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My Story: Dakota McLaughlin

Posted on June 20, 2023 (June 21, 2023) by Vanessa Cardoni

Dakota McLaughlin experienced significant challenges growing up. His mother passed away when he was young, and he was also bullied at school, especially when he came out as gay, which often left him feeling alone. After experiencing domestic violence from a family member, Dakota felt safer leaving home, even though he had nowhere else to go. “I dropped out of school and ended up homeless,” Dakota said. “I fell in with the wrong crowd and started using methamphetamines. My life quickly spiraled out of control.”

Last Minute Father’s Day Starter Pack for Your Favorite Mets Baseball Fan

Posted on June 16, 2023 by Vanessa Cardoni

Father’s Day is just around the corner. It’s so close, in fact, that even with expedited shipping, any gift you order online won’t be able to come in time. But! If you haven’t found the perfect gift for a sports loving dad you’ve come to the right place. If your dad is a die-hard sports fan, or specifically, a New York Mets fan like mine, there’s no better way to celebrate than by giving him a thoughtful and unique gift that he can use all year to represent his favorite team. The best part about it? Especially if you live in the same area as your dad’s favorite team, you won’t need to depend on unreliable shipping to get what you need. Instead, check out the second-hand treasures at Goodwill to find the perfect present for dad.

Join the Affordable Connectivity Week of Action

Posted on June 15, 2023 (June 15, 2023) by Vanessa Cardoni

The lack of affordable high-speed internet service in many households has made it difficult for millions of Americans to access virtual learning, find jobs, and participate in the digital economy. Data from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration shows that about one in five U.S. households have no home internet connection. Moreover, historically underserved populations and communities are most acutely impacted by the nation’s digital divide. The Pew Research Center finds that around 40 percent of adults with lower incomes do not have home broadband service or a computer, one quarter of black teenagers say they are at least sometimes unable to complete their homework due to a lack of digital access, and 25 percent of adults ages 65 and older report never going online.

Skills-Based Hiring for Justice-Involved Citizens

Posted on June 14, 2023 (June 14, 2023) by Vanessa Cardoni

This blog covers the emergence of skills-based hiring and how it benefits job seekers with criminal backgrounds. What is skills-based hiring? What are alternative credentials? To learn more, keep reading.

Thrifted Graduation Outfit Inspiration: Stylish, Sustainable, Smart

Posted on June 9, 2023 by Vanessa Cardoni

Women wearing a white dress standing outside

Graduation is a major milestone moment in our lives, bringing one chapter to a close and starting of another. It’s a day full of excitement, joy, and a sense of accomplishment. Years of studying have come to an end, and it is finally time to celebrate – you did it! Graduation should be stress-free so you can focus on all you’ve achieved, and so should selecting the perfect outfit to wear for the big day. With an eye towards sustainability and a little bit of creativity, you’ll be able to find a stylish, budget-friendly outfit that feels like you if you shop second hand at Goodwill.

Tell Congress to Support Charitable Giving

Posted on June 8, 2023 (June 9, 2023) by Vanessa Cardoni

A group of bipartisan lawmakers including Reps. Blake Moore (R-UT), Danny Davis (D-IL), Michele Steel (R-CA) and Chris Pappas (D-NH) recently introduced the Charitable Act (HR 3435) in the House. An identical version of the Senate bill (S 566), the bill would allow all taxpayers, including non-itemizers, to deduct up to one-third of the value

The Goodwill Price Point Challenge is the Perfect Rainy Summer Day Activity

Posted on June 2, 2023 by Vanessa Cardoni

Box of a 1,000 Piece Puzzle showing a purple flower in a basket

Rainy summer days don’t need to be spent staring out the window wishing for better weather. Instead, they’re the perfect time to get creative and plan for a time when the sun will come out! There are so many different ways to do this, using the extra time indoors to meal prep for the week, catch up on laundry, clean out that drawer in the kitchen that always seems to be overflowing, but you can never find what you need in there in the moment. One of my favorite rainy day activity treats is to take a trip to my favorite Goodwill store and conduct my own “Price Point Challenge.”

Debt Ceiling Crisis Averted

Posted on June 2, 2023 by Vanessa Cardoni

A picture of the capital building in Washington, DC

After weeks of negotiations between President Biden and Speaker McCarthy, Congress passed the Fiscal Responsibility Act days before the June 5 deadline for defaulting on the US debt limit.

What Are Stackable Credentials, and Why Are They Beneficial?

Posted on May 31, 2023 by Vanessa Cardoni

The domino effect is built by climbing the stairs on a wooden staircase lined with steps.

This career blog dives into the fascinating world of stackable credentials and the vast benefits that can result from pursuing them. In the ever-changing job market, stackable credentials can be essential for individuals looking to start or advance their careers. What are stackable credentials? What are the benefits of stackable credentials? Join us for part 1 of this 3-part blog series as we explore the stackable credential world and see how they can be the key to new opportunities.

Memorial Day Outfit Inspiration

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Vanessa Cardoni

A striped blue and white tank top and a metallic flat.

With Memorial Day falling on a Monday this year, the official kick off of summer may seem more like a soft launch. But with a loud outfit that shows your patriotic spirit and self-expression, you can head into a summer full of warm weather, beach days, and barbeques in style. Whether your summer goals are to travel to a new destination, finally make the first move and go on that date you’ve been dreaming of, or to live it up with your friends in your favorite city, these Memorial Day Weekend outfits can be repurposed throughout the coming months and make any occasion special.

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