Goodwill of Central Iowa

Together, We Can Make Purposeful Employment Possible for all Central Iowans.

Overcoming barriers to employment.

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Donate

Your gently-used items become an opportunity when they’re donated to Goodwill of Central Iowa. Proceeds from the sale of donated items is what funds our mission to make purposeful employment possible for all, strengthening our community and our environment.

Thrift & Shop

Thrifting with Goodwill of Central Iowa is fun and easy on any budget. Find something new-to-you and unique at Goodwill, either in our stores, our Outlet or online. You can shop in good conscience knowing that you’re making a sustainable choice – and providing opportunity for individuals in our community to find purposeful sustainable employment.

Fund

Help us increase our impact by making a financial contribution. These contributions help us create new mission programs that bring education, training and additional support to individuals in our community on their journey to employment.

Together, We Are Redefining Inclusion in the Workplace

Our impact spans over the Central Iowa area with people of all backgrounds, working together to bring brighter futures and positive environments.

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404,909 DONATIONS WERE PROCESSED IN 2022.
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1,690 HOURS OF EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT PROVIDED BY OUR JOB COACHES AND COUNTING.
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MORE THAN 18 MILLION POUNDS OF GENTLY USED ITEMS WERE DIVERTED FROM LOCAL LANDFILLS IN 2023.

Programs That Create Opportunities for Success

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Day Services

We provide a learning plan for community members with intellectual disabilities and co-occurring mental health disorders. We focus on socialization, community integration, and behaviors that promote independent living skills. This program empowers individuals to gain independence and confidence and build community.

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Skills Training

Skills Training Programs at Goodwill of Central Iowa focus on developing skills for success in the workplace. Most importantly, they focus on an individual’s growth, inspiring confidence in their ability to be successful.

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Supported Employment Programs

Together, we navigate the job application and interview process. Then, we’ll provide on-site support to accomplish goals in any workplace.

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Sustainability

By donating and shopping at Goodwill of Central Iowa, you’re helping to keep items out of our local landfills. Each item donated to Goodwill enters the “lifecycle of a donation” – where we take multiple steps to ensure each item is given a chance at a second life.

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