LA Pride Parade Thrifting
Watch as @cruzship finds the perfect fit for #LAPride at @goodwillsocal. ✨
Continue Reading >>Dear Valued Shoppers, Donors and Job Seekers: As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve we want to share the actions Goodwill Southern California is taking in our stores, donation centers and employment centers to address the situation. These include: …
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Watch as @cruzship finds the perfect fit for #LAPride at @goodwillsocal. ✨
Continue Reading >>Join Us June 27 – June 29, 2025 It’s a GRAND RE-OPENING extravaganza! 3 newly refreshed and remodeled Goodwill SoCal stores will be celebrating June 27-29 with special offers and drawings, including a chance to win a flat screen TV! …
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This Mother’s Day, @livegracefullee is treating herself because moms (and mother figures of all kinds) deserve a little thrifty love too. Watch here!
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Books + thrifting = the perfect match! Grace had a blast picking out books for her fam at our booth at the LA Times Festival of Books. Watch here!
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We teamed up with @coachellaartstudios both weekends at Coachella to bring you the ultimate eco-friendly festival pre-game. Watch here!
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Watch Mayor upcycle an outfit using thrifted items from Goodwill SoCal and free DIY upcycling tools from the @coachellaartstudios this year!
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Follow along as Cricket thrifts her Coachella outfits @goodwillsocal and upcycles her fits at @coachellaartstudios in the Coachella campgrounds.
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Watch Jewel as she gets ready for Coachella with the Coachella Art Studios and upcycled an outfit from @goodwillsocal.
Continue Reading >>Employment Opportunity The 2025 LA Wildfires National Dislocated Worker Grant (NDWG) was launched to provide temporary jobs and humanitarian aid following the devastating January 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles. $25 per hour jobs opportunities for: Cleanup Repair Support Services Eligible…
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Read Patch.com editor Kat Schuster’s article about Goodwill SoCal’s new store in Temecula.
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Read The RainCross Gazette’s reporter Ken Crawford’s article on Goodwill SoCal’s newest Outlet Store in Riverside, CA.
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SoCal News Group reporter Samantha Gowen’s article about Goodwill SoCal’s new Riverside Warehouse Clearance Center.
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Read Patch.com editor Ashley Ludwig’s article about Goodwill SoCal’s new Warehouse Clearance Center in Riverside, CA.
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If you love thrifting, this is a can’t-miss event. Grab your friends, head to Riverside, and get ready to dive for treasure at the bins! Can’t wait to see some of you there! ✨ Watch Kaitlin’s video here!
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Follow along here as UCR’s Thrift Club visits our new Riverside Warehouse Clearance Center.
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Goodwill SoCal partnered with fashion students from @FIDM to bring festival style to life! Watch the video here! ✨
Continue Reading >>Join Us for Our Grand Opening in Riverside Riverside Warehouse Clearance Center and Store Preview Center 1049 Spruce St Riverside, CA 92507 Grand Opening Celebration: Ribbon Cutting – 10 am, Fri. April 4 Opens 8 am, Sat. April 5…
Continue Reading >>Join Us March 21 – March 23, 2025 It’s a GRAND RE-OPENING extravaganza! 4 newly refreshed and remodeled Goodwill SoCal stores will be celebrating March 21 – 23 with special offers and drawings, including a chance to win a 65″…
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Justin and his girlfriend created Goodwill date night outfits using upcycled materials they both thrifted from Goodwill SoCal. Watch the video here!
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@creepycrawlervtg went to check out our new retail store in Temecula and found some epic thrift finds Watch it here!
Continue Reading >>Join Us for Our Grand Opening in Temecula Temecula Retail Store 41501 Margarita Rd Temecula, CA 92591 Ribbon Cutting – 10 am, Friday, February 7 Friday, February 7 – Sunday, February 9, 2025 Enjoy Fabulous Prizes and…
Continue Reading >>Join Us January 31 – February 2, 2025 It’s a GRAND RE-OPENING extravaganza! 8 newly refreshed and remodeled Goodwill SoCal stores will be celebrating January 31 – February 2 with special offers and drawings, including a chance to win a…
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Celebrate the holidays in style! @thriftybritney went thrifting at Goodwill SoCal for her fabulous holiday party look. Check out the video here!
Continue Reading >>‘Tis the Season…IT’S GIVEAWAY TIME! To make your holidays brighter, we are gifting 4 lucky winners a $50 Goodwill SoCal gift card. Shop for yourself, your loved ones or others on your list. Shopping at Goodwill SoCal stores helps…
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Black Friday just got a whole lot thriftier! Queenie is heading to Goodwill SoCal to score some epic deals that are one-of-a-kind. Whether it’s vintage treasures, unique fashion finds, or home decor gems, you can always count on Goodwill to…
Continue Reading >>Enjoy Fabulous Offers and Savings ALL WEEKEND $10 voucher for December shopping for 1st 25 people in line each day* $1.99 double color tag sale! Over 750,000 items on sale for $1.99. BLUE & WHITE tags 20% off the purchase…
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Londyn thrifted some iconic pieces from @goodwillsocal! Her Carrie Bradshaw-inspired outfits are unforgettable! Check out the video here.
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In need of a last-minute Halloween costume? DIY your own fun costume by thrifting it. Check out the video here!
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Check out what @miairajennings thrifted for a quick, sustainable and budget friendly Halloween costume here!
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Get inspired to thrift your Halloween costume with @traceydoes_ ✨ You can find fun and affordable costumes for the whole family @Goodwillsocal!
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Follow along as @likeitis_official thrifts for her spooktacular #Disneybound @Goodwillsocal. Look no further then your local Goodwill SoCal store to get your outfit or costume READY!
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Watch this Spectrum News LA segment here, featuring Timothy – a Goodwill SoCal employee who works at our Crenshaw Store. Learn about how Goodwill SoCal Transforms Lives Through the Power of Work.
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Read this article from the San Fernando Valley Sun about the Grand Opening of our newest WorkSource Center, located on the campus of Mission College in Sylmar.
Continue Reading >>Halloween is just around the corner and your perfect one-of-a-kind costume is waiting to be created at Goodwill SoCal. Simply comment on our Instagram post from 10/11 and tell us your what your dream DIY Halloween costume is for this…
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@junebeamofficial is back, yet again! With another thrift challenge! This time they are challenging themselves to find college party outfits, at our Hollywood Retail Store in under 5 minutes! Check out this 3 part thrift Challenge: Part 1, Part 2, Part…
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Do you have a Halloween costume that needs putting together? A fantasy event to go to? Looking to cosplay or hit the Renfair?! Look no further than your local Goodwill SoCal store to get your outfit or costume READY! Join…
Continue Reading >>Join Us September 13 – 15, 2024 It’s a GRAND RE-OPENING extravaganza! 12 newly refreshed and remodeled Goodwill SoCal stores will be celebrating September 13 – 15 with special offers and drawings, including a chance to win a flatscreen TV! …
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In honor of National Thrift Shop Day, Miaira found the perfect red dress at @goodwillsocal to recreate this iconic Nichelle Nichols look sustainably and on a budget! ❤️ Check out her video here.
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Happy National Thrift Shop Day! @tori.kobayashi is celebrating by spending the day thrifting Goodwill SoCal. Check out their video here.
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Join Kirn as she shops at a Goodwill SoCal store and recreates the Bridgerton aesthetic using secondhand items. Watch more here.
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Junebeam challenged themselves to find hot summer outfits at our Burbank Retail Store in under 3 minutes. Check out this 3 part thrift challenge: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3.
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The Dapper Docs found amazing outfits for PixarFest at Disneyland! Join them as they shop at both a GoodwillSoCal and OC Goodwill store for clothing to Disneybound. Watch here!
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Dive into summer with styles from Goodwill SoCal that check every box on your bucket list! Lexy found treasures to make her summer adventures unforgettable. Watch it HERE!
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Lexy shares thrift tips and shows how she likes to shop second hand for her summer wardrobe. Watch it HERE!
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Happy Pride Month! Thrift your personalized look at Goodwill SoCal and show off your Pride spirit this month at the LA Pride parade. Watch it HERE!
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Goodwill is more than a store; it’s where her style journey began — from thrifting enthusiast to fashion mogul and published author with @penguinrandomhouse. Learn how her unique flair led to a successful brand, @ShopBabes, proving that with determination, creativity, and a passion…
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We were a proud sponsor of the Pilgrim School’s first Fashion show that celebrates sustainability! Students shopped and curated runway looks from Goodwill SoCal. Watch it HERE!
