Success Stories

Meet Thereslyn Carlyle… After living and working on a farm with her family her whole life, Thereslyn Carlyle decided it was time to join the workforce. She met with her…

After losing his job, Kyshawn Smalls turned to the Goodwill Career Center in Decatur for support in finding new employment. It was there that he learned about Goodwill’s clean tech…

Scott Beam, a military veteran, faced substantial challenges upon separating from the U.S. Marine Corps. At risk of becoming unhoused, he was looking for a way to find stability and…

Meet Darius Johnson, Darius Johnson was introduced to Goodwill Career Center in Cartersville through his Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency counselor. He realized he needed to start prioritizing himself and his…

Freddie Smart was persistent during his employment journey. After being released from incarceration, he faced rejection from various job opportunities due to his criminal background. Struggling to save money and…

Trasheik Croom’s journey is a tale of ambition, determination, and personal growth. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, Trasheik moved to Atlanta with dreams of higher…

Terry Zellner was referred to Goodwill’s supportive employment services by his Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) counselor. He faced challenges with social interactions and communication, making it difficult for him…

During one of his frequent shopping trips to the Goodwill of North Georgia’s East Athens store, John noticed a sign advertising the avaialable skills training programs available at the Goodwill…

Tiffany Lee’s unwavering determination and relentless spirit in the face of daunting challenges are a poignant testament to her personal growth. Despite facing legal obstacles restricting her employment opportunities, Tiffany…

Donna Level came to a Goodwill of North Georgia information session interested in changing career paths and heading into a new industry. Despite her background in customer service and administrative…