Posts For Tag: "community impact"
New Year, New Job Fairs
We know that many people start off the new year with aspirations to improve. Most people implement a new workout routine, try to eat healthier, or vow to save money….
Read MoreCommunities in Schools – Atlanta on the Good Works Show
Supporting Students with Communities in Schools For many students, success in school isn’t all about sheer academic ability. Obstacles outside of the school walls often contribute to a student’s ability…
Read MoreGoodwill’s Partnership with Georgia Square Mall
Goodwill of North Georgia works with more than 5,000 local employers and community partners to connect job seekers to meaningful employment each year. Georgia Square Mall, located in Athens, Georgia,…
Read MoreNo Longer Bound on the Good Works Show
Boundless Regeneration After returning home from serving in Vietnam, Marine vet Michael Harden had to overcome another enemy: a cocaine addiction. Overcoming his dependency, Harden was inspired to help others…
Read MoreSuccess Story: Alva Washington
The Road to Success For many job seekers who have experienced Goodwill’s services, stepping in the door of one of our 13 career centers is one of the biggest steps…
Read MoreGiving back to those who have given so much
Atlanta’s Veteran’s Empowerment Organization has helped more than 4,000 homeless veterans and their families find housing, job training, and supportive services. Now celebrating its tenth anniversary, the nonprofit provides a…
Read MoreDefying the Odds
When the odds seemed stacked against her, Lyric McGhee found solace in the living room of her sister’s apartment – specifically, the couch. “I had to sleep on the couch…
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 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 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…
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