Amazing Goodwill

Give toys a second life this holiday season. Donating toys to Goodwill helps fund local job programs, supports sustainability, and brings joy to families in your community.

Upcycling pro Jen Dunne turns a broken thrifted clock into a cozy fall masterpiece in this Goodwill Second Chance Studio tutorial. Follow her step-by-step guide to create your own pumpkin floral wall art—proof that even broken things can bloom again.

Goodwill Thrift Studio kicked off Arts in the Dark Chicago with The Haunted Runway, a live DIY costume contest celebrating creativity, sustainability, and secondhand style. Hosted by Suavé — professional MC/DJ and founder of Hip Hop ConnXion — and powered by DJ Ray, the event lit up State Street with music, dance, and thrifted looks. Paradegoers voted live via QR code, crowning Mad Hatter Janna as winner. The Haunted Runway proved that fashion can be fearless, sustainable, and community-powered — all 100% thrifted and 100% nonprofit.

It's officially spooky season! Whether you need a fun family costume or a unique thrifted look, here are some tips and inspiration for shopping at Goodwill for Halloween.

Need a costume in a pinch? From Kim Possible to Effie Trinket, these Goodwill finds show how to thrift five creative Halloween looks under $20—plus two easy DIY tutorials for last-minute magic.

Goodwill thrift finds just hit the spotlight! From Chicago to Milwaukee, local style experts showed how to turn secondhand treasures into fresh fall looks—on a budget.

Ever wonder what really happens when you donate clothes to Goodwill? Julie Deming, Goodwill's Director of Inventory, explains how your donations fuel programs, support sustainability and give clothing a second life.

Must-have fall fashion trends that you can build with affordable finds from Goodwill.

Kids grow fast but Goodwill makes it easy to keep up. Here are tips on how to find stylish, affordable back-to-school looks for your children.

Wondering how to tell if gold is real? Learn how to spot fake gold jewelry, test for authenticity, and find real gold treasures while thrifting at Goodwill—straight from an expert on what to look for.

As summer winds down, here are tips on how to choose thrifted fashion that lasts well beyond the season.

Summer is here and it's time to turn up the heat on your style. Here are a few tips for looking effortlessly cool all season long.

Have you ever let a cute fashion statement piece sit in your closet for too long because you didn't have anything to wear it with? Here are some tips to help you find the missing piece at Goodwill.

An authentic Louis Vuitton handbag can cost anywhere between $1,500 and $20,000 for a single bag. For this reason, fake Louis Vuitton handbags abound. If you’re considering buying a pre-owned handbag, here’s what to look for.

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.

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.

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.

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.