The good we do is
The good we do
It’s more than a mission.
We create opportunities for people to enhance their lives through training, workforce development services, and collaboration with other community organizations.
Oh, and of course we like to have fun.
The Original Goodwill Ambassador
In some circles, Demetrius goes by “Mr. Tea” because he can brew you some good ol’ Southern sweet tea! He is also a leader, has started a non-profit organization and is the original Goodwill Ambassador.
David’s Right Fit: The Community Access Program
With the goal of finding the ideal place for David to thrive, his parents enrolled him in Goodwill’s Community Access Program. It was a win-win situation for David and his parents.
Fast-Tracked to Meaningful Employment
Timothy, a father of four, started working with Goodwill’s Project Re-entry Program while he was still incarcerated. Upon release from prison, Timothy attended a Job Fair and was hired on the spot as a Machine Operator. Timothy is now employed as a Brake Press Operator with another Triad company. He has stability in his...
A Good Coach and Mentor
Terry, a single dad with three children, wanted to learn a skilled trade to provide a better life for his family. His goals led him to Goodwill’s Prosperity Center where he learned about opportunities to take Skills Training classes.
Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina
This is who we are.
Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina is a nonprofit organization that has served the local community since 1926. Through the sale of donated items in our stores, we fund employment and training programs that help people find hope, opportunity, and jobs. We are recognized nationally as one of the most efficient charities—channeling 87 percent of revenues to mission and sustainability. This efficiency enabled us to provide services to more than 26,000 people in the last year alone.
OUR impact IN ONE YEAR
2K+
people who have been
placed in jobs
placed in jobs
193
skills training
classes offered
classes offered
1K+
employees
51
locations in 31 counties
across Northwest NC
across Northwest NC
1.8M
pounds of e-waste
recycled
recycled
26K+
people who have benefited
from our services
from our services
our footprint
Location. Location. Vocation.
Whether you’re looking for professional training to launch your career, donate goods, or treasure hunt at one of our stores, Goodwill of Northwest North Carolina has your community covered with 51 locations in 31 counties.
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