Goodwill Industries of Central Florida has announced that all proceeds from its November “round up at the register” initiative will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, strengthening local hunger-relief efforts as many residents face ongoing uncertainty surrounding SNAP benefits. Second Harvest Food Bank plays a critical role in supplying groceries and … Read more
In a creative fusion of fashion and sustainability, Goodwill Industries of Central Florida is joining forces with Keep Orlando Beautiful to present the highly anticipated 10th annual Trash 2 Trends Fashion Show. Set against the backdrop of the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, this unique event highlights the transformative power of upcycling while … Read more
With Florida’s unemployment rate currently at 3.6%, slightly higher than it was this time last year, many residents are actively exploring new job opportunities. To support local job seekers, Goodwill Industries of Central Florida (GICF) is partnering with the Taft & Oak Ridge Neighborhood Center for Families to host a free job fair in Orlando … Read more
The deadline for filing your 2024 income taxes is fast approaching. Taxpayers must submit their returns by Tuesday, April 15, to avoid potential penalties and interest on unpaid taxes. Goodwill Industries is dedicated to easing the stress of tax season for the community through its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. This initiative provides free … Read more
Goodwill Industries of Central Florida has announced a new partnership with 2nd Mountain Homes to support young adults transitioning out of foster care. This collaboration launches the “Transitioning Youth” initiative, designed to provide hands-on job skills training and crucial resources for fostering independence. The initiative addresses a critical gap in support for older youth exiting … Read more
Central Floridians looking to do good by donating clothing and household items that they no longer need or want will soon have two new options. Goodwill Industries of Central Florida is set to open two new Donation Xpress (DX) centers on June 3rd. One will be located in Ormond Beach at 1425 W. Granada Blvd., … Read more
In a bid to streamline the process of donating home goods and furniture in Central Florida, Goodwill Industries of Central Florida (GICF) has forged a new partnership with Resupply, a veteran-owned and operated company specializing in pickup services for furniture, appliances, and other household items. Resupply simplifies the donation process by offering pickup services for … Read more
Whether you’re buying a house, planning for retirement or setting your sights on a college diploma, many of the biggest milestones in life are also the biggest financial decisions. But the roadmap to reach those goals isn’t going to be the same for everyone. What is Financial Health? Financial health is about more than saving … Read more
DIY Costumes Halloween season is upon us and that means it’s time to dress up. Today, more and more people are choosing to embrace DIY costumes. A survey conducted by LoveCrafts.com in 2020 polled 1,500 Americans and found that 65% preferred making a costume to buying a pre-packaged ensemble at a big box store. Making a costume … Read more
Many people know Goodwill as a place for thrifting, but for Arnold Sanchez it is so much more. After a long career in the for-profit sector of thrift-retail industry, Sanchez finally decided that he wanted to impact people and community. So, in March 2020, he took a leap of faith and joined the Goodwill team … Read more
Goodwill Industries of Central Florida recently launched a new program called Operation GoodJobs with the goal of serving the needs of homeless military veterans. With a grant of about $128,000 from the U.S. Department of Labor, Goodwill Industries has set a goal of training and matching 120 veterans with suitable jobs at Goodwill or other … Read more
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