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Thrifting for books combines all of @livegracefullee‘s favorite things: books, deals, and discoveries! Watch HERE.
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Follow along as Mayor to creates unique festival up-cycled pieces sourced the Goodwill SoCal for the Coachella Art Studios. Watch HERE!
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Watch HERE as Alison thrift the most fabulous outfits to dance in the desert! Get inspired to thrift your festival outfit this festivals season!
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Sustainable and fashionable! What’s not to love? Jasmine had such a fun time thrifting for her western inspired festival look at Goodwill SoCal. Watch her thrift HERE!
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Find curated festival fashion in select Goodwill SoCal retail stores. Aliyah had a great time thrifting for her festival outfit. Watch this video til the end to see her final look!
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Make space for what matters, and for what no longer serves you, donated it for a second chance at life. Watch goldenwestorganizing help declutter a client’s closet and donate items to Goodwill SoCal HERE.
Continue Reading >>It’s festival season! Celebrate in style with thrifted and sustainable festival fashions from Goodwill SoCal. This year, we are displaying outfits styled by influencers – and curated at Goodwill SoCal – at 14 of our stores. Influencers This…
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Celebrate the power of all your female friendships and have a Galentine’s Day with the girls this year! Thrift your fabulous Galantine’s outfits at Goodwill Socal! Watch here.
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Alison and her boyfriend had such a lovely time thrifting for a date night outfit at our Hollywood Sunset Store! Watch here.
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Come along with Jen as she shops for her winter wardrobe! View here.
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The New Year is the perfect time to remove excess abundance that no longer serves you. Watch @goldenwestorganizing help declutter a client’s home and donate items to Goodwill SoCal for a second chance at life here.
Continue Reading >>It’s a Leap Year! An EXTRA day to go thrifting! We are gifting 4 lucky winners a $50 Goodwill SoCal gift certificate. What treasures will you find? Enter for a chance to win: Follow us on Instagram Like and…
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Read SoCal News Group reporter Liz Ohanesian’s article – “What You Need To Know About Donating Electronics, Clothes and Other Items.” Continue reading.
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Have a holiday party coming up? In need of an outfit? Watch as Nia shows you various styles and options you can thrift at your local Goodwill SoCal store!
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We invited Tracey for an early access experience to shop our Black Friday Weekend Sale! Tracey had an amazing time spending the day shopping at Goodwill SoCal. Check out some of her amazing finds! Check out some of her amazing finds!
Continue Reading >>From Black Friday through Cyber Monday, enjoy 4 days of BIG savings for everyone. Black Friday, November 24 25% Off Purchase of $30 or More AND $1.99 Double Color Tag Sale – Blue & Green Saturday, November 25 25% Off…
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This Halloween, we’re getting down in Fraggle Rock™! We’re excited to commemorate Fraggle Rocktober, a month-long celebration of all things Fraggle Rock! Produced by The Jim Henson Company, the multi-generational children’s TV show first premiered in 1983, featuring iconic characters…
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Read SoCal News Group reporter Brook Staggs’ tips on creating a more sustainable Halloween.
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Can an entire Halloween costume be thrifted at a Goodwill SoCal store? Watch and see!
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KABC reporter Tony Cabrera invited Goodwill SoCal to share creative DIY Halloween costumes that won’t bust your budget. Watch here.
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DIY your perfect costume! Tara found exactly what she was looking for while thrifting with us. Somebody better call Tyrone because there’s another clone running around. Head to your local store now and shop for your costume. Watch here.
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We invited @shanymonroy to create fabulous budget-friendly DIY Halloween costumes using thrifted items she found at our Atwater Village retail store. Create your Halloween costume by visiting one of our stores. Watch here.
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KNBC News visited our Atwater Village Retail Store to find out tips on how to create DIY Halloween costumes that are friendly both to your budget and the environment. Watch here.
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We celebrated, with Aliyah, Secondhand September and the benefits of sustainable shopping. Watch here.
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Thank you to Momsla.com for recognizing Goodwill SoCal in their article “Best Halloween Stores & Costume Shops in Los Angeles”. Have you found your Halloween costume yet? Read more.
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Looking for Halloween costumes that won’t bust your budget? Read this SoCal News Group article written by Liz Ohanesian – “How to Create Scary Halloween Costumes & Decorations from Secondhand Stores.” Choose secondhand & save!
Continue Reading >>Giveaway Alert! Halloween is just around the corner and your perfect one-of-a-kind costume is waiting to be created at Goodwill SoCal. Simply comment on our 10/5/23 Instagram post and tell us what your dream DIY Halloween costume is for this…
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Valeria had an amazing time visiting our new Hollywood Sunset retail store! She found budget friendly and stylish pieces to add to her summer wardrobe. Watch here.
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Tiana had fun thrifting at our new Hollywood – Sunset store on National Thrift Shop Day. Watch here.
Continue Reading >>Hello Hollywood Giveaway Alert! Have you visited our new Sunset Boulevard location yet? Now is the perfect time to visit to find amazing one-of-a-kind deals but also because you’ve got a chance to win a $50 gift certificate! Simply take…
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Goodwill SoCal stores were included in a list of the 24 best thrift stores, by the local parenting website www.MomsLA.com. Read the article here.
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Watch this KCAL/KCBS News segment on how students are shifting to thrifting for back-to-school deals and styles here!
Continue Reading >>Goodwill SoCal is your Halloween headquarters for creative costumes and décor at deeply discounted prices. CLICK HERE to find a store near you and create your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece! DIY Costume Ideas This Halloween, let your creativity shine when you…
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Follow along as Natasha thrifts for LA Pride festival outfits at Goodwill SoCal’s newest store in Hollywood (5124 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles 90027). Watch here.
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We partnered with Goodwill Industries International (GII), Scene Creative, and The Coachella Arts Studio to host a free DIY workshop at the Coachella music festival for both weekends one and two. During the event, thousands of festival-goers were invited to…
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Follow along as Ms. Ellie Honeybee thrifts all her cosplay looks from Goodwill SoCal stores (1350 W. 7th St. Upland 91786 and 210 E Foothill Blvd. Pomona 91767). Watch here.
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Join Kirn Pitamber and her kids as they create thrifted Mother’s Day gift baskets at Goodwill Southern California’s newest store in Hollywood (5124 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles 90027). Watch here.
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Maddy Doane transforms an outfit with clothing sourced from Goodwill SoCal stores. All upcycled creations were re-envisioned as fine art at “Thriftcycle,” an Earth Month exhibit at the Goodwill SoCal Atwater Village retail store. Watch here. Learn more about Thriftcycle,…
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Chandler King transforms an outfit with clothing sourced from Goodwill SoCal stores. All upcycled creations were re-envisioned as fine art at “Thriftcycle,” an Earth Month exhibit at the Goodwill SoCal Atwater Village retail store. Watch here. Learn more about Thriftcycle,…
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Miaira Jennings upcycles an outfit by transforming a curtain sourced from Goodwill SoCal. All creations were re-envisioned as fine art at “Thriftcycle,” an Earth Month exhibit at the Goodwill SoCal Atwater Village retail store. Watch here. Learn more about Thriftcycle,…
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Rag Reserve upcycles two outfits by transforming clothing sourced from Goodwill SoCal stores. All creations were re-envisioned as fine art at “Thriftcycle,” an Earth Month exhibit at the Goodwill SoCal Atwater Village retail store. Watch here. Learn more about Thriftcycle,…
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Brian Chavez upcycles an outfit by transforming denim sourced from Goodwill SoCal stores. All creations were re-envisioned as fine art at “Thriftcycle,” an Earth Month exhibit at the Goodwill SoCal Atwater Village retail store. Watch here. Learn more about Thriftcycle,…
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Here ye, here ye! Kaz, The Queen of Glitter styles classic Renaissance Fair outfits at our Atwater Village Retail Store. Which is your favorite? Watch here.
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Follow along as influencer Faheema Chaudhury thrifts for March Disneybound looks at Goodwill SoCal for the Muppets theme, all for under $80. Watch here.
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Follow along as influencer Greg Gusto uses Goodwill SoCal’s Lookbook as inspiration to refresh his spring wardrobe and inspire you to shop for hidden gems (and discounts!). Watch here. Read our monthly Lookbooks for the top fashion trends and fabulously curated looks for…
Continue Reading >>This Earth Month, Goodwill SoCal collaborated with local designers who upcycled outfits by transforming clothing and materials sourced from our stores. We hope to inspire a love of thrifting, highlight our ongoing commitment to sustainability, and share the positive impact…
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When Robert was reentering the workforce, he just needed an opportunity to show what he could do. Formerly a participant, Robert now manages our Custodial Training program at Goodwill Southern California.
