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Turn a thrifted denim jacket into wearable art with this colorful festival-inspired DIY. Learn dot painting techniques, fabric paint tips, and creative ways to personalize secondhand fashion.

This easy Father’s Day DIY transforms a thrifted wooden shelf into playful AM/PM wall decor complete with mug hooks, stenciled lettering, and custom styling details.

This beginner-friendly DIY shows how to turn thrifted flannels into custom bridal party outfits perfect for Nashville bachelorette trips, girls weekends, and wedding celebrations.

Anthony found the help he needed to get a job through a Goodwill Workforce Connection Center community access point at his local library. Now he has a job that provides training, support and promise for the future.

If you’ve been applying for jobs without getting interviews, or getting interviews without landing the job, career exploration can help. Don’t waste time applying to a long list of jobs that might not be right for you. Let us help you discover your skills and how they can fit into a career you’ll enjoy.

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.

Learn how to transform thrifted glassware into personalized chalkboard wine glasses perfect for weddings, bridal showers, bachelorette parties, and celebrations.

Natasha transforms thrifted artificial plants into vibrant outdoor decor using paint, bold color palettes, and creative design techniques inspired by tropical and Palm Springs aesthetics.

Employee stress and job burnout are challenges that affect half of all workers. Goodwill’s IPS team provides insights into how employers can help their employees face and overcome the challenge of job stress.

Inspired by the Met Gala and childhood quilting traditions, this creative project transforms thrifted materials into a couture-inspired quilt that celebrates storytelling through fabric.

Looking for affordable wedding decor? Learn how to transform a thrifted vase into a textured, modern floral centerpiece with this easy DIY tutorial.

Planning a wedding on a budget? Learn how to create custom wedding signs and decor using thrifted finds with this elegant, beginner-friendly DIY tutorial from Morgan.

Looking for a creative handmade gift? Learn how to turn thrifted glass bottles into beautiful painted olive oil dispensers with this beginner-friendly DIY from Cheryl Anderson, The Dotting Chick.

Looking for affordable wedding decor ideas? Learn how to transform thrifted boxes into custom wedding card boxes with paint, texture, and simple DIY techniques.

Looking for an easy, creative DIY? Inspired by UWM’s annual terrarium event, this guide shows you how to build your own using thrifted glassware and simple materials.

Bought jeans that fit everywhere except the waist? This step-by-step guide shows you how to take in the waist using darts—perfect for beginners and thrifted finds.

Looking for thrifted wedding ideas? Meet our Thrifted Ever After winners and see how couples are using secondhand decor, vintage fashion, and sustainable wedding style to create meaningful celebrations.

Discover the most effective questions to ask at the end of an interview. Learn how to gauge role clarity, team dynamics, company culture, growth opportunities, and impact with practical examples

Donating to Goodwill is one of the easiest ways to give your items a second life while supporting job training and community programs. Here’s everything you need to know—from what to donate to how the process works.

Learn how to create a custom rockabilly-inspired outfit using thrifted pieces, simple DIY tailoring, and creative experimentation. This step-by-step guide shows how to transform secondhand finds into a one-of-a-kind festival look—no perfection required.