Our Goodwill was one of five Goodwill agencies nationwide selected to receive  the 2008 "Goodwill is Good for Families” Award. We were recognized for our commitment to family strengthening, and that commitment is ongoing and includes an emphasis on financial investment in family services, human resources policies and training, and a leadership commitment from the board of directors.

Our Family Strengthening activities empower employees/clients and their families through education, support, connections, and resources within our community, as well as within our own organization.

Here are some of the benefits available to employees and clients through our Family Strengthening Program:

• Goodwill Discount cards
• Educational classes (computer, financial, community assistance programs, etc.)
• Kids Day Events
• Visiting nurse
• Health classes
• Bulletin board and email of community resources
• Goodwill food pantry
• Goodwill Cares to access donated medical supplies

Our commitment to strong families is just one more way that we are working to “bring out the best in people…”

To get a better sense of how Goodwill is helping out families, check out this "Goodwill is Good for Families" video on YouTube.