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Each year the National Retail Federation (NRF) recognizes an exceptional member of the retail industry for their participation and completion of their training program. Alex Garcia, employee at Goodwill SoCal Eagle Rock, was recognized in 2019.
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From homeless with four children to Certified Nursing Assistant. This young woman shows us what hard work, determination, and an opportunity can accomplish. Meet Faviola!
Continue Reading >>Dapper Day Expo is an annual event that celebrates refined and sophisticated fashion styles at Disney Parks. It attracts a wide range of participants who dress up in their best vintage or contemporary outfits to showcase their personal style. If…
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Read about proposed legislation focused on sustainability. Goodwill Southern California is mentioned in the article.
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Follow along as influencer Brio RaShawn shops for hidden gems during Secondhand Wardrobe Week at our Goodwill SoCal Atwater Village Retail Store (3150 N San Fernando Rd. LA 90065). Watch here.
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Share a little Goodwill with your sweetheart with a #GoodwillDateNight! It’s a fun and inexpensive Valentine’s Day idea. Ryanne & Sam accepted our challenge! Watch here.
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Follow along as influencer Matt King, owner of Why So Thrifty store, gives us an inside look at our brand new Goodwill SoCal store in Upland (1350 W. 7th Street Upland, CA 91786). Watch here.
Continue Reading >>Check out our recently opened/remodeled locations: Hollywood – Sunset Blvd Retail Store 5124 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles 90027 Santa Clarita Retail Store 26883 Bouquet Canyon Rd., Santa Clarita 91350 Light. Bright. And beautifully refreshed. Upland West Retail Store 1350 W…
Continue Reading >>Join Us for Our Grand Opening in Upland Upland West Retail Store 1350 W 7th Street Upland 91786 Friday, January 27, 2023 Enjoy fabulous prizes and offers* including: Free RGS Fragrance or Candle Gift** with Purchase 18 Piece Bath Set…
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Follow along as Byron Linnell Edwards, artist and CEO of Wellness for Creatives, curates Thrifted & Gifted gift baskets for a holiday giveaway at our Atwater Village Retail Store (3150 N. San Fernando Rd. Los Angeles, 90065). Watch here.
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Follow along as Serenity Grace Russell (NAM California Jr Pre-Teen ‘22) thrifts for the holidays and makes a donation to Goodwill SoCal’s newly remodeled Santa Clarita store (26883 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita 91350). Watch here!
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Influencer Lexy Silverstein gives us an inside look at the brand new Goodwill SoCal store on Hollywood-Sunset Blvd (5124 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027). Watch here.
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Tune in as influencer Claire Chiaromonte thrifts for After Thanksgiving deals at Goodwill SoCal. Featured: Atwater Village Retail Store (3150 N. San Fernando Rd. L.A. 90065). Watch here.
Continue Reading >>Join us for back-to-back Grand Openings in Hollywood and Santa Clarita! Hollywood – Sunset Blvd Retail Store 5124 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles 90027 Friday, December 9, 2022 at 10am Santa Clarita Retail Store 26883 Bouquet Canyon Rd. Santa Clarita 91350…
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Thrifting with dogs makes it more fun! Follow along as Bart the Dog, Sad Bobbie, and Upset Stevie go Halloween shopping at our Atwater Village Retail Store.
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Follow along as the Hello Sweetie Pie Family puts together their Hocus Pocus Dennison family Halloween costumes from pieces thrifted at Goodwill SoCal. Watch both videos here!
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Miaira Jennings transforms a $4 dress from Goodwill SoCal into a sustainable DIY masterpiece! Check out her “Little Red Carpet Riding Hood” Halloween costume. Watch both videos here.
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We challenged Kaz, The Queen of Glitter to thrift for Halloween costumes at Goodwill SoCal. Which costume is your favorite? Watch here.
Continue Reading >>From Black Friday through Cyber Monday, enjoy 4 days of BIG savings for everyone. Black Friday, November 25 $1.99 Yellow Color Tag Sale Saturday, November 26 Any Long Sleeve Shirt or Sweater Just $5 (originally $6.99 – $24.99) Sunday, November…
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See how Jennifer used bone-chilling décor from Goodwill SoCal to transform her foyer into spooky central. Watch here.
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Kirn Pitamber is giving us the ultimate thriftspiration with her autumn must-haves. Embrace the season and stock up on all your fall essentials at Goodwill SoCal today. Watch here.
Continue Reading >>Goodwill SoCal is your Halloween headquarters for creative costumes and décor at deeply discounted prices. CLICK HERE to find a store near you and create your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece! DIY Costume Ideas This Halloween…all eyes on YOU! Let your creativity…
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Join social media influencer Shannon Kelly, owner of Dearly Discarded Designs, as she shops at our Atwater Village Retail Store for treasures in honor of National Thrift Shop Day. Watch here.
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Miss Ellie Honeybee is ready for the upcoming school year with her #GoodwillSoCalFinds! She thrifted unique, budget-friendly looks, books, and accessories at Goodwill SoCal. Watch here.
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The fall semester is right around the corner, and Goodwill SoCal offers tips on shopping for back-to-school clothes. Watch here.
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Get inspired to mix vintage pieces thrifted from Goodwill SoCal with contemporary brands! Don’t miss this summer thrift haul with stylist and creative director, Doug Hickman. Watch here.
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Go behind-the-scenes of Goodwill Southern California with Tori Kobayashi, founder of Nostalgic Threadz. Learn about the lifecycle of a donation, our sorting process, what happens to unsellable items, and more. Watch here.
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Summer is practically here! Come thrifting with Claire Chiaromonte at our Atwater Village Retail Store for summer outfit finds. ☀️ Watch her latest Instagram Reel here.
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Watch Tori Kobayashi, founder of Nostalgic Threadz, style her latest #GoodwillSoCal thrift finds at our Atwater Village Retail Store. Watch here.
Continue Reading >>Taking a road trip or planning for a summer getaway? Enter our Summer Road Trip Contest for a chance to win a $50 Goodwill SoCal gift certificate! Shop your local Goodwill SoCal store to complete your vacation look. Grab your…
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What happens when Nike & Goodwill SoCal come together? Billie Eilish stopped by to show us what’s going down. Nike partnered with Goodwill SoCal to create a one-of-a-kind shopping experience rooted in creative self-expression through thrifting and in extending the…
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This past #EarthDay, we highlighted the positive environmental impact of donating & shopping at Goodwill SoCal. Get a closer look with Brio RaShawn as she goes behind-the-scenes at our Atwater Village Donation Center & Retail Store. Watch here.
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Goodwill SoCal and Rag Reserve—a local upcycled clothing & accessories company—both appreciate sustainability, resource re-allocation, and social impact in our local community. Follow their upcycling design process from clothing found at Goodwill SoCal’s Donation Center & Retail Store in Atwater…
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California and Rag Reserve Instagram Giveaway OFFICIAL RULES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW No purchase necessary to enter or win 1. CONTEST PROMOTIONAL PERIOD. The Goodwill Southern California (GSC) and Rag Reserve Instagram giveaway begins…
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They’ve been around for a long time, but thrifty and “vintage” stores are booming once again as an antidote to rising prices at the grocery store & the gas pump. Our Burbank Retail Store was featured in this NBCLA news…
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Better World Fragrance has been enlisted as a partner for Goodwill Southern California’s first pop-up art exhibit, titled “FABRICS,” on view Feb. 17-20 at our flagship Atwater Village retail store (3150 N. San Fernando Rd. L.A. 90065). Read more.
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Want to find something sweet for Valentine’s Day? Thrift something special that will also make a difference in your community at Goodwill SoCal. Also, don’t forget to enter our Share the Love Contest for a chance to win a $50…
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Looking for a unique Valentine’s Day date idea that can also help your community? We challenge you to a #GoodwillDateNight! It’s a fun and inexpensive way to share the love with mother earth and people in need. Colleen & Victor…
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We challenged Claire Flores (@xo.mamastyleoc) to find affordable and fabulous holiday outfits. She thrifted several outfits at our Diamond Bar Retail Store (21070 Golden Springs Dr. Diamond Bar, CA 91789). Watch here.
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Shopping for loved ones on a budget this year? We challenged Tania of Volver Volver Vintage to find Christmas gifts for her entire family. Watch here.
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Ugly Sweater Day is a very popular celebration around Christmas time. Telemundo 52 News Reporter Sandra Bonilla visits our Atwater Village Retail Store to DIY her own ugly sweater. Watch here.
