Before coming to Goodwill, Terrell was having a hard time finding a job. He really wanted to find a job before summer started. The job search was hard. He struggled to find work that fit his schedule and needs. He felt lost and was not confident about job options. When Terrell started working with Goodwill, he received support that helped build his confidence and look into new […]
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A few years ago, Erin’s life felt like it was falling apart. She didn’t have a safe place to live when she learned that she was pregnant. She was finding shelter in a car that barely worked. It wasn’t safe to drive, and some windows were missing. Just trying to survive each day took every
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Brianna faced many challenges before coming to Goodwill. She struggled with addiction and other troubles. Her turning point came when the Grant County Community Court Program referred her to Goodwill for housing support. At the time, she was living in a women’s and children’s home, where she was safe. But she hoped for a place of her own.  She wanted a fresh start.  Goodwill’s Foundational Community Supports program (FCS) helped Brianna
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We want veterans and their families to know they are not alone. Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) is here to help veterans who are homeless or worried about losing their housing. SSVF is Goodwill’s program for veterans and their families. We support veterans who are homeless or at risk of losing their housing. Our
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Before Alicia found the support she needed, she was searching for a job that felt right. She tried a couple of part‑time positions, but none of them seemed to fit who she was or what she hoped for. She wanted a place where she could learn, grow, and feel comfortable being herself. When she finally
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Before coming to Goodwill, Gigi was in a very bad place in her life. She was struggling with addiction and did not have stable housing or income. She only focused on getting through each day. It was hard for her to plan for the future or believe change was possible. Gigi knew she needed help, but she did not have the support or resources
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This Goodwill Week, we are proud to honor volunteers who continue to give their time, care, and heart to our mission. One of those people is Erik Clausen, our Volunteer of the Year. Erik used to work at Goodwill as an Employment Specialist. During that time, he also worked closely with the Group Supported Employment (GSE) team. He built strong
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For many years, Trisha struggled with addiction and homelessness. She moved between the streets, treatment, short periods of recovery, and relapse. When she left treatment, not having a place to live or money made it hard to stay on track. The last time Trisha completed treatment, she knew she wanted something different. She reached out to Goodwill’s
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During Goodwill Week, Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest is proud to celebrate Helping Hands Ministry for the care and support it gives to people in need. Helping Hands works closely with Goodwill to help people feel welcomed and prepared as they start new chapters in their lives. Lupe, who started Helping Hands Ministry, works with
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Before coming to Goodwill, life was not very exciting for Danny. After high school, he spent most days watching TV and going to church on Sundays. He felt bored and lonely and wanted something more meaningful to do. Danny needed a place where he could feel useful, make friends, and build a better life. That
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