Emma has been an important part of our team at the Coeur d’Alene Goodwill store for eleven years. She is employed through Goodwill’s Extended Employment Program. This program helps people who need support with on-the-job skills and training. A Sudden Setback: Emma Faces Homelessness In 2023, Emma faced a big challenge. Her apartment flooded and […]
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After being forced into early retirement due to health concerns, Ray had to close his business and struggled financially. Living off his Social Security wasn’t enough to comfortably live. Goodwill’s Supportive Services for Veteran Families program helped Ray into stable housing and helped him gain more of his veteran benefits. Read his success story and learn how Goodwill can help you, too.
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When life got really hard for Renee, she didn’t give up. First, she lost her husband. And then her doctor told her she had stage 3 cancer. Things were tough, and she ended up living in her car. Renee knew she needed help. So, she decided to move to Spokane to start fresh. Seeking Help
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Sage struggled with a lot of stress, threats of eviction, and no money for food. It seemed impossible for them to find a job that would accommodate them. They felt lost, not knowing where to turn. But then Sage found help at Goodwill through the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) program. Sage went to Goodwill
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Meet Dan, a dedicated member of Goodwill’s Retail Operations Team. He wanted to do more for his team and grow as an individual. So, he started his journey to develop his skills and knowledge. He discovered the Digital Literacy program and found something that sparked his interest. He learned about The Google Digital Career Accelerator
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“I’ve got a place to lay my head that I can call my own. That’s huge for me!” -Tim A Turning Point: Tim’s Release From Prison After spending 22 years behind bars, Tim’s release from prison marked a turning point in his life. But he struggled to find stable housing upon his release. With no
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In 2015, Tony moved to Spokane, Washington, looking for a fresh start. But things didn’t go as planned. He found himself battling addiction and homelessness. Feeling lost and alone, he didn’t know where to turn for help. Then a close friend of his referred him to Goodwill, and that’s where everything changed. The Power of
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Amanda is an amazing person who proves that disabilities don’t limit who you are. Even though she is nonverbal and has difficulty with some things, Amanda’s personality is still bright and shines through. She’s funny, smart, and has a family that loves her very much. Amanda reminds us that it’s important to be proud of
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Noah was fresh out of high school and looking for his first job. He was ready to begin his path in the workforce. But he didn’t know what he wanted to do. Finding a job that matched his skills and goals felt overwhelming to him. He needed help. So, he found help from Goodwill’s job
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Shane had a difficult time throughout his life, moving from state to state and struggling with substance abuse. He struggled with substance abuse for a long time. Then one day, he decided to make the jump and begin his recovery. A Path to Recovery Shane found a place to live in a recovery housing program,
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