Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC

The 24th Annual Goodwill Golf Tournament was held on May 9, 2024, at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons. The tournament benefits our Outreach Scholarship Fund, which helps our program participants achieve their career goals through education and skills training. We're also honored to have been the last tournament to be hosted at the Tanglewood Park Clubhouse. Its last day of operation will be Monday, May 13. We can't wait to see the new and improved clubhouse in 2025. Thanks to everyone who participated to make this tournament a success. We hope to see you again next year! To view more photos of the day, visit https://lnkd.in/gThghhWP.

Did you know there's more to your local Goodwill than just donating and shopping? 👀 Paul came to Goodwill to receive services from the Project Re-Entry program. Paul worked with his Re-Entry Specialist to find steady employment. Thanks to his hard work and determination, Paul has reached a comfortable place in his life and we couldn't be prouder. Watch to hear Paul tell his story.

Happy Goodwill Week to all who celebrate! 💙   There's lots to love about shopping secondhand, including the unique finds and low prices, but there's so much more to your local Goodwill than meets the eye.   💖 We're a local non-profit. Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We are recognized nationally as one of the most efficient charities, with 87% of our revenues funding our mission and sustainability. This allows us to serve 26,000 people across 31 counties in NC each year. 💼 We offer workforce development services. Whether you need help brushing up on your interview skills or need help accessing college courses, our workforce development team can help you reach your career goals. We even have specialized programs to help veterans, high school students, and justice-involved individuals enter the workforce. 🤝 Non-profits work best when they collaborate to meet the community's needs, which is why we started the Good Neighbor Program. Our mission is to help people find long-term success through stable employment, but the Good Neighbor program allows us to partner with other local non-profits that offer services for local families whose immediate needs we cannot meet. 🌱 Shopping secondhand is a more sustainable alternative. Making a pair of jeans requires over 1,900 gallons of water, which is equivalent to what the average person drinks over a seven-year period. Buying pre-loved clothing means you aren't using any more of our limited natural resources. Let us know in the comments if you learned anything new about your local Goodwill. To learn more about us and the services we offer, visit www.GoodwillNWNC.org.

It's not too late to get your spring cleaning done! 🌷📦 If your space needs a refresh, it might be time to declutter and donate. We're sharing our tips to help you get started: 💥 Start Small, Tackle Big: Begin with one area at a time to avoid feeling overwhelmed. Whether it's a closet, a drawer, or a room, conquering small spaces one at a time creates a clutter-free home. 📦 Donate Unwanted Items: Spread a little thrift love by parting ways with items you no longer need. Your preloved items may be valuable to someone else! 🗑️ Create a "Keep, Toss, Donate" System: Sort through your belongings with a systematic approach. Identify items to keep, toss, or donate. This method makes decision-making more effortless. ⏰ Establish a Routine: Maintain a clutter-free environment by incorporating decluttering into your routine. A few minutes each day or a dedicated decluttering day each month can help you stay on top of things and prevent future chaos.

Avid thrifters already know that the hottest styles are found at your local Goodwill, but local artist @boshnovart captures it perfectly in this shoot. We love that he captured how we all feel in our thrifted finds! 🤩 Photo/Video: @boshnovart on Instagram Model: @okay_ckay on Instagram

We've got a busy week full of fresh opportunities coming. Join us at your local Goodwill Career Center to speak with local employers who are ready to hire in your area. Available opportunities include: - Nursing - Substitute Teachers - Distribution and manufacturing - and more! For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/eBByMDAa.

Our newest Career Quest video features Diana Blackett, talent acquisition specialist at Biltmore Farms. You won't want to miss Diana's impressive story of working in fashion, hospitality, healthcare, and then back to hospitality! Diana will also discuss career opportunities with Biltmore Farms. To watch the full video, visit https://lnkd.in/eJFy_nBV.

Goodwill and Novant Health are partnering to raise awareness of breast cancer and the importance of early detection by self breast exams and regular mammograms. Breast Cancer Awareness Class Wednesday, May 8 | 11 a.m. Goodwill Career Center | 1457 North Bridge Street, Elkin Please call 336-526-2144 to reserve a seat. At the end of the class, you’ll have an opportunity to sign up for the mammogram mobile unit, which will stop by the Goodwill Career Center on Tuesday, June 4.

We love that @thekatiefox is building her classroom library with books she found at Goodwill. What do you think of her finds? We're definitely adding some of these to our reading list. Let us know in the comments what you've been reading lately! 📚

Each collection in the Color Me Goodwill fashion show features a model who has participated in a Goodwill employment program. At the 8th Annual Color Me Goodwill, held April 19 at The Orange Peel, Adrienne was a model for the Pink Collection by Sheila Thibodeaux. Adrienne struggled to find work after his release from prison. He came to Goodwill to get help finding a stable job and continue on his path forward. Watch to hear Adrienne tell his story. Stay tuned as we share more stories like Adrienne's from the show! Follow the Color Me Goodwill Facebook page: https://lnkd.in/ec45cqRJ