Goodwill Industries Manasota is a unique nonprofit organization that delivers a hand up rather than a hand out to many deserving individuals. Through a progressive and efficient business model, Goodwill converts donated goods into good jobs, good homes and good neighborhoods. After a summer internship with Goodwill Manasota in 1993, I quickly realized that Goodwill was more than just a place to donate your old "stuff." Rather, the organization is acutely focused on providing employment opportunities to individuals with barriers to employment. This opportunity to earn a paycheck is the foundation for self confidence, family stability and community wellness. The leadership at Goodwill has perfected the retail side of the donated good business with the sole purpose of job creation, affordable housing programs, community serice integration and other mission services. Now, as a Board Member of Goodwill Industries, I proudly serve to continue to enhance and and expand the mission services provided to deserving individuals.
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- EIN 59-2074391
- 941-355-2721
- 2705 51st Avenue East Bradenton FL 34203 USA
- www.experiencegoodwill.org
- GoodwillFL
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Goodwill Industries, Human Service Organizations, Human Services, Job Training
Mission: "Changing Lives Through the Power of Work"
Results: Goodwill Manasota is an industry-leading, 501(c)(3), not-for-profit organization that changes lives through the power of work. With the sales of donated goods and philanthropic donations, Goodwill is able to assist people with disabilities and other barriers to employment by providing job skills training and employment opportunities. In 2013, we served more than 16,000 people, placed 537 people in jobs and assisted 329 veterans as they reintegrated back into the civilian workforce. Goodwill Manasota’s economic impact back to the community is worth $81.3 million. Goodwill is one of the pioneers of the reduce-reuse-recycle movement and this past year diverted 37 million pounds out of the landfill. For more information, visit www.experiencegoodwill.org.
Target demographics: change lives through the power of work
Direct beneficiaries per year: 16,000 individuals and placed over 500 people in jobs!
Geographic areas served: Sarasota, Manatee, Hardee and DeSoto county
Programs: Free Job Connection Services, Veterans Services, ESOL and GED classes, and a multitude of other services.