Statement from our President/CEO on Hurricane Helene

In the weeks since Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, I’ve experienced a range of emotions – heartbreak at the loss of life and property, and pride in our team’s resilience. Initially, about half of Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina’s retail stores and career centers were closed, with no contact from over 400 team members. It was a challenging time. I’m relieved to report that we’ve now connected with all our team members in western North Carolina, and everyone is safe.

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.

Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina

Myron smiling at Goodwill training

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
193
skills training
classes offered
1K+
employees
51
locations in 31 counties
across Northwest NC
1.8M
pounds of e-waste
recycled
26K+
people who have benefited
from our services

our footprint

locations

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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