Posts For Tag: "Atlanta"
Living Small in Atlanta
In the 1960s and 70s, the average home size was 1,600 square feet for 3.5 people. Today, houses average 2,600 square feet for 2.5 people. As houses are getting bigger,…
Read MoreSuccess Story: Kelly Ngu
A Perfect Match Step one – tap your shoes on a sticky mat to remove rogue dust. Step two – place cloth covers over your shoes. Step three – put a hair net over your hair, or…
Read MoreOpportunity ATL Hosts Job and Resource Event at Goodwill
Event Designed to Connect Youth to Employment DECATUR, Ga. – Atlanta has more than 34,000 youth who are currently not in school nor employed. Frequently referred to as “opportunity youth,” these…
Read MoreHappiness on Two Wheels
Just as they outgrow shoes and clothes, kids outgrow bikes. In fact, more than eight million bikes are outgrown every year. What was once their perfect activity companion is now…
Read MoreTheatre-To-Go on the Good Works Show
As they say, “the show must go on.” And for Atlanta’s seniors, the show continues to play, wherever those seniors may be. Theatre-To-Go provides professional live theatre and interactive experiences…
Read MoreGoodwill of North Georgia Names New Members to Executive Staff
New hires bring strategic direction and leadership to the non-profit DECATUR, Ga. – Goodwill of North Georgia announces the hires of two new members for their executive team, a sign…
Read MoreGoodwill Spotlights: Gigi’s House
Gigi’s House: providing love without strings or sacrifice Home to the world’s busiest airport, countless convention, and a burgeoning entertainment industry, Atlanta, unfortunately, provides the perfect-storm of opportunity for sex…
Read MoreGoodwill Spotlights: C3 – College Career Catalyst
Goodwill’s C3: combining college and career for long-term success With a goal of assisting 50,000 individuals this year, and placing 24,000 in jobs, Goodwill of North Georgia has all hands…
Read MoreEarthShare of Georgia: protecting the environment, one employee at a time
For EarthShare of Georgia, conservation is king. In an effort to protect the air, land, and water, the organization partners with 50 employers from across the state to raise money…
Read MoreGoodwill Spotlights: Lake Spivey/Clayton County Rotary
Transformational, long-lasting change can take some serious manpower. It needs a group of dedicated individuals, committed to a cause. It doesn’t get much more dedicated or serious than the 1.2…
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