Our shelves are stocked full of holiday decor as well as dozens of thrift gift ideas for everyone in your life. Come and shop today at any of our locations to wrap up your holiday shopping list!
From now through the end of December, submit a photo of you in your most festive holiday sweaters for the chance to win a $25 Gift Card and be featured on our social media! Don’t have a sweater? Try stopping by any one of our locations to see all the holiday spirit we have in stock!
Most people know that Goodwill Manasota's stores are the go-to resource for donating items and finding gently used clothing and household items at exceptional prices. But, do you know these other facts about Goodwill Manasota?
This month we are featuring Ana C. Machado Silverio’s Venezuelan Ham Bread recipe for our Team Member Recipe of the Month! Ana says this recipe is special to her because it is a Christmas tradition in her country and her family. For her, this dish brings back memories of Venezuela and Christmas dinner every year.
See what is happening in the Sarasota/Bradenton area this holiday season. There are plenty of family events, food, music, games, and tons of holiday cheer being spread right now in your backyard!
What is your favorite holiday tradition? ❄️
Giving Back to the Community πŸ’™
Holiday Baking πŸ‘©β€πŸ³
Exchanging Gifts 🎁
Decorating the House πŸŽ„
Seasonal Movies 🍿
Spending Time with People You Love πŸ‘«
December is the sprint to the holidays! With Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa back to back, we cap off the month with New Year's Eve and the countdown to the new year! Other fun notable holidays are Gingerbread House Day on December 12th and Ugly Sweater Day on the 16th. Download the calendar to find out everything that is going on throughout December!
A Donation of $1M from Sarasota Private Trust Company, New York Private Bank & Trust Company, and the Milstein Family was given to support residents affected by the storm.
What Our Customers Are Saying This Month! πŸ“£
"Love giving back to the community"
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Dan S., Goodwill Shopper - November 4
"What is not to LOVE about the Goodwill Book Store??!! Tons of books, in great condition, price and selection! Plenty of help when needed! A must-visit on every trip to Sarasota!!!"
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - J Jazz, Goodwill Shopper - November 7
"They have so much stuff and the store is organized."
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Lisa N, Goodwill Shopper - November 16
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5,346 individuals served
170 placed in jobs
381 Veterans assisted
102,608 education and training hours
212,436 pounds of food collected for food banks
57.4 million pounds diverted from landfills
$90.1 million in economic impact