WINTER 2022

This Winter has been challenging. The ongoing pandemic and more severe winter weather than the past few years have left us in need of donations and more shoppers. Our stores and donation centers are eager and ready to accept your donations of household goods and clothing. And we look forward to seeing you in our stores shopping for treasures!

We want to share with you a few highlights from this Winter at Goodwill Industries of the Valleys. And how we are striving to eliminate poverty.

INSPIRE 2026 - STRATEGIC PLAN

Goodwill Industries of the Valleys recently put the final touches on the robust five year strategic plan. We collected real time data to craft the vision and mission for the decades ahead. Through a series of surveys, we contacted shoppers, donors, financial supporters, board members, community partners and other key stakeholders (including our own team members), to gain input and give voice to our priorities, efforts, strategy, and the future of our organization.

Using our strategic framework for the future as a guide, we seek greater financial independence and stability, to allow us to reinvest in our communities, build stronger partnerships, and maximize resources.

Building on our legacy, we are able to make a greater, longer lasting impact while we embark on an exciting new future. We are entering this transformative era inspired with renewed mission, vision, purpose, and values.

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NEW BOARD LEADERSHIP & OFFICERS

Goodwill Industries of the Valleys announced four new board members and new board officers who will each help support the organization’s work to eliminate poverty through empowering individuals, strengthening families, and inspiring communities. This brings the number of board members to 19.

Matthew Churchill from Wells Fargo continues as Board Chair. Aaron Boush, Carilion Clinic, is now Vice Chair and most recently was the board’s Treasurer. John Wood, retired from Vistar Eye Center, continues his role as Secretary. Angelia Vernon, City of Roanoke, will now be Treasurer.

The four new board members are:

Melissa Lubin, Dean of the School of Professional & Continuing Education and Chief Economic Engagement Officer at James Madison University
John Provo, Director of Virginia Tech's Center for Economic & Community Engagement
Vivian Sanchez-Jones, Member of Roanoke City Council
Sam Worthington, President of the Roanoke Region of Newspapers for Lee Enterprises

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SHOP GOODWILL FOR TREASURES

You never know what you might find at your local Goodwill store! Our team members are always getting fresh items out to the sales floor. We are in the process of updating our sales floors to better showcase all the great items we receive from our generous donors. You can even save 50% when you shop our Color of the Week. Visit your local Goodwill today to find some treasures.

If you prefer shopping from the comfort of home, you can still shop your local Goodwill! Buy now or bid to get your next great pair of designer jeans, collectible, vintage toy, or thousands of other unique items delivered right to your home. The shopgoodwill.com platform was recently updated. Go take a look at the great items listed on the even more user friendly site. We continue to offer book and media items on our other online storefronts at Amazon, Ebay, and Alibris.

When you shop in-store or online, you’re not just getting great products at amazing prices. You’re also supporting thousands of individuals throughout our service area in Virginia. Your online shopping dollars go right back into your local community.

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