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There are many ways to help the environment, such as buying recycled clothes. One savvy teen explains how she is helping the environment—one used t-shirt at a time. Our Los Angeles Outlet Store (3150 N. San Fernando Rd. LA 90065)…
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Tune into fashion vlogger Jillian Felice as she thrifts for Black Friday deals. Two Goodwill SoCal locations are featured: Atwater Village Retail Store (3150 N. San Fernando Rd. L.A. 90065) and Stevenson Ranch Retail Store (24840 Pico Canyon Rd Stevenson…
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L.A.-based producer Chris Lorenzo met up with fans and friends at Goodwill SoCal’s Los Feliz Store on Saturday, November 20, for a Closet Cleanout + Meet & Greet. Read more.
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Goodwill Southern California helps divert 130 million pounds of goods from landfills each year. However, hauling away items that can’t be sold in our retail stores costs our organization millions of dollars each year in trash costs. Read more.
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Thrifts & Tangles features Goodwill SoCal’s After Thanksgiving Sale in her list of Black Friday thrift store deals in Los Angeles. Read more.
Continue Reading >>Agoura Hills Boutique / Donation Center 5683 Kanan Road Agoura Hills, CA 91301 818.540.3920 Monday – Sunday – 10am – 6pm Arcadia Boutique / Donation Center 1012 N. Santa Anita Ave. Arcadia, CA 91006 626.566.2122 Monday – Sunday 10am-6pm Culver…
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California’s Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest 2021 OFFICIAL RULES VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW No purchase necessary to enter or win 1. CONTEST PROMOTIONAL PERIOD. The Goodwill Southern California (GSC) Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest begins December 2, 2021 and ends…
Continue Reading >>From Black Friday through Cyber Monday, enjoy 4 days of BIG savings for everyone. Black Friday, November 26 $1 White Color Tag Sale AND Any Pair of Jeans Just $5 (originally $7.99 – $29.99) Saturday, November 27 Any Sweater…
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Jess Filippi of The Sweetie Pies sources last-minute Halloween costumes and puts together Addam’s Family looks with pieces found at our Atwater Village retail store (3150 N. San Fernando Rd. L.A. 90065). Read more.
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Watch Hadrian as he thrifts for Halloween party décor at our Atwater Village retail store (3150 N. San Fernando Rd. L.A. 90065). Watch now.
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Follow along with California-based artist Kimberly Perez (@Spooksieboo) as she thrifts for affordable Halloween costumes at our Atwater Village retail store (3150 N. San Fernando Rd. L.A. 90065). Watch here!
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KABC 7 News visited our San Bernardino campus to film this IE Cares segment in honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (October). Watch Now.
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MomsLA highlights Goodwill retail stores throughout L.A., Riverside and San Bernardino counties as one of the best places to sustainably score affordable costumes. Read here.
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California ‘The Addams Family 2’ Movie Ticket Giveaway OFFICIAL RULES VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW No purchase necessary to enter or win 1. CONTEST PROMOTIONAL PERIOD. This special Goodwill Southern California (GSC) ‘The Addams Family 2’ Movie Ticket Giveaway…
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Scores of secondhand stores are turning used clothing into mountains of cash. Here’s the who, what, when, and wear of thrifting in 2021. Read Here
Continue Reading >>Goodwill SoCal is your Halloween headquarters for creative costumes and décor at deeply discounted prices. CLICK HERE to find a store near you and create your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece! CLICK HERE for a printable Addams Family 2 Halloween activity book!…
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Want to declutter but don’t know where to start? Consumer Reports tells us How To Get Rid Of Stuff At Home, with tips on how to declutter! Read here.
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Watch this KNBC TV segment for details on how well-meaning but costly donations of trash cost thrift stores millions of dollars in disposal and processing fees that could be spent on employment programs. Watch Now!
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Follow along with sustainability advocate Lauren Ferree as she shops at our Atwater Village retail store and gives some much-needed tips on maximizing your thrift trip. Are you ready to go thrifting, but make it sustainable? Watch now!
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Watch this ABC7 segment where Raven-Symone visits Goodwill SoCal’s Atwater Village retail store to share one-of-a-kind items from her closet and history — all donated and made available to help fund Goodwill SoCal’s job creation and training programs in our…
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Come thrifting with @claire_chiaromonte as she hits up our East Santa Monica store (2520 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica) and shops our collection of pre-loved items for unique summertime fashion finds. Watch here.
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We appreciate your generous donations! Please refrain from donating broken, torn or heavily used items, as the $2 million we spend to process trash each year are dollars that could help fund our employment programs. Learn more here.
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Read this L.A. Times article, which tracks fashion trends seen on teens returning to the classroom. Check it out here.
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The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians announced a $4 million grant to provide employment services in the Inland Empire. Read more here.
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Our N.E. Los Angeles Employment Center was featured in this abc7 segment on the difficulties restaurants are facing as they reopen – in filling jobs. Watch the TV segment here.
Continue Reading >>Who Qualifies? Age 18 through 64 Receive SSI or SSDI Employed or Unemployed Participation is completely free and voluntary To receive services -> enrollment is required Employment Services and Support: Services are provided virtually or in person (by appointment) Assistance…
Continue Reading >>Outlet Store Rules: Follow safety first signage. Entry is first come, first served. Face mask is mandatory for entry and duration of shopping. Continue to social distance – follow the directional flow. No running….
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Check out Nikki’s exclusive experience here.
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Join social media influencer and YouTuber Twinelle (@_eggiegirl_) as she draws on her creativity to fashion some unique, fun, and affordable Halloween costumes! Watch the video here.
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Read this Valley Magazine article, written by Julia McGinty, for tips on what you can do to reduce textile waste: http://www.valleymagazinepsu.com/how-many-clothes-actually-get-bought-from-goodwill/
Continue Reading >>Halloween 2020 may be a bit different this year, but we have some tips to keep the spirit alive! DIY Costume Ideas Just because you may not be able to trick-or-treat, or go to a large party or event this…
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Watch social media influencer Nikki as she visits our Atwater Village flagship store for a behind the scenes tour, sharing the “Secrets You Need To Know Before Thrifting @Goodwill”. Watch here.
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Thank you to Giovanni Testi Fashion for your generous donation of luxury Italian #menswear to Goodwill Southern California. And to abc7 for sharing how donations help fund our no-cost employment programs for individuals with disabilities and disadvantages in our community….
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L.A. Company Giovanni Testi Donates $40,000 Worth Of Suits, Clothes to Goodwill SoCal To Help Others Dress The Part While Job Hunting. Watch TV segment here.
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Join social media influencer Ryanne Darr as she shops, at our Atwater Village Retail Store, for treasures in honor of National Thrift Shop Day here.
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Do you ever wonder how your gently used donations make it to a second home? Take a peek at shopper and YouTuber @_eggiegirl_ ‘s Behind The Scenes at Goodwill SoCal Video which she shot at our Atwater Village Complex (3150 N….
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Do you have a box of items waiting to donate? Read Realtor.com Ana Durrani’s piece “Cleaning Out Your Home Goods? Where to Donate Them Right Now.” Read the article here.
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Read L.A. Times Reporter Lisa Boone’s article “If You Decluttered During The Coronavirus, You’ll Want To Know This: Goodwill Has Reopened.” Read more here.
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Learn how Goodwill SoCal reopened stores in Southern California – with new safety measures. Read about it here.
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Goodwill Southern California has launched a fund to help bolster its free employment services available to those who have experienced furloughs or layoffs as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. Read more here.
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As unemployment skyrockets nationwide during the coronavirus pandemic, Goodwill SoCal is helping people who may not have the needed technology find a job. Watch this ABC7 news segment to learn more.
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Watch this abc7 segment on how, even though our stores and donation centers were closed during the pandemic, Goodwill SoCal continued to help people in our local community find jobs. View the segment here.
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In compliance with the mandate of state and local officials for non-essential businesses to cease operations, Goodwill Southern California closed all our stores and donation centers last week. With the closures and shelter-in-place restriction, Goodwill SoCal are asking donors to…
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Watch this segment of the Spectrum News Show L.A. Times Today, as L.A. Times reporter & thrift store shopping pro, Patt Morrison shares her expertise and discusses sustainability & other thrift store benefits on a shopping trip, at our Pasadena…
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Follow Ryanne Darr as she goes behind the scenes and shares about the journey of your donations through Goodwill SoCal. See the full video here.
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Producer Emily from BuzzFeed’s beauty and style brand, As/Is, thrifts an Ariana Grande look from head to toe for only $20. Watch here as she shops at our Atwater Village store.
