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Stories of Success & Updates from Goodwill of Central Iowa

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  • September 25, 2026

    Costumes for Kids With LAZER 103.3

    Goodwill of Central Iowa is constantly striving to serve our local Central Iowa community in many ways. Our mission of Making Purposeful Employment Possible for All extends far beyond...

  • September 18, 2026

    Budget-Friendly Halloween!

    It's almost our favorite time of the year, and we know it's yours too! Halloween...

  • 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...

  • 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...