Giving Thanks: What We’re Thankful for at Ohio Valley Goodwill
With Thanksgiving just a few days away, we’re taking a step back to express our gratitude this season at Ohio Valley Goodwill. We have plenty of reasons to give thanks, especially for the many donors, shoppers, and community partners who help us live out our mission every day.
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Goodwill’s Cycle of Success
Change lives through work and learning
At the heart of Goodwill is our commitment to providing job training and meaningful employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities. We know that a job is about more than a paycheck; it promotes confidence, independence, and community belonging. That’s why we’re proud to offer an array of services for individuals with disabilities seeking a job, including skills training, job placement, coaching, and worksite support. We’re so grateful to be able to make a difference in the lives of hundreds of community members each year. Read our inspirational Success Stories to learn more about the individuals who have received help from Ohio Valley Goodwill.
Create pathways to success for veterans
Ohio Valley Goodwill is honored to support our nation’s veterans and help them rejoin their home communities as fully integrated members by participating in Cincinnati’s Homeless Veterans Reintegration Projects (HVRP). This program provides assistance with career planning, job placement, and finding safe, affordable housing. We’re thankful for the opportunity to serve those who have served our country.
Jeans from Goodwill
Provide affordable shopping options to our neighbors
Ohio Valley Goodwill’s network of retail stores offers an affordable shopping option for our community. From name-brand apparel for the entire family to household goods, books, games, accessories, and more, there’s no shortage of savings to be found at Ohio Valley Goodwill. Our innovative donation-resale model allows us to keep prices low so our shoppers can get more for less. Best of all, our retail stores generate revenue for Goodwill’s vocational programs and services for individuals with disabilities and veterans, helping them go to work in the community.
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Protect our planet one donation at a time
Not only does shopping at Goodwill help individuals with disabilites and our nation’s veterans, but it also keeps many worthwhile clothes, home décor, and other goods out of our local landfills, where they can take months or even years to fully break down. When you shop at or donate to Goodwill, you’re giving reusable items a new life and helping our planet remain beautiful for years to come. Last year alone, Ohio Valley Goodwill was able to recycle more than 55 million pounds of donated material, diverting them from area landfills. Thanks to our generous donors and savvy shoppers for your commitment to recycling responsibly and reusing goods!
Goodwill Logo: We Put People to Work!
Above all else, Ohio Valley Goodwill is thankful for you! Thank you for giving and supporting Ohio Valley Goodwill by donating your gently-used goods and shopping in our retail stores. Every time you donate or shop, you’re creating jobs in your community and building a brighter future for individuals with disabilities and our nation’s veterans. Together, we are making Greater Cincinnati a more just and inclusive place to live, work, and play””something that benefits us all!
Thanksgiving Day Race 2019
If you’re looking for even more ways to get out and give back this Thanksgiving, there’s still time to sign up for the 2019 Thanksgiving Day Race in Cincinnati. Ohio Valley Goodwill is proud to once again be the official Donation Sponsor. If you’re participating, be sure to stop by the Goodwill Donation Station at Paul Brown Stadium at the start of the race to drop off your gently worn coats, jackets, or other cold-weather gear. Your generous donation will help put people to work in your community!
From all of us at Ohio Valley Goodwill, we wish you and your family a very happy Thanksgiving!