Continue Reading >>In light of the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, Goodwill Southern California has temporarily closed our retail stores and donation centers effective Wednesday, March 18, until local and state mandates to close are lifted and we are able to resume business operations….
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Check out this celebrity look-alike video from BuzzFeed’s beauty and style brand As/Is. Producer Emily visited our Atwater Village retail store to recreate Harry Styles’ Met Gala red carpet look with only $20. Did she succeed? You be the judge. Watch…
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It’s Now The Season Of Prime Thrift Store Shopping. How To Nab The Good Stuff. January is a prime time to hit secondhand stores, find out why. Read more here.
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Alexa Sunshine speaks out against fast fashion through her popular YouTube thrifting videos. Read more.
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Local Donation Centers Process Year-End Rush Of Contributions. Listen here.
Continue Reading >>Are you head over heels for your Goodwill SoCal find? Post a picture on Instagram or our Facebook page and tell us about your most beloved Goodwill treasure for a chance to win a $50 Goodwill SoCal gift card. Be…
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Social media influencer and Goodwill SoCal super-shopper Shayla- Marie Anderson Parker visited our La Puente Retail Store in advance of it’s Grand Opening in January. Click here to see what treasures she found.
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Thrift shops are known as a place to shop for the latest clothing trends. Here is a guide for shopping at thrift and vintage stores, based on your personality type. Read more about the type of shopper who thrifts at…
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Goodwill Southern California’s Halloween Boo-tiques listed as a Best Costume Shop in Los Angeles. Continue Reading here.
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The Los Angeles Reentry Employment Opportunities (LAREO) program, funded by a U.S. Department of Labor grant and coordinated by Goodwill Southern California in collaboration with the Human Works Foundation helps former inmates find jobs in the legal system. Continue reading…
Continue Reading >>1287 N. Hacienda Blvd., La Puente, CA 91744 Friday, January 24 @ 9AM Store Hours: Mon. – Sat. 9am – 9pm, Sun. 10am – 8pm Join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of our new store in La Puente! Shop our…
Continue Reading >>3637 Tweedy Blvd., South Gate 90280 Friday, January 17 @ 9AM Store Hours: Mon. – Sat. 9am – 9pm, Sun. 10am – 8pm Join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of our new store in South Gate! Shop our wide selection…
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PAQ, a popular British series about men’s fashion, shopped our Goodwill SoCal stores for a $50 Thrift Store Challenge. Watch here.
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Listen to KNX1070 ‘s consumer and financial news reporter Frank Mottek’s interview with Patrick McClenahan, our President & CEO.
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California’s After Thanksgiving Sale is 3 days with sooo many ways to save! Each day our stores will feature new specials to transform you and your home for less! Black Friday, Nov. 29, 9am-9pm Shop early and enjoy…
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Watch Niki Camacho as she shares her Goodwill SoCal Halloween Thrifting Tips and Addams Family Movie Review here.
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Watch Hadrian as he thrifts his Halloween décor from our Fletcher Square store here.
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Why spend $40+ on a cheaply made, thin and itchy, crushed-from-the-bag-it-was-in costume when you can assemble a costume that looks so much more authentic with affordable pieces of real clothing? Learn how Mr. & Mrs. Halloween put together some fun…
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Mayor Eric Garcetti set a goal to train thousands of workers for manufacturing jobs by 2022, with the help of Goodwill Southern California, UCLA’s Clean Energy Smart Manufacturing Innovation Institute and the USC Viterbi School of Engineering to carry out…
Continue Reading >>Send us a photo of your Halloween costume for a chance to win fun prizes! *One grand prize winner will receive a pair of tickets to Knott’s Scary Farm (valid on Sat, Oct. 26 only) and three runners-up will receive…
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Join Kristin McAtee as she shops at our Fletcher Square store in Atwater Village to celebrate National Thrift Shop Day! Watch here.
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Ryanne Darr shops for Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber inspired outfit dupes at Goodwill SoCal. Watch here.
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Join Fervently Chic as she shops our Goodwill So Cal store and shares her thrifting tips….watch here.
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Fashion, beauty & body positivity creator, Carrie Dayton, visited our Fletcher Square retail store in Atwater Village to do a little shopping and find out about how Goodwill Southern California Transforms Lives Through the Power of Work. Watch here.
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Goodwill Southern California Opens Their Newest Store In Magnolia Park. Read more here.
Continue Reading >>Taking a vacation this summer to the beach, mountains, or somewhere in between? Send us a pic of your Goodwill SoCal summer vacation look for a chance to win! Four lucky winners will win a $50 ARCO gas card…
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Kaiser Permanente collaborates with Goodwill Southern California to provide good-paying jobs for people with barriers to employment. Read more here.
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If you haven’t noticed, tidying up has become trendy. Does mess make for more stress? And does decluttering and living a sparer, more minimalistic existence make us more peaceful? Read more here.
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This article discusses how thrift store pros and vintage hounds find treasures at Goodwill So Cal’s Fletcher Square Outlet Store. Read more here.
Continue Reading >>3226 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, CA 91505 Friday, June 28 @ 9AM Store Hours: Mon. – Sat. 9am – 9pm, Sun. 10am – 8pm Join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of our new store in Burbank! Shop our wide selection…
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E-commerce site shop Thrilling.com has a new clothing collection with Goodwill SoCal curated by Janelle Monae’s stylist. Read more here.
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How startup Thrilling is putting vintage stores on the internet. Read more here.
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Take a look at the weirdest items ever donated to Goodwill throughout the country. Read more here.
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Thrift stores nationwide see an uptick in donations because of the Marie Kondo effect. Read more here.
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Huskies give back ahead of Rose Bowl game. Read more here.
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The Ohio State University and the University of Washington participate in a service project at Goodwill Southern California prior to the Rose Bowl game. Read More Here.
Continue Reading >>To all our sponsors, donors and volunteers of the 2018 Goodwill Golf Classic, THANK YOU ‘FORE’ all your generous support! You helped us raise vitally needed funds for our Veteran Employment Programs! We are proud to share that your investment will directly…
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Goodwill Southern California’s CEO, Patrick McClenahan, shares holiday shopping deals and reminds customers about end of year donations… Listen Here.
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On September 21, 2018, Goodwill Southern California’s CEO, Patrick McClenahan, spoke with KNX about Halloween shopping… Listen Here.
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On September 19, 2018 more than 250 community and business leaders gathered to figure out how to collaboratively and creatively put the unique talents of unique populations to work. The event, sponsored by The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians,…
Continue Reading >>GOODWILL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER CONTEST OFFICIAL RULES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS You must read the following rules, terms and conditions before submitting any photo entries, and by submitting, acknowledge that you agree to these rules, terms and conditions. NO…
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Continue Reading >>Help us celebrate the greatest shopping weekend of the year and enjoy amazing offers and giveaways at all of our stores! Watch our After Thanksgiving Sale YouTube video here. Black Friday, November 23, 8am – 9pm Double Color Tag Sale…
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Seanise Webb had recently been evicted from her home. Having spent the past 3 years caring for her kids, she suddenly found herself homeless, jobless and without any idea how to re-enter the workforce. Times were hard and Seanise was…
Continue Reading >>Halloween Costume Contest Rules and Regulations GOODWILL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST OFFICIAL RULES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS You must read the following rules, terms and conditions before submitting any photo entries, and by submitting, acknowledge that you agree to these…
Continue Reading >>School is back in session, the cooler weather will be here But more importantly… Halloween is very near. Let us assist you with any transformations, As you think of creative, ghastly, spooky creations. Once you are in that haunted state…
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We’ve expanded and re-modeled and now our Outlet Store in Panorama City is BIGGER and BETTER! Join us for the re-opening Friday, August 24 Doors open at 8am 14565 Lanark St. Panorama City 91402 Open Every Day:…
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On Tuesday, July 10, Goodwill Southern California’s CEO, Patrick McClenahan shares about our mission of Transforming Lives Through the Power of Work. Continue reading here.
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On Tuesday, June 19 in the lobby of the Bank of America in downtown San Bernardino, 11 San Bernardino County non-profits were awarded grant money in the sum of $125,000. The grants focus on increasing access to shelter and wraparound…
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The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) presented Goodwill Southern California today with a check for over $200,000 in rebates for projects related to an extensive lighting retrofit at their LA Campus. Goodwill So Cal is among several LADWP…
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For the past two years, Goodwill Southern California and USC’s Trojan Outreach program have partnered with USC Housing for a clothing and used items drive near the end of the school year. Goodwill SoCal collected 65,000 pounds of items from…
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MommyPoppins.com highlights Goodwill SoCal’s Brand Blvd. Retail Store in Glendale as a great location to go bargain hunting for kids clothing! To get the full story, click here.
