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Good Happens Here.

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Goodwill is not just a store or a place to donate items you no longer need. We offer education, training, and employment opportunities across our 5-county region in Ohio, empowering individuals to transform their lives through the power of work.

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Individuals Served

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Services Provided

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Store Customers

4800000

Pounds Recycled

Goodwill Services

Your purchase funds training for people in need of a second chance. Goodwill turns donations of gently used goods into jobs and new careers for our clients.

Senior Program (SCSEP)

We aid seniors through a training program to develop skills for permanent employment.

Youth Programs

We mentor youth to develop academic and workplace skills.

Workforce Development

We help individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment explore possible careers.

Online Certification Programs

We offer online instructor-led training credential opportunities in 300 courses.

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Goodwill Impact Stories

The stories behind the store. Read examples of what a person can accomplish with a strong desire to succeed and the backing of a support team.

Meet Maggie

After more than two decades of dedicated service, Maggie found herself at a crossroads. For 23 years, Maggie worked at Whetstone Industries in Mt. Gilead, supporting individuals with special needs from early intervention through adulthood. The work was meaningful, but…

Meet Jayce

For Jayce, finding a first job felt limiting. Like many young people his age, the opportunities he saw were mostly fast food or grocery bagging, work that didn’t reflect his interests or his potential. He wanted more than just a…

Meet Emily & Nicky

When Emily enrolled in Goodwill’s Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) program in December 2024, she was taking a brave first step toward independence. At the time, Emily was quiet and unsure of herself, spending much of her time at…

Meet Shane

Shane’s Story of Growth & Success Shane was referred to Goodwill through Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD). Before coming to Goodwill, he faced many challenges and often felt overwhelmed, unsure of where to find the support he needed to move…

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Good Happens Here: Crawford County Youth Finds Success Through Education and Workforce Programs

June 4, 2026

Before joining the Crawford CCMEP/Summer Youth Program, Shad had no work experience and often found himself bored at home. After hearing about the program through GOAL Digital Academy, he decided to give it a try—and it opened the door to new opportunities.
Team Purple: Celebrating the Heart of Our Mission

May 15, 2026

During Goodwill Week, Team Purple members were treated to a day of fun at Bluefusion in Marion! The event brought together mission staff, Team Lead Coaches from our retail locations, and executive staff members for a special opportunity to connect, enjoy time together, and spread goodness. More than just a team outing, the day celebrated […]
Bryce Butler Completes CU Lead Program, Strengthening Goodwill’s Community Leadership

May 13, 2026

Bryce Butler, Community Impact Manager at Goodwill, recently completed the CU Lead program through the Crawford Partnership, marking an important milestone in his professional leadership journey. Bryce was joined at the celebration by fellow Goodwill team members James Adams, Director of Workforce Development; Autumn Williams, Employment Specialist; and Matt Tway, Vice President of Community Development, […]