Sustainability

Sustainability is central to Goodwill’s mission. We extend the life of usable items, reduce landfill waste, and decrease reliance on new material production, thereby significantly impacting communities. Every year, Goodwill organizations across the nation support millions of people, delivering positive social and environmental outcomes. Moreover, as a key player in the modern reuse economy, we focus on reusing and recycling secondhand materials. Through these efforts, Goodwill not only provides essential services but also promotes environmental stewardship and community well-being, ensuring a more sustainable future for everyone.

Life Cycle of a Donation

You donate items to Goodwill. We accept everything from clothing and accessories to housewares, furniture and cars. Our conveniently located stores are staffed with friendly Goodwill employees who will issue a donation receipt, upon request for tax purposes.

Your donation is processed for resale and sold by Goodwill. Proceeds from the sale of your donation go towards our job training and placement programs. More specifically, $.90 of every $1 goes towards our mission!

Goodwill participants secure meaningful employment. Goodwill programs assist individuals with barriers to employment develop independence and employability skills, and become contributing members of our local workforce.