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Check out the new Super Deluxe Youtube show, “Thrift Hall With Fat Tony” filmed at Goodwill SoCal’s Fletcher Square Retail store! The show follows along with contestants as they compete to see who can find the better outfit on a budget. Note: Language…
Continue Reading >>GOODWILL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA “Bit O’ GOOD Luck” Contest OFFICIAL RULES, TERMS, AND CONDITIONS You must read the following rules, terms, and conditions before submitting any photo entries, and by submitting, acknowledge that you agree to these rules, terms, and conditions….
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Check out fashion blogger, Jen Im’s, recent visit to our Fletcher Square Outlet Center in Atwater Village. Follow along as Jen shows off her awesome $1 finds and how she styles them with items already in her closet. To get…
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Check out how Goodwill SoCal and Proterra, a manufacturer of zero-emission electric buses, collaborated to provide training and recruitment opportunities in the City of Industry. Watch the full video here.
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Los Angeles County Department of Health Services and the Goodwill Southern California Northeast WorkSource Center are assisting the 638 individuals who were laid off from Pacific Alliance Medical Center by providing one-on-one career counseling and assistance finding job leads. Read the…
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Check out Shila & Ryann of Buzzfeed Video as they do the “Holiday Fashion Thrift Store Challenge” at the Goodwill Southern California Vine St. location (1218 Vine St., Los Angeles, 90038)! Watch the full video here.
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Getting those Holiday decorations out of your garage or closet may spark the idea to clean out your closet or garage and do an end-of-year donation run to your local Goodwill Southern California location. Here are some helpful tips to…
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Goodwill Southern California has partnered with The Economic Workforce Development Department for the LA: Rise Program which is a 5-year program designed to serve the populations hardest to place in jobs, including the homeless, re-entry workers and disconnected youth. Check…
Continue Reading >>Thank you to all our sponsors and supporters of the 2017 Goodwill Golf Classic. We are proud to share that your investment will directly impact the lives of the veterans we serve daily. We are so grateful for your support…
Continue Reading >>2520 Santa Monica Boulevard Santa Monica, CA 90404 Friday, December 1 Doors open at 9AM Store Hours: Mon – Sat 9am – 9pm Sun 10am – 8pm Join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of our new store in…
Continue Reading >>Help us celebrate the greatest shopping weekend of the year and enjoy amazing offers and giveaways at all of our stores! Friday, November 24 ONE DOLLAR SALE on all blue and green tagged items, and, 100 FREE ITEMS throughout the store*. (Store…
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Check out how Goodwill Southern California was announced as one of the 2017 recipients of the Call of Duty™ Endowment Seal of Distinction, the standard of excellence in the veterans’ employment sector! To get the full story, read more here.
Continue Reading >>Watch this video from Taneah, who entered a Goodwill Youth Program, which helped her through some tough times. When you shop at and donate to Goodwill Southern California, you are transforming lives of teens like Taneah. Thank you!
Continue Reading >>During this season of Thanksgiving (and year-round!) we would like to thank YOU for shopping and donating to Goodwill Southern California and making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Watch this inspirational video about Jonathan, who survived…
Continue Reading >>Many people don’t realize that when you shop at and donate to Goodwill Southern California, you also help provide employment services for individuals with disabilities and disadvantages in your local community. Check out this thank you from Tieausha, a single…
Continue Reading >>Thank you for shopping at and donating to Goodwill Southern California. Your support helps us Transform Lives Through the Power of Work. Take a look at this message from Syretta, a veteran whose life was positively impacted by Goodwill education,…
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Gayle Anderson stopped by the Goodwill SoCal Fletcher Square location to look at some unique and budget-friendly Halloween Costume & décor options that are sure to wow everyone this Halloween season! To get the full story, read more here.
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Learn about how local teen Dillon Eisman shops at Goodwill SoCal to give new life to unique pieces that he upcycles for homeless teens.
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Goodwill Southern California is awarded a $3.4m grant from San Manuel Band of Mission Indians to create job opportunities for job seekers in the Inland Empire.
Continue Reading >>GOODWILL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST OFFICIAL RULES, TERMS, AND CONDITIONS You must read the following rules, terms and conditions before submitting any photo entries, and by submitting, acknowledge that you agree to these rules, terms and conditions. NO PURCHASE…
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Goodwill SoCal’s hiring event on Friday, September 29th will include more than 15 employers ready to hire and will help put people back to work in the greater San Bernardino area.
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Goodwill Southern California transforms lives through the power of work. Hear these GOOD stories and learn how.
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Mikey was never given a chance for a job, until Goodwill. Hear Mikey’s story and learn how Goodwill Southern California transformed his life.
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Vanessa served in our military but soon found herself in a homeless shelter with her two kids, until she came across a Goodwill flyer. Hear Vanessa’s story and learn how Goodwill Southern California transformed her life.
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Bobby went from living on Skid Row to offering jobs to people living on Skid Row. Hear Bobby’s story and learn how Goodwill Southern California transformed his life.
Continue Reading >>Friday, October 13 13550 E. Ramona Blvd Baldwin Park, CA 91706 Doors open at 9AM Store Hours: Mon – Sat 9am – 9pm Sun 10am – 8pm Join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of our new store in…
Continue Reading >>Friday, October 6 6343 San Fernando Road Glendale, CA 91201 Doors open at 9AM Store Hours: Mon – Sat 9am – 9pm Sun 10am – 8pm Join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of our new store in Glendale!…
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David LoPresti, a senior business development executive with Goodwill Southern California, has launched a service to assist small businesses that might be targeted for drive-by lawsuits over parking lot issues.
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Gayle Anderson stops by our Fletcher Square flagship location to showcase how you can shop for the back-to-school season on a budget for all ages!
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Check out how Goodwill SoCal And College of the Canyons have partnered to form SWAG, Strong Workforce Apprenticeship Group, which helps students and employees of participating companies receive skilled training and hands-on experience through apprenticeships at local businesses.
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In an effort to drive the expansion of apprenticeship in California, College of the Canyons has formed a partnership with Goodwill Southern California to form the “Strong Workforce Apprenticeship Group,” aka SWAG.
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Want to make the most of your summer but don’t know where to start? You’ve come to the right place. Goodwill Southern California is the starting point for all of your summertime needs. We’ve got the essentials and even a…
Continue Reading >>Friday, July 28 12755 Van Nuys Boulevard Pacoima, CA 91331 Doors open at 9AM Store Hours: Mon – Sat 9a–9p Sun 10a – 8p Join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of our new store in Pacoima! Shop our…
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Watch Dillon Eisman as he shops our Fletcher Square flagship store in search of items he can use to upcycle and provide to LGBTQ Youth that are in need.
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Check out this great article about our Flagship location located in Atwater Village!
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Check out how Goodwill SoCal’s Youth Program helped equip Calvin with the tools he needed to put him on the path to success.
Continue Reading >>We are grateful to our partners for investing in transforming lives in our community. Since inception, Goodwill Southern California has served more than one million job seekers and placed tens of thousands of people in good jobs in Los Angeles…
Continue Reading >>GOODWILL® RANKS #1 ON ENSO’S WORLD VALUE INDEX FOR THE SECOND YEAR Goodwill, the leading nonprofit provider of employment placement, job training and education services, has been ranked #1 on the annual World Value Index, an anticipated annual report that…
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Read the Fast Company article on how, for the second year, Goodwill was named the #1 brand in this year’s Enso World Value Index, according to how the brand resonates with people’s values.
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Congressman Aguilar continued his ‘Job For A Day’ Tour of the Inland Empire at the Goodwill Southern California in Rancho Cucamonga, where he worked sorting donations. The tour will take Rep. Aguilar across California’s 31st Congressional District, where he will work different jobs at businesses throughout the community to connect with residents and learn more about local businesses and the communities they serve.
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Check out the article to read about Goodwill Southern California’s reopening of our Van Nuys Store!
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MomsLA recommends Goodwill Southern California is among one of the best places to go when it’s time to clean out the kids’ closets and get rid of those clothes they no longer wear and/or fit into.
Continue Reading >>Friday, June 2 14556 Victory Boulevard Van Nuys, CA 91411 Doors open at 9AM Store Hours: Mon – Sat 9a–9p Sun 10a – 8p We’re back and better than ever, with a wide selection of deeply discounted, one-of-a-kind clothing, accessories, home…
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Read about how AMS Fulfillment is collaborating with Goodwill Southern California as we contribute our expertise building and running apprenticeship programs.
