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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
Before connecting with Goodwill through our partnership with the Ohio Department of Health, Adelina Mullins and her family were experiencing homelessness, living in a hotel room and struggling to find stability.
Johnny is a participant in the Morrow County Youth Program – Edge, funded by Morrow County Job and Family Services and facilitated by Marion Goodwill. He first learned about the program through his grandmother, who encouraged him to join to help…
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.
