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 Jackie

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.

Meet Lana

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.

Meet Brandon

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.

Meet Arielle

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.

Meet Jill

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

Meet Justin

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

Meet Katelynn

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.

Meet Taylor

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

Meet Bret

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

Meet Emma

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

Meet Kraig

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

Meet Tiffany

Tiffany came to Goodwill through our partnership with OhioMeansJobs.

Meet Jeremy

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

Meet Maggie

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

Meet Sean

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

Meet Rollin

Rollin came to Goodwill through our Job Development Program.

Meet Jordan

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