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  • December 19, 2025

    Last Minute Gift Ideas

    Thrifting your holiday gifts might be one of the best well-kept secret hacks for gift giving. We decided to stop by one of our Goodwill of Central Iowa locations...

  • August 12, 2020

    A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing a Cover Letter

    Job seekers are evenly split on whether or not they take the time to submit a...

  • August 5, 2020

    First Time Thrifting Q&A: Spotlight on Jamie

    We sat down with thrifter Jamie to learn what sparked her interest in secondhand shopping and...

  • July 31, 2020

    EMPOWERING PARTICIPANTS: SPOTLIGHT ON LIZZY

    For the past year, Goodwill Job Coach Supervisor Lizzy P. has spent her days empowering participants...

  • July 30, 2020

    Top Job Boards to Find Your Perfect Job

    Job searching can be tough. Using the right job boards can make it easier. From using...

  • July 30, 2020

    The History of Goodwill of Central Iowa

    1902 Goodwill is founded by Dr. Edgar T. Helms, a minister working in Boston’s South End...

  • July 24, 2020

    Goodwill of Central Iowa Reopens Stores, Donations on Hold

    Goodwill of Central Iowa, a non-profit organization providing jobs and job training opportunities to people facing...

  • July 21, 2020

    Spotlight on Thrift Expert: Megan Evans

    Megan is the owner of As Seen on M.E., a fashion company dedicated to promoting secondhand,...

  • ILLEGAL INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
    July 21, 2020

    Can they ask me that?

    It is important to know your rights as an interviewee and employee. Some things about you...

  • July 15, 2020

    5 WAYS TO STYLE A T-SHIRT DRESS

    Summer heat is here, and so are its hottest trends. With the impact of Coronavirus this...

  • DIY PROJECTS FOR KIDS TOYS
    July 11, 2020

    Three Ideas from Avid Thrifters for Creations Your Kids Will Love

    As summer days slowly pass, it can be difficult to limit screen time and keep kids...