In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM), Veanetta shared how she went from working an assembly line job that was destroying her body and quality of life to now regaining her health and working a fulfilling job through Goodwill.

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) has announced the temporary closure of its retail location at 412 Sulphur Springs Road in Greenville, SC on November 23, 2024. The closure will allow for a comprehensive renovation, transforming the site into the new Upstate Clearance Center, expected to open in mid-December.

From soldier to struggling civilian, Anthony Smith's journey took him through dark times. After facing homelessness and battles with addiction, he found a lifeline through Goodwill's Homebound Heroes program, helping him turn his life around when he needed it most.

Richard Chrysler, a proud U.S. Navy veteran, found himself in unchartered waters after his military service, battling unexpected setbacks that put his family at risk. Laid off and facing prolonged unemployment, Richard feel months behind on his mortgage - until a foreclosure notice landed on his doorstep, threatening to turn his family's struggle into a battle for survival.

Eric Heaton, a U.S. Army Veteran, encountered significant challenges after returning to civilian life. The shift from military structure to civilian independence weighed heavily on him, leading to isolation and depression. In his struggle to cope, Eric turned to alcohol, which ultimately brought him into contact with law enforcement and a period of incarceration. Upon release, he found himself without a home or support network, facing a daunting road to recovery and stability.

Chandra’s story is one of resilience and transformation. After his military service, he found himself navigating the challenges of civilian life alone, eventually facing homelessness. For a time, hope seemed distant, but with the help of Goodwill, he found a pathway to rebuild his life, rediscover stability, find purpose, and build a renewed sense of possibility.

Meet Yari. She is the Manager of SecondStory. Over the past several weeks, Yari has been carefully curating a selection of books for our bookstore, which is opening in just two weeks! Learn more about Yari and get a sneak peek of SecondStory.

'Tis the season to spread "Goodwill to All!" Over the past 12 days, we have enjoyed introducing you to Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 11: Damarya, once on a troubled path due to justice involvement and peer pressure, found a turning point with the help of Goodwill’s LIfeLaunch Program.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 10: Kristian journey with Goodwill began as a Pathway Home Program participant, seeking a brighter future. Motivated to create positive change after release from incarceration, she discovered the Second Chances Welding Apprenticeship through the Careers Plus Program at Goodwill.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 9: Aaron walked through the doors of the Anderson, SC Goodwill with a dream – to obtain his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). In April 2023, he embarked on his journey by enrolling in the CDL course offered by Goodwill.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 8: Larissa’s journey with Goodwill has been nothing short of transformative. As a single parent facing the challenges of long-term unemployment, she found herself entangled with the law and on the brink of homelessness. However, her story took a positive turn when she found support from her local Goodwill.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For the next 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 7: Mark spent most of his life doing manual outdoor labor, but eventually found himself on the brink of homelessness. Despite his experience, he faced the challenge of finding work that was both background friendly and suitable for his age.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For the next 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 6: Feeling overwhelmed by disadvantaged conditions, Mattilda believed she could not make ends meet. Fortunately, her journey took a positive turn with the support and motivation from Goodwill.

’Tis the season to spread “Goodwill to All!” For the next 12 days, we will be highlighting Goodwill program participants whose faces and voices tell a story of opportunity, hope, love and perseverance. DAY 5: Akera’s journey from the challenges of single parenthood, unemployment, and legal involvement to success is truly inspiring.