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Check out Adoree’ Jackson as he packs up his donations that he plans to contribute to the “Spring Cleaning For Good” Donation Drive Kickoff Event on the USC Campus.
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Watch this video of the USC Trojans & Goodwill Southern California partnering up for the “Spring Cleaning For Good” end-of-the-school-year donation drive kickoff event. Over 200 students (including members of the football team!), faculty, and employees donated gently used goods that day!
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Watch “Bigs” and “Littles” from Big Brother Big Sisters L.A. shop at Goodwill’s Fletcher Square retail store, preparing to model at a fashion show for their Accessories for Success Scholarship Luncheon.
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Check out how Kaiser Permanente will partner with Goodwill Southern California on April 21st to help care for the Earth and transform the lives of individuals with disabilities and disadvantages with your tax-deductible donations.
Continue Reading >>We are proud to share that your investment will directly impact the lives of the veterans we serve daily and will provide: One-on-One Career Counseling Outreach to Veterans Employment Preparation Workshops Educational and Technical Skills Classes and Certifications Access to…
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California transforms lives through the power of work. We empower people through education, training, job search tools, work experience and placement services. Our goal is to help people overcome difficult life challenges so they can achieve independence and…
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San Manuel Band of Mission Indians awards Goodwill Southern California for its dedication in providing more than 650 military veterans with jobs after they returned from duty at their annual Forging Hope Breakfast.
Continue Reading >>Did you know that your place of business may match a donation? To double your impact, request your company’s matching gift form and review the program guidelines to see if Goodwill Southern California is eligible. Then, mail in the…
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Check out this great article from the Southern California News Group about Goodwill Southern California’s transportation recruitment for Proterra, a leader in the design and manufacture of zero-emission electric buses.
Continue Reading >>Friday, March 31 5855 Lankershim Blvd. North Hollywood, CA 91601 Store Hours: Mon – Sat 9a–9p Sun 10a – 8p We’re back and better than ever, with a wide selection of deeply discounted, one-of-a-kind clothing, accessories, home goods and more at…
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Read about how Goodwill Southern California partnered with the U.S. Department of Labor, Community Colleges and ToolingU to establish the California Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship Collaborative. This program provides candidates with the skills they need to flourish in the manufacturing industry while also reducing manufacturers’ labor shortages.
Continue Reading >>On Saturday, March 25, from 10 am to 9 pm, select Charming Charlie locations will collect clothing donations and donate a percentage of their sales that day to Goodwill Southern California! Just mention Goodwill Southern California when you donate and…
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Univision 34 Los Angeles stops by as Goodwill Southern California offers an orientation information session for former American Apparel employees that provides training, education and employment services so they can re-enter the job force.
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Check out how Goodwill Southern California administers CAMAC in partnership with employers, College of the Canyons and other community colleges, online training provider ToolingU, and the Department of Labor.
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Actress Holly Robinson Peete, her husband former professional football quarterback Rodney Peete and family made a generous goods donation to Goodwill SoCal. Watch this webisode from their reality show “For Peete’s Sake” (on the Oprah Winfrey Network) and find out how they decided to declutter and start anew before their daughter Ryan goes away to college.
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Reporter Claudia Botero from Univision LA News visited Goodwill Southern California to share with viewers how they can help create jobs by donating items they no longer use.
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Spectrum News Southern California (formerly Time Warner Cable) visited Goodwill SoCal for an interview about the Give Back Box platform. See how simple it is to donate to Goodwill and help us Transform Lives Through The Power Of Work!
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KABC 7 News reporters interviewed Patrick McClenahan, Goodwill SoCal’s President & CEO about end-of-the-year donations. Find out how to help your community, help the planet and also benefit from potential tax deductions.
Continue Reading >>Click here to register: roadie.com/goodwill Free delivery up to $62 in value. Offer/credits expire February 28, 2017. Valid for one Gig per customer.
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Check out YouTube sensation Jenn Im’s (Clothes Encounters) Goodwill Throwback Haul Video, filmed at Goodwill Southern California’s Puente Hills Retail Store in Rowland Heights. Jenn found some amazing treasures and, at the same time, helped individuals with disabilities and disadvantages find jobs!
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KTLA Reporter Gayle Anderson visited our Fletcher Square store to share info on the Ugly Christmas Sweater trend with her viewers. The louder and crazier the better!
Continue Reading >>We’re making it easier than ever to trace your Goodwill donation receipts. With our donation tracker, you will no longer have to hold on to your paper receipt. Just register and, print a receipt when needed. All of your receipts will be…
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Leslie Lopez is on site to interview employers and job seekers.
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Gayle Anderson covers this unique hiring event.
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Sandra Bonilla from Telemundo LA visited one of our our Halloween Boo-tiques today. See the unique and affordable Halloween costumes she found!
Continue Reading >>Thank you to all our sponsors and supporters of the 2016 Goodwill Golf Classic. We are proud to share that your investment will directly impact the lives of the veterans we serve daily. We are so grateful for your support…
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What does Goodwill do with your clothes? Read this Huffington Post article to find out!
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Gayle Anderson from the KTLA Morning News stops by our Fletcher Square Halloween Boo-tique for some Halloween shopping and multiple costume changes!
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California and ARCO have partnered to Give Back to Our Communities Tesoro, a leading U.S. refiner and marketer of petroleum products and owner of the ARCO® brand, is partnering with Goodwill Southern California (GSC) to further our mission of “Transforming Lives…
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San Manuel Band of Mission Indians’ partnership with Goodwill Southern California has helped us serve thousands of job seekers at a time when the economy remains uncertain for the most vulnerable in our community. San Manuel’s support started in 2009…
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Read the inspirational story of Agustin Mascorro, who visited Goodwill Southern California’s NorthEast Los Angeles WorkSource Center and dedicated himself to finding a job. (Spanish language)
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On air personality Tina Mastramico interviews Goodwill SoCal President & CEO Patrick McClenahan, Museum of Social Justice Executive Director Leonora Barron, and Historian Archivist Keith Rice.
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LA Daily News’ Dennis McCarthy visits Goodwill Southern California’s Agoura Hills bookstore and attended donation center.
Continue Reading >>Image courtesy of La Plaza United Methodist Museum of Social Justice. Goodwill Southern California presents a special Exhibition in honor of our 100 year Anniversary! Katherine B. Higgins, pictured below, was the first woman to found a Goodwill. In 1916…
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View this Univision (Spanish language) story about how Goodwill Southern California helps workers obtain employment.
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For the past 4 years, Goodwill Southern California has partnered with The Albertsons Companies Foundation, The Vons Foundation and The Pavilions Foundation to bring jobs back to the Inland Empire. In 2016, the foundations invested in Goodwill Southern California’s Veterans…
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Green is Good Long before Leo DiCaprio and the Prius. Before we switched from tap water to bottled water to filtered water in a re-usable bottle. Before we switched from paper to plastic to re-usable totes. Way before “green” was…
Continue Reading >>Please Join Us for the Goodwill Southern California 11th Annual Golf Tournament! Monday, September 19, 2016 Mark Walberg, TV Personality Master of Ceremonies All proceeds from the tournament will go directly toward helping veterans through our Veteran Employment Programs which…
Continue Reading >>Friday, May 6 310 N. San Fernando Rd Los Angeles, CA 90031 9AM Store Hours: Mon – Sat 9a–9p Sun 10a – 8p Get ready to let your fashionista spirit run free as you shop our wide selection of deeply discounted,…
Continue Reading >>Stay In the Know with Good Texts! Text GOODWILLSOCAL to 833.226.4651 to Get Exclusive Offers & News, Including Information on Sales, Events and More! Frequently Asked Questions Will I be charged for Goodwill SoCal’s texts? No! Goodwill Southern California does not charge…
Continue Reading >>Friday, March 18 7360 Cherry Avenue Fontana, CA 92336 9AM Store Hours: Mon – Sat 9a–9p Sun 10a – 8p Get ready to let your fashionista spirit run free as you shop our wide selection of deeply discounted, one-of-a-kind clothing, accessories, home…
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Goodwill Southern California – 100 Years of Transforming Lives Through The Power Of Work.
