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What happens when you hand a group of creative teens a thrifted jacket and a week to transform it? You get bold, unexpected and seriously impressive designs.

Employers can have a significant impact on their employees' mental and physical health. There is a clear relationship between employee mental health and workplace productivity. Through our work with the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Program, we have discovered 5 keys to ensuring a workplace supports employee mental health.

Did you know that most employers receive 250 applications for every job they post? If you’ve never written a resume or aren’t sure how to make your resume stand out, don’t worry. Goodwill Workforce Connection Centers can show you what makes a good resume and provide resume writing help. Resume writing services are free, all you have to do is make an appointment.

We know that going through your closet can feel a little overwhelming, but rest assured—spring fashion is all about having fun and embracing fresh starts! Here are a few tips to make the most of your next visit to Goodwill and maximize your shopping experience.

Natasha came to the Goodwill Workforce Connection Center in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood determined to find a job that would build a better future for herself and her three children. After only two months of career services, Natasha met her goal, landing a full-time job as a lead phlebotomist with a local facility.

Goodwill accepts a wide variety of items as donations. We are often asked about donations of certain items. Here are some of the most common questions we are asked about donating to Goodwill.

Whether you served our country for a few years or a few decades, transitioning to the civilian workforce can be challenging. Jodi Allen, Director Staff Operations & Quality at Goodwill Great Lakes offers four tips on how to effectively translate your military experience into a civilian resume.

Goodwill receives donations of “Tiffany” jewelry regularly. To ensure we do not misrepresent fake Tiffany jewelry as real, we inspect each piece. Here's what we look for when we're trying to spot fake Tiffany jewelry.

When Litzi joined the Empower Youth program, she felt lost. Thanks to the Empower Youth program, she has achieved both her CNA and CPR certifications and is now a patient care technician.

Teens looking for their first job face unique challenges. These six interview tips can help you (or your teenager) succeed in their first job interview – and beyond!

Did you know that in addition to donating your used clothes, books, electronics, and toys, Goodwill accepts donations of cars and other vehicles? Donating a vehicle to Goodwill is easy and proceeds from the sale of your vehicle are used to fund job training and placement programs that help people find and keep jobs. Here’s what you need to know to make a charitable car donation to Goodwill.

At Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago, we often receive generous donations of watches and other jewelry items. Before we sell a luxury timepiece in one of our Goodwill online shops, we carefully inspect each watch to ensure we are describing it realistically. Here’s some of what we look for when we evaluate fake vs real watches.

Although Ricky has been employed for several years, he wanted to work on his communication, reading and writing skills. Goodwill’s THRIVE program helped him achieve his goals.

Goodwill Workforce Connection Centers can help you with your interview prep. Make sure you are ready to do your best with these 5 tips from our career counselors. They can help you ace the interview and get the job offer you want.

When shopping for vintage jewelry, it’s important to understand what you are buying. If you are interested in vintage or antique costume jewelry for sale, here’s what to look for.

Kenosha Christmas Charities, Inc. and Goodwill provide seasonal and holiday coat and toy donation events.

Recycling your old cell phone with Goodwill is easy, secure and helps fund job training and placement programs in your community.

Online thrift shopping for diamond jewelry combines the thrill of discovering one-of-a-kind jewelry finds with the convenience of shopping at home. However, if you don’t know the difference, you might buy a cubic zirconia or lab-grown diamond, thinking it is a natural diamond.

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), Goodwill hosted a Workforce Development Leadership Forum in Milwaukee. The event featured a panel discussion where Goodwill leaders shared advice for employers interested in tapping into this eager and prepared workforce.

With determination—and the support of the United For Good program—Eva has found a pathway to independence, stability and a career that aligns with her dreams.