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  • May 13, 2024

    Goodwill Skills Training: Developing Confidence & Strengthening Abilities

    Goodwill of Central Iowa offers Skills Training Programs that go beyond just teaching industry-related skills. These programs help individuals gain confidence, enhance their abilities, and navigate the workplace professionally. This...

  • July 6, 2017

    Spider-Man: Homecoming Costume DIY

    Earlier this month, Sony Pictures and Goodwill launched a nationwide Spider-Man costume contest inspired by the...

  • June 28, 2017

    Goodwill of Central Iowa Closed Fourth of July

      All Goodwill of Central Iowa retail stores stores will be closed for Independence Day, July...

  • June 22, 2017

    Jeannie Howell: June Achiever of the Month

    From left: Jackie Norris, President and CEO; Jeannie Howell; Eric Armbrecht, counselor Each month staff...

  • May 25, 2017

    Trendy Denim DIY Tricks with Goodwill

    The world of fashion changes on a dime, but among the few constants (yes, there are some),...

  • May 23, 2017

    Goodwill of Central Iowa Introduces Additions to Leadership Team and Board of Directors

    Goodwill of Central Iowa continues to grow with new additions to its leadership team and Board...

  • May 19, 2017

    Michelle Wagner: May Achiever of the Month

    From left: Donna Small, counselor; Michelle Wagner; Jackie Norris, President & CEO Each month...

  • May 18, 2017

    Goodwill of Central Iowa Job Fair

    We invite current job seekers to join us for a Job Fair on May 25, 2017. Application and...

  • April 20, 2017

    Cynthia Madison: April Achiever of the Month

    From left: Stephanie Ask, Counselor; Cynthia Madison; Jackie Norris, President & CEO Each month...

  • April 14, 2017

    Good News Spring 2017

    Please click the cover to check out our Spring 2017 newsletter and stay up to date on all...

  • April 7, 2017

    Carol Warren meets with Senator Joni Ernst

    Carol Warren, Vice President of GICI, is in Washington, DC advocating for Goodwill! Carol & a...