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Fabian: Shop, Donate, Change a Life

Breaking Free: Fabian’s Journey from Boredom to Purpose Home-schooled and feeling trapped in a cycle of boredom, Fabian spent most of his days at home, staring at textbooks that felt like they led nowhere. He longed for something more—something real.…

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Good Happens Here: Three Stories of Opportunity at Goodwill

Goodwill is more than a retail store — it’s a place of opportunity, hope, and a pathway forward. This video shares the journeys of three individuals whose lives were changed through Goodwill’s employment programs and community support. Jackie returned to…

Derrian: Shop, Donate, Change a Life

Guided by Hope: Derrian’s Journey to a Brighter Future Derrian’s journey to a brighter future started like many others, feeling stuck and uncertain. As a single mom, she was working dead-end jobs, unsure of her future or where to start.…

Rick: Real Stories. New Lives.

The moment you drop off donations at our Goodwill, your items begin a brand new journey. That donated basketball? It helps people like Rick gain job skills and take their shot at a new career. Every donation supports local programs…

Our New Website is Now Live!

Exciting News! Our New Website is Live!  We’re thrilled to introduce GoodHappensHere.org – our newly designed website that makes it easier than ever to explore our mission, programs, services, and community impact! Check it out today and see how Good…

Good Happens Here: UDC-ERN Success Story

Good Happens Here: UDC-ERN Success Story The Union-Delaware County Employer Resource Network (UDC-ERN) is a collaborative initiative that provides an on-the-job success coach to help employees navigate work-life challenges. By addressing barriers such as financial stress and access to resources,…

Aliyah: Shop, Donate, Change a Life

Aliyah’s Journey to Stability and Self-Sufficiency The Ohio Department of Health awarded Goodwill with a grant to support homeless youth and homeless pregnant youth aged 14-24 in Marion & Morrow counties. The program’s goal is to help individuals without a…

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Marrah: Shop, Donate, Change a Life

Marrah’s Journey of Growth and Success with the E.D.G.E. Program At 14, Marrah was a shy young girl, uncertain of what the future held. However, her journey would soon take a turn with the E.D.G.E. program, funded by Ohio Means…

Developmental Disabilities Month

March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the valuable contributions and talents of individuals with developmental disabilities in all areas of community life. It’s also an opportunity to raise awareness of the barriers to inclusion that…