https://www.goodwill.org/author/mary-speedgoodwill-org/ Local Goodwills are nonprofits that help people overcome challenges to build skills, find jobs and grow their careers. #PowerOfWork Fri, 16 Sep 2022 21:16:44 +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/mary-speedgoodwill-org/ 32 32 https://www.goodwill.org/blog/my-story/my-story-irene-hernandez/ Fri, 16 Sep 2022 21:16:44 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=667714 Irene Hernandez was unemployed for 15 years while she cared for her three children at home. Then, as soon as grandchildren came into her life, she looked after them too. Now that her daughter can care for her own children, Irene decided to make positive changes in her life.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/shop/pride-month-outfit-inspiration-from-real-goodwill-shoppers/ Sat, 25 Jun 2022 18:38:08 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=652460 For many, June is a month-long celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, and how far we’ve come as a society in getting them the rights and recognition they deserve. Pride Month serves as an opportunity to raise awareness to barriers that the LGBTQ+ community still faces, especially in recent months with different legislation being introduced around the country. It also serves as a call for allyship for people to continue to support and embrace the community advocate for those they love.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/shop/the-summer-of-gen-z-style/ Thu, 09 Jun 2022 14:30:50 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=649636 To understand fashion from this lens was eye opening, and so is the fact that while millennials are eating up these trends that subconsciously make them consent to the culture around them, Gen Z is paving the way with their own style that disregards these trends and puts sustainability and authentic personality first.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/shop/plants-with-a-punch/ Wed, 08 Jun 2022 07:04:14 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=649620 In effort to keep myself interested in the well-being of these tiny bits of prickly paradise, I figured I might pay attention more if they were planted in unusual little pots. Not things that you expect a plant to be in, things that I can find around the house already. So here were my top few strange succulent pot picks.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/shop/something-old-something-new-bridal-whites-are-everywhere-this-season/ Wed, 08 Jun 2022 06:49:15 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=649604 It seems like everyone is getting married this summer. Or if not married, then engaged. For the past six months social media has been crowded with romantic posts of doting boyfriends down on one knee (including mine!), bachelorette squads taking over beaches and bars, and the sweet smiles of the couple’s first look on their special day. ]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/my-story/my-story-stan-nesby/ Sat, 21 May 2022 20:06:20 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=646400 Stan Nesby is an older worker who is adamant about immersing himself in his community and surrounding himself with people who are dedicated to bettering the world. Proud of the work he has done and the support he received along the way, he talks excitedly about now being able to help others.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/my-story/my-story-stephen-oun/ Thu, 19 May 2022 20:43:57 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=645958 As Stephen contemplates his next career move, he reflected on his time at Goodwill with fondness – realizing just how impactful Goodwill has been on his life. “It opened my eyes to a lot of things,” Stephen said. His journey to Goodwill began in high school when a teacher recognized Stephen’s interest in aviation and the ability Evergreen Goodwill’s Youth Aerospace Program could have in transforming a passion for flying and travel into a potential career.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/my-story/my-story-march-henriott/ Fri, 13 May 2022 02:01:24 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=645699 Since August 2021, one such older worker named March has been helping visitors of the Warsaw Career Center discover career opportunities and resources. Beyond connecting participants to employment opportunities, she often finds herself lending a listening ear — something she recalls was offered to her during her time in the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) through Goodwill Industries of Michiana.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/my-story/my-story-morning-glory/ Thu, 12 May 2022 21:03:11 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=644674 Morning-Glory’s senior year of high school was cut short due to the pandemic. Unsure of what to do next, a family member referred her to Goodwill Hawaii for help and Morning met with program coordinator Siniva to learn more about their services. Within a few days, she was able to start a job at Burger King, but eventually she reached out to Siniva and told her that she wanted to do something more.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/my-story/my-story-sandra-campbell/ Wed, 11 May 2022 01:53:23 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=645693 Sandra Campbell, came to Goodwill Industries of Kentucky (Louisville) seeking employment opportunities. Sandra was born with a disability, and she both lives with and supports her aging mother. Sandra has been successful helping her mother live independently by maintaining the basic chores of their home and maintaining a structured environment. Over time, however, Sandra has continued to strive for her own independence and financial stability and found she needed assistance to earn employment.]]>