Our Commitment to Strengthen Communities
At Goodwill, we enhance the dignity and quality of life for individuals and families by strengthening communities, eliminating barriers to opportunity, and helping people connect to valuable employment and community resources.
Our Programs and Services
We are focused on taking a targeted approach to transform lives and communities through The Power of Work.
Workforce Development
Job training, placement support and access to resources and services that help people navigate employment challenges, prepare for the workplace and maintain employment.
Community-based Support
Supporting health, independence and economic stability by connecting people of all abilities to training, resources and support while removing barriers so they can lead more independent lives.
Helping Teens & Young Adults
Career exploration, job readiness training, sustained employment, career advancement and independence to activate and support the workforce of the future in their career aspirations.
Creating a Sense of Belonging from the Inside Out
We are guided by a steadfast belief in empowerment and inclusion, ensuring that no one is left behind. Starting with our own employees, we are cultivating a workplace where every voice matters. We strive to support our words with actions and show up in a collaborative, authentic and respectful ways. By embracing our differences and working together, we can build a more equitable and inclusive workforce where everyone can thrive while instilling hope and determination in the next generation.
Deepening Our Community Impact
We are committed to deepening our community impact in the neighborhoods we serve. We believe in the power of collective community and the difference we can make —together.
With a deep-rooted spirit of volunteerism among our more than 5,000 employees, we give back across greater Milwaukee and Chicago year-round through a variety of initiatives like our Acts of Goodwill and Goodwill Cares voucher program.
This cannot be done alone. Our long-standing partnerships with employers and community allies give us the opportunity to serve as a collective community, providing workforce development solutions and thought leadership where people need it the most.
Contributing to a Sustainable Future
We are proud to offer the community a resource to extend the life of usable goods. And we are passionate about our goal of maximizing the value of every single donation. What that means in practice is that we take a relentlessly systematic approach to keep goods out of landfills through repurposing, recycling, and as a last resort, responsible disposal. When you donate to Goodwill you are helping create jobs, strengthen families and reduce our collective impact on the planet.
Get Involved
Transform your community. Start a conversation about how you can become a partner or make a donation to impact individuals through The Power of Work.