Impact Stories

After 22 years of working at a local phone company, Jackie’s position was unexpectedly eliminated. At 40 years old, with a college degree, she found it challenging to land another job.

Lana’s journey is a testament to resilience, showing how life can change in an instant—and how organizations like Goodwill can make all the difference.

After graduating from high school, Brandon found himself unemployed and uncertain about his next steps. Recognizing the need to take action, he decided to search for a job.

Arielle was short on confidence when starting a new job search last year, as many people are following a layoff. Today, she’s a valued member of the Meijer team in Marion.

Jill’s daughter referred her to Goodwill and the Senior Community Service Employment Program.

Justin knew that he needed to make some changes in his life, so he started by moving from Mt. Vernon, Ohio to Marion, Ohio.

Katelynn came to Goodwill through our partnership with Ohio Means Jobs – Morrow County. She is a participant in the Morrow County E.D.G.E. Program.

Taylor was 3-months pregnant and evicted from her apartment when she enrolled in the homeless youth program.

Bret was diagnosed with a learning disability between the ages of five and six.

Emma came to Goodwill through our partnership with Ohio Means Jobs – Crawford County.

Before coming to Goodwill, Kraig made some poor decisions that put him in the position of having to start over.

Tiffany came to Goodwill through our partnership with OhioMeansJobs.

Jeremy has been successfully employed at Goodwill for approximately a year and a half.

Maggie started her journey with Goodwill in our Workforce Development Program.

Sean started his journey with Goodwill as a participant in our Workforce Development Program.

Rollin came to Goodwill through our Job Development Program.

Jordan was born with spina bifida and uses a wheelchair, but that does not stop him from getting where he wants to go.