National Give Something Away Day and the Gift of a Clean Garage
July 15th is National Give Something Away Day! This observance can be traced back to 2015 and encourages individuals to embrace a spirit of generosity. Donating your time, energy or gently used household items to help others is a quick way to make the most of the day. To help you celebrate, why not get […]
Chaz Ross Success Story
By his own admission, Chaz Ross did not want to “become another statistic.” His options were limited: Chaz had been expelled from school due to behavioral issues, was staying with a friend and had limited access to transportation. His friend’s mom turned him to Goodwill and recommended the E-Squared program. E-Squared, which stands for Education […]
What is Edgar’s Bath Goods?
Goodwill North Central Texas prides itself on removing barriers to employment and changing lives through the Power of Work. Since the organization’s founding in 1949, Goodwill has served individuals with disabilities, at-risk youth, the formerly incarcerated, veterans and their families and those experiencing homelessness. One program that works with people with disabilities is the S.T.A.R.S. […]
Trimble Tech Fashion Design Upcycle Redesign Project
Trimble Tech Fashion Design II students made their way down the catwalk this spring with their “Upcycle Redesign project.” Fashion Design teacher at Trimble Tech High School Baylee Ware partnered with Goodwill North Central Texas to give these students the opportunity to show off their design skills while practicing sustainability. The partnership between Goodwill and […]
Courieen Newton Success Story
Though he was young and a bit hot-headed, Courieen Newton knew he wanted to change his life. After a family member encouraged him to seek employment and obtain his CDL license, he went to Texas Workforce Commission for assistance. He was approved for funding to attend the North Texas Institute for Career Development’s (NTI) Professional […]
Plants with a Punch
By: Jenna Isaacson Pfueller I try to be a plant mom, I really do. I want to be a plant mom. I’m just not very great at it. I’m fully aware that plants wince when they enter my home and see they’re replacing a neglected, shriveled stump of a plant that also replaced one previous […]
Pride Month Outfit Inspiration from Real Goodwill Shoppers
By: Felicia Czochanski For many, June is a month-long celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, and how far we’ve come as a society in getting them the rights and recognition they deserve. Pride Month serves as an opportunity to raise awareness to barriers that the LGBTQ+ community still faces, especially in recent months with different legislation […]
Goodwill® Unveils “New Lives” Ad Campaign will Shed Light on How Donations Create Job Opportunities
Campaign Highlights the Many Faces and Stories of the Goodwill Job Seeker Goodwill North Central Texas is excited to announce the “New Lives” ad campaign. The campaign tells a compelling story about how donations to Goodwill help change lives by providing career training, jobs and other services to individuals who face challenges accessing these types […]
Sara Williams Success Story
Sara Williams found herself in desperate need of employment. Williams, 60, and with a criminal background, knew that she had barriers to overcome in order to pay her bills. In October 2022 she was referred to Goodwill’s Denton Job Resource Center by a partner organization, United Way. The Denton team assisted her with job placement […]
These Spring Décor Trends Will Help Brighten Your Day, Every Day
By Felicia Czochanski There’s a special brightness that comes along as the seasons start to shift. Thoughts of spring often bring up more sunshine, fresh air, and even a more positive outlook. As we approach the kickoff of the new season, there’s no better way to prepare than to consider a design refresh to bring […]