https://www.goodwill.org/author/mercedes-castrogoodwill-org/ Local Goodwills are nonprofits that help people overcome challenges to build skills, find jobs and grow their careers. #PowerOfWork Thu, 23 Jun 2022 17:47:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.goodwill.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/cropped-goodwill-site-icon-nobg-32x32.png https://www.goodwill.org/author/mercedes-castrogoodwill-org/ 32 32 https://www.goodwill.org/blog/my-story/my-story-charles-doddridge/ Fri, 06 May 2022 13:00:13 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=642745 Charles Doddridge is an older worker who can’t help but laugh when he talks about his past. He is not hesitant to share the mistake he’s made, and he is proud of the work he has done.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/biden-administration-releases-equity-action-plans/ Thu, 28 Apr 2022 21:11:04 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=641660 On his first day in office, President Biden signed Executive Order 13985, Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government which directed the Federal Government to advance an ambitious whole-of-government equity agenda. As a result, over 90 federal agencies across the federal government, including all Cabinet-level agencies as well as over 50 independent agencies, recently released Equity Action Plans which outline steps being taken to improve equity and racial justice.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/news-updates/bric-brac-vinyl-records-and-gaming-systemsoh-my-goodwill-of-kyowva-recycles-more-than-your-typical-materials/ Thu, 21 Apr 2022 14:00:18 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=639892 When you set foot into the Recycling Center, located at Goodwill KYOWVA’s location on Virginia Avenue in Huntington, you are met with a bustling warehouse. All hands are on deck as employees sort through items, separate them into categories, compress items into smaller bales, and ship them out to various locations.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/biden-marks-april-as-second-chance-month/ Thu, 21 Apr 2022 13:00:48 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=639891 The American workforce is experiencing a period of unprecedented disruption where many employers struggle to find qualified workers to fill over 11 million job openings. But for many jobseekers with a criminal background, particularly those reentering the workforce after incarceration, finding employment can be a daunting hurdle to overcome. President Joe Biden recently issued a proclamation marking April as Second Chance Month, a time to raise awareness of the challenges facing people that have been involved in the criminal justice system and to spotlight the important work being done by community-based organizations like Goodwill® to empow]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/news-updates/the-grid-powered-by-goodwill-champions-technology-refurbishment-in-the-charlotte-area/ Tue, 19 Apr 2022 18:02:18 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=639511 At The GRID: Powered by Goodwill, a technology store operated by Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont, you’ll find just about anything you can imagine that relates to computers and technology—at Goodwill prices! The store carries an unbeatable selection of new, refurbished and donated products, including desktop and laptop computers, printers, televisions, audio equipment, retro games, gaming consoles and more.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/press-releases/goodwill-operation-achieve-to-expand-workforce-development-efforts-for-military-veterans-and-spouses-and-youth-and-young-adults/ Mon, 18 Apr 2022 22:33:04 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=639502 https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/bidens-fy2023-budget-proposal/ Fri, 15 Apr 2022 17:07:46 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=638795 The administration recently submitted its FY23 budget proposal to Congress, outlining three core values: “fiscal responsibility, safety and security at home and abroad, and a commitment to building a better America.” The $5.8 trillion proposal budget details for the President’s “Unity Agenda” announced at the State of the Union in February, which aims to tackle the opioid crisis, bolster the mental health system, and fund research for his Cancer Moonshot program. However, the administration declined to outline the costs of elements from the president’s signature Build Back Better (BBB) bill as negotiations may continue. Instead, t]]> https://www.goodwill.org/press-releases/leading-across-communities-rex-davidson-inducted-into-goodwill-hall-of-fame/ Mon, 11 Apr 2022 20:40:53 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=638139 https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/be-an-advocate-and-participate-in-goodwills-virtual-advocacy-day-2/ Thu, 31 Mar 2022 18:51:04 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=635707 Today, nearly 100 Goodwill advocates including organization presidents and CEOs, mission leaders, communication professionals, volunteer board members, and more will meet virtually with hundreds of lawmakers and staff to discuss investments in America’s workers; changes to the workforce development system; and the impact of tax policies on nonprofits. They will be educating Congress about the role that Goodwill plays in their community.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/press-releases/goodwill-and-caterpillar-foundation-partner-to-provide-technology-training/ Tue, 29 Mar 2022 22:43:50 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=635405