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For more than 60 years, Older Americans Month (OAM) has been observed each May to celebrate the many contributions that older adults make in their communities, families and in the workforce. Led by the Administration for Community Living at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the theme for OAM 2024 is Powered by Connection, which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and connectedness have on the health, well-being, and independence of older individuals.

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On Thursday, April 18, advocates from more than 40 local Goodwills around the country — including executives, board members, program participants, and others — met with over 200 Members of Congress and staff for our annual Goodwill on the Hill event. Advocates discussed four key topics including: protecting federal funding for job-training and workforce development programs; expanding the charitable giving deduction to all taxpayers; reauthorization of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act; and the role Goodwill plays in textile recycling.

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April is Earth Month, a time to put the spotlight on the most pressing issues facing our environment and make a commitment to action that mitigates them. Earth Month is the perfect excuse to celebrate the beauty of our planet and reflect on how we are impacting it in our daily lives.

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Books are one of life’s greatest joys. Turning the pages brings you into a story, takes you on an adventure, allows you to travel and opens you up to experiences through the lens of the characters in a way that you may never have the chance to do in your own life. World Book Day is dedicated to books, authors and creativity.

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With Earth Day coming up on April 22, we’ll all be reminded to evaluate our everyday choices and consider what impact they have on the environment. There are so many ways to celebrate the beauty of the planet, like spending time walking outside, cleaning up litter or taking the time to learn about environmental issues.

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Today Goodwill advocates from around the country including organization Presidents and CEO, mission leaders, communication professionals, volunteer board members and more, will meet with hundreds of lawmakers and staff to discuss investments in America’s workers, changes to the workforce development system, the impact of tax policies on nonprofits, and Goodwills’ role in textile recycling.

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On Thursday, April 18th, Goodwill leaders, employees, board members and program participants from across the country will travel to Capitol Hill to advocate for the issues that matter most to local Goodwill organizations and the people they serve. You can help amplify our advocacy.

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Love is in the air this spring. After we turned back the clocks, the countdown began for warm weather wedding season. There’s no better way to celebrate the bride in your life than with a whimsical wedding shower, complete with a radiant spring aesthetic.

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Many people who have been involved in the criminal justice system, particularly those reentering their communities after a period of incarceration, will face challenges securing safe housing, enrolling in education and training, accessing basic services, and getting a good job.

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Holidays have a tendency to sneak up on us and sometimes finding the time to craft a personalized gift can be difficult. Easter is just around the corner, and there’s no better way to celebrate loved ones and the children in your life than with a thoughtful, affordable, and eco-friendly Easter basket that you can fill with thrifted treasures.

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After months of contentious negotiations and multiple short-term extensions, Congress has finally completed its work on Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) funding. The federal government had been operating under a series of stopgap continuing resolutions, the last of which was set to expire on March 22.

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As we commemorated Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month this March, it's essential to recognize stories of empowerment and the remarkable achievements of individuals like Dekota. His journey with Goodwill Industries of Arkansas exemplifies the transformative impact of providing opportunities and support to individuals with disabilities. 

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