Success Stories

Norcross resident Daniel Simpson visited Goodwill’s Pleasant Hill Career Center in early July 2020. He was interested in enrolling in the Forklift training program because he had warehouse experience and…

Lawrenceville resident Drosos Galouzis was working in a restaurant but was eager for a new career. He could not see himself growing in the restaurant business, especially when his brother,…

Pennsylvania native Bradley Walker made his way to Stone Mountain in 1997 in search of better job opportunities and quality of life. Shortly after relocating, he met his wife, L’Cretia,…

Rhonda Walby credits an algorithm for leading her to Goodwill.  A native Georgian, Rhonda started working in healthcare while in high school and following graduation, held positions in phlebotomy and…

Kennesaw resident Laurie Parish spent the last 10 years living with her daughter and two grandchildren. During that decade, the childcare assistance she provided was an invaluable support to her…

At 21-years-old, Tityanna Hayward was looking for her first job so that she could earn money for college. In December 2021, she was referred to Goodwill’s Decatur Career Center by…

After serving 22 years in the Army as a staff sergeant, Kroner Grant was out of work but still looking to chase his dreams. Upon returning to civilian life, Kroner…

In October 2020, Negeria Trammel walked into Goodwill of North Georgia’s Cartersville Career Center wanting to learn more about the agency’s services. She needed employment and also wanted to explore…

After a frustrating few years of inconsistent employment, Seth was feeling defeated. He wanted a job but it just seemed like things never worked out. When Seth was referred to…

After being laid off from a job in Chemistry due to the pandemic, Ponchellis used this as a sign that it was time for him to pursue a new career…