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  • 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 Opening of  Its New Ankeny 2 Retail Store and Donation Center Ankeny, Iowa —...

  • June 11, 2020

    Managing Different Abilities: Teresa’s Goodwill Story

    As the Marshalltown Store Manager, Teresa lives out our mission every single day by managing those...

  • June 9, 2020

    Interview Outfit Essentials on a Budget

    Whether you are preparing for an in-person or a virtual interview, it’s important to dress to...

  • FATHERS DAY GIFT GUIDE
    June 9, 2020

    Father’s Day Gift Guide on a Budget

    In case you’ve completely lost track of time right now (because who hasn’t?), Father’s Day is...

  • GOODWILL SOLUTIONS - RICK
    June 8, 2020

    Playing Up Strengths: Rick’s Goodwill Story

    Since 2007, Rick Christensen has used his talents to empower those with disabilities who work for...

  • June 5, 2020

    A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A GOODWILL JOB COACH

    Our Day in the Life series takes you behind the scenes with Goodwill of Central Iowa...

  • June 2, 2020

    5 Tips for Virtual Interviews from an HR Recruiter

    The interview process is stressful under normal circumstances. These days are not exactly normal. With a...

  • Jack's Re-entry Story
    June 1, 2020

    A Second Chance: Jack’s Goodwill Story

    Back in the warehouse at Goodwill of Central Iowa headquarters, you’ll find Jack working hard all...

  • May 27, 2020

    Sharing Her Talents: Edna’s Goodwill Story

    Managing behind-the-scenes at our Valley West location is Assistant Manager Edna Colon. Throughout the last four...

  • May 27, 2020

    Spotlight on Marie: Secondhand Supporter

    On Instagram as @WasteFreeMarie, Marie is an avid secondhand shopper dedicated to helping our home thrive....

  • May 26, 2020

    Spotlight on Thrift Shopper Alex S.

    Always sharing her latest Goodwill find, Alex Stratton is the ultimate thrift shopper. From hunting down...