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Even when objects no longer serve their original purpose, they can be repurposed into something useful. Even the most unlikely items can be upcycled. All it takes is a bit of creativity.

The annual Commander Navy Installations Command (CNIC) culinary arts competition was held at Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois. Seven teams consisting of three members from Navy Galleys across the U.S. and overseas participated.

The CNIC Competition is a culinary arts competition for shore-based Navy Galleys. After taking a two-year break due to COVID-19, this is the eleventh year of the CNIC competition and the seventh year that Naval Station Great Lakes will host.

Goodwill is proud to congratulate Cherie Hill-Mayers for being selected by SourceAmerica as the 2022 Evelyne Villines Award winner. The Evelyne Villines Award honors an individual with a disability who has advanced from work on an AbilityOne contract into management.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we are pleased to recognize the evolution of the collaborative relationship between Goodwill and Convergence Resource Center (CRC), an ongoing partnership since 2018.

For many years Goodwill has partnered with the American Red Cross chapters in Wisconsin and Greater Chicago, helping support people during a time of need.

Goodwill worked in partnership with The Dominican Center to host their Earn and Learn Program participants for a day of education at the James O. Wright Center for Work and Training

Goodwill took part in the Beautiful Questions project which was created to connect with older adults who may have limited interactions with others. Drivers for Goodwill’s meal delivery program distributed Beautiful Questions postcards as part of their daily routes.

Goodwill is proud to announce that Lysander Jones, janitor at Goodwill Great Lakes has been selected by SourceAmerica as the 2021 William M. Usdane Award winner.

Goodwill Industries of Metropolitan Chicago will open a store & donation center in Melrose Park, Illinois.

Goodwill is highlighting the important work being done by employer partners like The Milwaukee Bucks around mental health awareness. The organization has worked with Goodwill’s Individual Placement and Support (IPS) team.

With the employment outlook bright in many areas, workers both young and old are preparing to reenter the workforce. Here are six things to consider if you’re looking to reenter the workforce.

Mental health is an important part of a person’s overall health. In the workplace, when employees prioritize their health and well-being, everyone benefits.

While shopping secondhand may not completely offset the harm that the fast fashion industry is causing to our environment, reducing that harm even a little can have a huge impact. Each year, we keep hundreds of millions of pounds of items out of local landfills by recycling and repurposing everything from clothing to plastic toys.

Goodwill works to highlight opportunities for job training and social service offerings that help people who have been involved in the justice system find jobs and support their families and work to create safer communities.

Goodwill's chief of staff & vice president – president’s office shares career advice for women.

For over 11 years, Elizabeth has worked at Goodwill which has proven to be a very fulfilling way for her to give back to the community

Despite his new degree and a wide range of skill sets, Daniel lacked confidence in his interviewing skills and needed help securing a full-time position. See how Goodwill Employment Services helped him.

According to the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), age discrimination is identified as prejudice against individuals who are age 40 and up.

People-first language places the emphasis on the person rather than their level of ability. The use of people-first language can help support those around us and provide a greater sense of well-being in our communities and workplaces.