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  • May 1, 2024

    Andrew’s Story: Lending A Helping Hand

    Obtaining and maintaining a job can be challenging and daunting for individuals with intellectual disability barriers. It requires a great deal of hard work, perseverance, and dedication. However, the rewards...

  • 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...

  • April 6, 2017

    Good Turn Day

    Jackie Norris, President & CEO, and her son Hunter are ready for Good Turn Day! Last...

  • April 3, 2017

    Boy Scouts Donation Drive

    The Boy Scouts have partnered with Goodwill Industries of Central Iowa for their annual "Good Turn Day"....

  • March 20, 2017

    Larry Wilken: March Achiever of the Month

    From left: Cole Schinkel, Counselor; Larry Wilken; Carol Warren, Vice President Each month staff members at...