Let’s face it…when someone says the name “Goodwill”, you think about donating your old clothes or maybe getting a real bargain at one of our thrift shops. Most people THINK that’s pretty much it – just the stores and the donation centers, and that we do something good for the community as a byproduct — or something along those lines. (Good is in the name, so it must be good!) We would like to invite you to one-hour tour of the Horizon Goodwill Mission. We call this the More Than Just A Store tour because what most people think of Horizon Goodwill doesn’t encompass nearly all that we do. Our goal on these tours is to give you a firsthand experience of the mission and efforts of Horizon Goodwill. Click Sign-up for a Tour to select a tour of your choice and find out how we are More Than Just A Store!
More Than Just A Store
REMOVING BARRIERS TO WORK
MYTH:
Once an offender always an offender.
FACT:
People who make mistakes want to straighten out their lives.
NEED:
Teachers & Trainers
QUOTE:
“I knew employers wouldn’t consider me. Then I asked for a second chance and Goodwill gave me one.” -Brian
CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR EXPERIENCE
MYTH:
People are unemployed by choice.
FACT:
Most people want to work but some lack opportunity.
NEED:
More business partners, more equipment,more materials.
QUOTE:
“I didn’t think I would ever get my record expunged. With Goodwill I know now you can do anything.” -Tierra
SUSTAINING MEANINGFUL EMPLOYMENT
MYTH:
Getting a job is the end of the journey.
FACT:
Keeping a job is harder than getting a job.
NEED:
Staff of Retention and Employer Relations
QUOTE:
“I can do so much more than I knew. At Goodwill, I found what I am good at - I love helping people and bringing a smile to their face.” -Mike
Other opportunities to get involved with Horizon Goodwill’s Mission:
- Volunteer Ambassadors
- Scholarships for Job Training
- Thumb Drives
- Bus Passes
- Backpacks
- Forklift (Reach Truck)
- GED Tutors
- Mock Interviewers
- Snacks and Beverages for Get Onboard
- (1) Mobile Laptop Charging Cart
- (15) Laptops (to put in the charging cart)
- [4] Wireless Printer/Scanners (all in one)
- (4) Jobs Van (8-10 people)
- (2) 46 Inch TVs
- (4) Coffee Keurig Machines
- $20 Gift Cards (Sheetz)
