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Every two years, the Virginia Goodwill Network does a study on the economic and fiscal impact* of Goodwill. The study is done by the Elliot D. Pollack & Company and results are shared with the public through our economic impact statements. 

The  2015 results are in and Goodwill Industries of the Valleys had a $476.5 million economic and fiscal impact on its 31 county, 13 city service area in Virginia. The study looks at the 4,261 individuals that Goodwill placed into jobs last year and the impact that those jobs have on the economy. These numbers are in comparison to a $236.9 million economic and fiscal impact in 2013. The substantial economic impact growth is a result of Goodwill helping more people find job in growth industries throughout the area.

"The impact that Goodwill has on our communities has continued to grow significantly over the last five years," states Bruce Phipps, President and CEO of Goodwill. "The report showcases the enormous financial impact that Goodwill is having on our region through the training and employment programs and the ability we have to help people find work. We will continue to seek to better leverage our economic development efforts to move that to an even greater social impact. We strive to see individuals improve their lives and their ability to build long term careers."

This impact is being recognized nationally as the Goodwill brand was ranked #1 in a 2016 Brand World Value Index Survey, commissioned by  Enso, a mission-driven marketing agency based out of California. The news debuted this week in a  Fast Company Magazine article and contains visuals of the top rankings of all of the brands.

To learn more about the lives that Goodwill Industries of the Valleys has impacted, click here.

* Economic impact analysis examines the regional implications of an activity in terms of three basic measures: sales or output, earnings, and job creation. Fiscal impact analysis evaluates the public revenues and costs created by a particular activity and its effect on State, County, and local governments. 

For more information on Goodwill's impact, contact:
Elizabeth Milne, Marketing and Community Relations Manager
Office: (540) 581.0620 ext. 174 | Cell: (540) 613.2481

BGoodwill Now Accepting Applications for GoodCare Healthcare Training (All Areas)
 
Goodwill Industries of the Valleys is now accepting applications for GoodCare. GoodCare is a free healthcare training program. Through a partnership with Community Colleges and Adult Education or Literacy Programs, participants will benefit from supportive services, life skills, education, training, and assistance to obtain employment in the healthcare industry. Individuals served will enter an in-demand occupation and have the opportunity to grow and advance their career through healthcare pathways. GoodCare will serve individuals who are TANF recipients, as well as other low income individuals.
 
Participating community colleges include: Blue Ridge and Piedmont Virginia. Additional partners include multiple businesses in the healthcare sector and adult education programs throughout the service area. GoodCare will also advance Virginia's professional learning community, expand regional partnerships, and improve the regional Workforce systems. 

GoodCare partners will work together on outreach and recruitment to include TANF recipients and other low-income individuals who would not otherwise have access to training. One GoodCare student recently said, "I am grateful and excited to be a part of the GoodCare program. It has given me the opportunity to rise above obstacles and given me a brighter future."
 
Funding for the program is provided by Health Profession Opportunity Grants from the United States Department of Health and Human Services. 
 
 
For more information on Health Profession Opportunity Grants,  click here.
 
For information on GoodCare, contact: 
Elizabeth Milne, Marketing and Community Relations Manager
Office: (540) 581.0620 ext. 174  |  Cell: (540) 613.2481 

*HPOG is a study funded by the federal government which is being conducted to determine how these training opportunities help people improve their skills and find better jobs. During the study, all new eligible applicants will be selected by lottery to participate in these training opportunities. Not all eligible applicants will be selected to participate in these opportunities.
This document was supported by Grant 90FX0038 from the Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HHS .
CGoodwill Provides Opportunities for Older Workers to Receive Training to Re-Enter the Workforce (All Areas)

Goodwill Industries of the Valleys operates the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), which is the only federal workforce program to help seniors with a low income re-enter the workforce. The program is administered by the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration through grant agreements with the state and eligible organizations such as Goodwill. 

Through SCSEP, Goodwill provides part-time employment and training in community service positions for individuals 55 and older. Benefits of the program include a free physical, paid part-time community service training, and assistance finding a non-subsidized full or part-time job. 

"Goodwill is a great organization," states  Charles Johnson. "They care. If you are having difficulties, there is someone there to listen and help. Goodwill gave me the opportunity to change my life."

To participate in SCSEP, individuals must be 55 or older with a low-income, or unemployed and eligible to work in the United States.

For more information about SCSEP,  click here.

For more information about SCSEP, contact:
Elizabeth Milne, Marketing and Community Relations Manager
Office: (540) 581.0620 ext. 174 | Cell Phone: (540) 613.2481

DGoodwill's 2015 Community Impact Report is Now Available Online (All Areas) 

The 2015 Goodwill Community Impact Report, which is now available online, showcases the stories of six individuals who participated in Goodwill programs. Individuals such as Charles, and older worker from Waynesboro, who needed assistance finding a job.

The report also includes organizational outcomes that impact not only individuals, but communities, businesses, and the environment as well. The report includes interactive elements such as video and photos of other individuals who have been impacted through the work of Goodwill.
 
 
For more information on 2015 Community Impact Report, contact: 
Elizabeth Milne, Marketing and Community Relations Manager
Office: (540) 581.0620 ext. 174  |  Cell Phone: (540) 613.2481

EGoodwill Provides Job Seeker Services to Help the Community Get Back to Work (All Areas)
 
Goodwill hosts a variety of Job Seeker Services to help individuals in the community get back to work and improve their employment opportunities. Among these services are a variety of computer classes, workshops, job clubs, and job fairs. All events are free and open to the public with prior registration.
 
Events take place in Staunton, Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, and Waynesboro and include:
  • Job Fairs
  • Computer Classes
  • Job Seeker Workshops
  • Job Clubs
  • And More
For a schedule of upcoming Job Seeker Services and Classes,  click here.

For more information on Job Seeker Services contact:
Elizabeth Milne, Marketing and Community Relations Manager 
Office: (540) 581.0620 ext. 174  |  Cell Phone: (540) 613.2481

FUpcoming Photo and Video Opportunities (All Areas)
 
Upcoming Goodwill Events:

Job Fairs at Charlottesville Workforce Center:
2211 Hydraulic Road, Charlottesville.
For more information,  click here .
  • June 8th, 11am - 2pm, Hiring Event
  • June 24th, 9am - 1pm, Hiring Event
Job Fairs at Harrisonburg Career Connection:
2025 East Market Street, Harrisonburg
  • June 8th, 10am - 3pm, Staffmark
  • June 22nd, 10am - 3pm, Staffmark
Job Fairs at Staunton Career Connection:
1104 Greenville Avenue, Staunton
  • June 7th, 10am - 3pm, Randstand

For more information on upcoming events, click here.

For more information on Photo and Video Opportunities contact:
Elizabeth Milne, Marketing and Community Relations Manager
Office: (540) 581.0620 ext. 174  |  Cell Phone: (540) 613.2481

General Goodwill Information

Goodwill Industries of the Valleys, a United Way partner organization headquartered in Roanoke, serves 31 counties and 13 cities in the New River, Roanoke, and Shenandoah Valleys. Its mission is to help people and families in our community achieve a better life through work and independence. In 2015, Goodwill assisted over 45,000 individuals and in this difficult employment market placed nearly 4,300 people into jobs in our community. 

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Goodwill Mission:
Helping people and families achieve a better life through work and independence.

Goodwill Vission:
Through the work of Goodwill, people will have the opportunity to achieve their greatest potential.