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Stories of Success & Updates from Goodwill of Central Iowa

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  • July 24, 2026

    Back-To-School Refresh at Goodwill of Central Iowa.

    It's that time of the year again, dreaded by some parents and eagerly awaited for by others. However your Back-To-School experience is shaped, there's no denying that it can...

  • June 26, 2026

    Our Community Initiatives

    Have you ever seen a Goodwill of Central Iowa store or logo and thought about...

  • May 29, 2026

    Goodwill of Central Iowa and DMARC Food Pantry Network Team up to Fight Summer Hunger

    Des Moines, IA (May 25, 2026) – The Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) Food...

  • April 22, 2026

    Earth Day, Every Day

    Each year, on April 22nd, Goodwill of Central Iowa and people all over the world...

  • January 30, 2026

    Goodwill of Central Iowa Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for New Ankeny Retail Store and Donation Center

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ankeny, IA — Goodwill of Central Iowa celebrated the opening of its...

  • November 19, 2025

    Goodwill of Central Iowa NEW Ankeny Retail Store and Donation Center is NOW OPEN!

    NOVEMBER 18th, 2025 11:00 AM CST FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Goodwill of Central Iowa Celebrates the...

  • September 18, 2025

    Beyond The Aisles: Fall Fashion Tips

    The fall season is back, and so is the time to overhaul...

  • September 5, 2025

    Beyond the Aisles: Thrift Your Cozy Fall Decor

    Keeping your home decor up to date with the changing seasons is an easy way to...

  • Ankeny South Retail Store and Donation Center
    September 3, 2025

    Goodwill of Central Iowa Announces A Second Ankeny Retail Store and Donation Center Opening Soon

    SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 12:00 PM CST FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Goodwill of Central Iowa Announces A Second...

  • October 8, 2024

    E-commerce Expansion Supports Sustainability and Secondhand Shopping

    Retail shopping habits have shifted in the past few years due to the rise of E-commerce....

  • October 3, 2024

    Goodwill of Central Iowa Announces The Opening of A New Retail Location in Norwalk

      OCTOBER 4, 20248:00 AM CSTFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Goodwill of Central Iowa Announces The Opening of...