In Florida, Goodwill and United Way Partner to Provide Free Tax Prep

Goodwill Manasota is partnering with United Way Suncoast to provide free tax preparation and electronic filing services in Sarasota County to households with low to moderate incomes. Until April 14, volunteers will assist with free tax preparation at Goodwill’s North Sarasota, Venice and North Port locations.

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How to Connect with a Potential Employer on LinkedIn

You might wonder if it’s appropriate to contact the hiring manager after you applied for a job, and in most cases it could benefit you to send a message over LinkedIn expressing interest about the position. However, there are several things to consider before pressing send. 

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A Higher Education Bill that’s Focused on JOBS

Access to high-quality credentialing opportunities and continued education and training beyond high school have become essential pathways to the middle class and rewarding careers for most Americans. This comes at a time when the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic have left millions of displaced workers who need to reskill to reenter a rapidly changing workforce. And for many low-income students, the ongoing crisis of affordability has created high barriers to postsecondary enrollment and completion in traditional higher education.

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Goodwill of South Central Ohio Partners with Scouts for Good Turn Day

On March 20, scouts across Ohio will be visiting Goodwill stores to earn special patches for the spring Good Turn Day, providing them an opportunity to do a “good turn” in their community by collecting used clothing, books, housewares and other items to donate to Goodwill.

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Interview Appeal: Styling Tips for Virtual and In-Person Interviews

It’s been a wild year. For lots of us (::raises hand::) that’s meant job transitions that may not have been planned. But we’re resilient like that, us Goodwill folks. Not only those of us who shop at Goodwill, but also those who gain job training opportunities from the purchases we make there. 

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Message from Steve Preston, Goodwill Industries International President and CEO

Last night, we were deeply saddened and incensed to learn of another wanton act of violence against individuals in the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. Today, we grieve and pray for healing, protection and justice and for communities to embrace the inherent and equitable worth and dignity of every individual in our society.

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How To Refresh Your Home and Wardrobe For Spring

Spring is in the air - and I think we can all agree, it’s about time! It’s amazing how a little bit of sunshine and warm weather can uplift your mood. Whether you make time to take a walk in the neighborhood during the day or simply start enjoying some fresh air in your home by opening your windows, as the last of the snow melts the spring seems to bring so many new opportunities and possibilities.

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A Time for Reflection and Celebration

The American Rescue Plan Act has passed the House and Senate, and at the time of this writing is awaiting the President’s signature. The $1.9 trillion bill includes economic stimulus funding, expansion of support for child care, rental assistance, food security, paid leave incentives, education, vaccines, and is expected to cut child poverty nearly in half. The bill also includes several provisions of importance to the charitable nonprofit sector, including local Goodwill organizations. 

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