Success Stories

Radhika spent many years working in the marketing department of a small, local travel firm. During the pandemic, travel traffic demand drastically declined. Like many others, this resulted in Radhika…

Joshua, a high-school junior, initially visited Goodwill due to his interest in the Welding Program.  While excited for the welding program, Joshua’s mother and Goodwill Training Manager thought that participating…

In June 2021, Elida Cortes was referred to Goodwill’s Decatur Career Center by her Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) counselor. At 32-years-old, Elida had never worked before and was eager…

David Weekley’s experience with Goodwill of North Georgia dates back to his teenage years, when the agency was located on Glenwood Avenue in Atlanta. While in high school, he participated…

In April 2021, Maxson Smith’s Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation  Agency (GVRA) counselor referred him to Goodwill’s Woodstock Career Center. At 22 years old, he wanted to overcome his challenges and join…

A native of the Caribbean island of Jamaica, Marilyn Williams was captured by fashion and design at the tender age of eight. Hailing from a long line of seamstresses and…

Like many retirees, Gloria Heard didn’t stay retired for long. With experience using the Athens Career Center from time to time, Gloria knew just where to go to find her…

DeKalb County resident Saryah Beard came to Goodwill in 2017, seeking an opportunity to participate in the summer internship with Old Navy, which is now known as This Way ONward….

Wanda Puig has used Goodwill’s Career Centers occasionally for the last few years. Childcare issues prevent her from seeking permanent, full-time employment; however, when she needs to find temporary opportunities,…

In March 2021, Julia Ramirez came into the Cornelia Career Center seeking help with her job search. Since Julia does not speak English, Lead Career Coach Sandy DeAza, who is…