It's Our Opportunity to Thank You! Thanks for Giving Contest During November for Donors
During the month of November, Goodwill would like to take the opportunity to say thank you to supporters and donors. To show our appreciation, we are having a month-long Thanks for Giving Contest. Goodwill Donation Centers, located at stores and throughout the community at the Attended Centers, will be providing information on the contest in November throughout the 35 county, 14 city service area in Central, Southwest, and Southside, Virginia.
A Breakfast to Help More People Find Their Path to Brighter Futures
Goodwill Fundraising Event Marks Its 6th Year
Goodwill Industries of the Valleys hosted the 6th Annual Working for Independence Fundraising Breakfast on Wednesday, October 30th at the Hotel Roanoke. More than 260 people attended the event, which highlighted the impact that donors to Goodwill are having on the lives of individuals in our community. This year's event theme was "Brighter Futures" and highlighted the successes of Carol and Sarah who participated in Goodwill training and employment programs as well as Wyatt who participates in Discovery Services Day Support programming.
Goodwill Industries of the Valleys Celebrates 88 Years
October 10th Marked the 88th Anniversary of Your Goodwill
Your local Goodwill recently celebrated its 88th Anniversary! Founded on October 10, 1931 in Roanoke, Goodwill consisted of a cabinet and shoe shop, store, mission hall, and 32 rooms for the homeless. The first superintendent was Mr. S.L. Thomas, and he oversaw the work of 20-30 people operating a paper plant that generated about $10,000 a year.
Individuals in Rocky Mount Programs Excited About Facility Renovations
Renovations in the Discovery Services Day Support program at the Rocky Mount Jobs Campus are nearing completion. Individuals with disabilities who are served in the program will benefit from improvements to the facilities, including updated rooms and office spaces as well as a kitchen remodel. The remodel is possible because of the generous support of KOVAR, Marsh & McLennan Agency, an Anonymous donor, and the hard work of staff.
As an "old country gal" from Franklin County (as she puts it), Dr. Melva Belcher and her family didn't travel often when she was a child because of a lack of transportation. When her father bought a car and her mother learned to drive, Melva's mother made certain that they made two trips to Roanoke each year. They had to visit cousins, and they had to go to the Goodwill store on Salem Turnpike. It was at Goodwill that her family shopped for school clothing in the fall and the spring.
As we prepare to gather around the table with our families this year, it is always a great time to reflect on all that we are thankful for. This year will be remembered for a number of major events and projects that will set the direction of our organization for years to come.
