiliates would list items, but it struggled with high prices and shipping costs, impacting its appeal to both Goodwill employees and consumers.
retailtouchpoints.comnews - Mar 27, 2025 - 05:01
Goodwill’s Jacksonville grocery store sets a new standard for community support
Goodwill Industries of North Florida opened 'The Corner at Deb’s Store' in Jacksonville, Florida, in September 2024, addressing the challenge of food insecurity and lack of access to healthy, nutritious foods in the area. This initiative also includes financial wellness services and a career center, aiming to close the wealth gap and provide resources for job seekers.
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Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina is a nonprofit organization that provides training and workforce development services, focusing on helping community members find employment opportunities.