Continue Reading >>Share a little Goodwill with your sweetheart! Take the Goodwill Date Night Challenge. Goodwill Date Night is sweeping the nation. The concept was initially conceived by a young couple in Florida. The idea is to dress each other in items purchased…
Continue Reading >>Friday, January 29 210 East Foothill Blvd. Pomona, CA 91767 Thurs – Sat 9a–9p Sun – Wed 10a – 8p Get ready to let your fashionista spirit run free as you shop our wide selection of deeply discounted, one-of-a-kind clothing,…
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In 2013, Goodwill Southern California (GSC) embarked on an ambitious endeavor to advance our mission impact in the Atwater Village /Glassell Park community. With collaborative funding from charitable organizations, including a generous gift of $50,000 from the S. Mark Taper…
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Maybe you’ve been there – or know someone who has. A family member, friend, neighbor – who lost their job and fell on hard times. That’s why Goodwill is here… to help now!
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KTLA stops by for some Halloween fun during Goodwill SoCal’s extended hours.
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Amy Schumer talks body image, women in the workforce
Continue Reading >>Halloween BOO-tique It’s Only Scary if You Miss Out! Shop Goodwill’s Halloween BOO-tique through October 31 and pick up your free Halloween tote filled with valuable specials and offers from our partners listed below*. Ghoulish, garish or glamorous. We’ve got it!…
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Gayle Anderson and KTLA 5 Morning News stop by Goodwill Southern California for back-to-school shopping
Continue Reading >>CALL 909.242.7999 to schedule a pre-screening workshop and get ready to get hired! Then, CLICK HERE to register for the Hiring Event online.
Continue Reading >>You Are Invited to Stand Down. Goodwill Southern California . 342 N. San Fernando Rd, Los Angeles 90031 Wednesday, May 20 . 8am to 5pm No Cost Services Provided: • Meal and Snack Service • Clothing • Haircuts and Makeovers…
Continue Reading >>Friday, December 19 3220 Hamner Avenue Norco, CA 92860 Thurs – Sat 9a–9p Sun – Wed 10a – 8p Shop our new Norco store, where it’s easier than ever to find the fabulous fashions you love, now sorted by size!…
Continue Reading >>Help us celebrate the greatest shopping weekend of the year and enjoy amazing offers and giveaways at all of our stores! Friday, November 25 ONE DOLLAR SALE on all green and purple tagged items, and, 100 FREE ITEMS throughout the store*. (Store hours:…
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KABC shares some GOOD tips for Halloween costume shopping.
Continue Reading >>This November, Goodwill Southern California, in partnership with Mayor Eric Garcetti and the Los Angeles County of Community and Senior Services, will hold our second hiring event – as part of the Mayor’s 10,000 Strong Veterans Hiring Initiative – at…
Continue Reading >>Halloween BOO-tique It’s Only Scary if You Miss Out! Shop Goodwill’s Halloween BOO-tique now through October 31 and pick up your free Halloween tote full of valuable specials and offers from the partners listed below*. Ghoulish, garish or glamorous. We’ve…
Continue Reading >>Friday, September 26 820 W. Beverly Blvd. Montebello, CA 90640 Thurs – Sat 9a–9p Sun – Wed 10a – 8p Shop our new Montebello store, where it’s easier than ever to find the fabulous fashions you love, now sorted by…
Continue Reading >>Important Notice to Our Valued Customers Goodwill Industries International is comprised of 165 independently operated corporations. Goodwill Southern California (GSC) has learned that some of these member organizations may have fallen victim to possible credit card data theft. The information…
Continue Reading >>Throughout Goodwill Southern California’s territory of Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, up to 25% of children live in poverty, over 26,000 youth are under supervision of the Probation Department, 34-54% of high school students drop out, and up…
Continue Reading >>Earn and Learn Youth Jobs Program Eligibility Requirements: L.A. County Resident 14-21 years of age Right to work in the U.S. Have a work permit, if under 18 Program Design: Work about 100 hours Up to 20 hours of Paid…
Continue Reading >>You Can Help. DONATE At first glance, Angel may not strike you as someone who needs help. But, despite a master’s degree and a lifetime of work experience, the 47-year-old lost everything. She’d been laid off from her job and…
Continue Reading >>Click here to Enter Our Earth Day Sweepstakes! Like us on Facebook and enter for a chance to win a Kindle Fire and a $25 Amazon Gift Card. How Can You and Goodwill Help the Environment? The average American discards about…
Continue Reading >>Offer only valid at participating Goodwill Southern California retail stores from April 14-19, 2014. May not be combined with other offers or redeemed for cash. Additional restrictions may apply. See store associate for details.
Continue Reading >>Your Employment Partner Goodwill Southern California’s first priority is helping people in need find sustainable employment. As one of the leading non-profit brands in the world, we maintain a large network of businesses, educators, community partners and government agencies. This…
Continue Reading >>Join us at our new flagship retail store and outlet center. 3150 N. San Fernando Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90065 Open Mon – Sat 9a – 9p, Sun 10a – 9p On opening weekend enjoy fabulous prizes and offers* at…
Continue Reading >>Ways to Share the Love (Goodwill SoCal style)… While others are devouring bonbons, making florists wealthy, and struggling to see by candlelight all in the name of romance, here are a few of our favorite ways to celebrate Love’s big…
Continue Reading >>Community Enrichment Center 3150 N. San Fernando Road, Los Angeles, CA 90065 The new Community Enrichment Center at Fletcher Square is a one-of-a-kind resource facility that brings to one location Goodwill Southern California’s top-rated career development and placement services, retail,…
Continue Reading >>Cozy Winter Fashions at Prices That’ll Warm Your Heart! 13245 Hawthorne Blvd. . Hawthorne, CA 90250 Open Mon – Sat, 9am – 9pm, Sun, 10am – 9pm Get ready to let your fashionista spirit run free as you shop our…
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Learn about Johnny and how he turned to Goodwill SoCal after leaving the military when his 5 month old daughter passed away.
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Goodwill Southern California uses available tools to serve the largest number of individuals with severe and multiple disabilities, including the U.S. Department of Labor’s Special Minimum Wage Certificate (FLSA 14c). Please watch this video and join the conversation.
Continue Reading >>You Can Help. DONATE “Every morning I read the letter I wrote my daughter when she died. It’s what keeps me going.” Watch Johnny’s Story Here. When Annabel was 5 1/2 months old, she became sick, so Johnny and his…
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At the age of 22, Candice Fedrick is no stranger to adversity. The third of eight children, Fedrick began preparing meals and looking after her five younger siblings at a young age, while her single mother worked. Fedrick’s mother did…
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Think you can’t find the perfect holiday gifts at Goodwill Southern California? Even for your hardest shoppers? ABC7 stops by GSC with Sasha Itzikman to find the perfect holiday gifts, even some unique treasures. Shop at Goodwill SoCal today!
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This mini documentary spotlights Candice, a 22-year-old who was living in her car when her sister encouraged her to learn more about Goodwill’s job training programs. After participating in one of these she was able to find a job as…
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Shay left her home in Washington, DC after her divorce to start a new life for her children. Watch as Shay gains a new life, a new house and new hope for her and her family with help from Goodwill….
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Monique had a a passion for baking from early on. Watch how Monique gained the confidence she needed to achieve her dream with help from Goodwill. What dreams do you have?
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Kevin found himself on his own from an early age. Watch Kevin as he starts his journey by unlocking his full potential with help from Goodwill. When have you fought for what you wanted?
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on November 20, 2013 As posted on KCET.org Driving along San Fernando Road in Glassel Park, one can’t help but pass a long stretch of wasteland by the corner of Fletcher Drive. A home to pigeons and gulls, it seems…
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Goodwill needs your donations to transform lives — not just for a moment. Not just for a day. But for good! We help thousands of individuals with disabilities and disadvantages prepare for and find (or get) good jobs.
Continue Reading >>Cozy Winter Fashions at Prices That’ll Warm Your Heart! 16835 Valley Blvd. . Fontana, CA 92335 Open Mon – Sat, 9am – 9pm, Sun, 10am – 9pm Get ready to let your fashionista spirit run free as you shop our…
Continue Reading >>Cozy Winter Fashions at Prices That’ll Warm Your Heart! 1120 A South Hacienda Blvd., Hacienda Heights, CA 91745 Open Mon – Sat, 9am – 9pm, Sun, 10am – 9pm Get ready to let your fashionista spirit run free as you…
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Think you can’t find the perfect holiday gifts at Goodwill Southern California? Even for your hardest shoppers? ABC7 stops by GSC with Sasha Itzikman to find the perfect holiday gifts, even some unique treasures. Watch here Shop at Goodwill SoCal…
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Ghoulish, Garish or Glamorous… Goodwill SoCal has it! Goodwill is your Halloween headquarters with hundreds of costumes available. Stop by our BOOtiques and get creative with Goodwill this Halloween!
Continue Reading >>GOODWILL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST OFFICIAL RULES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS You must read the following rules, terms and conditions before submitting any photo entries, and by submitting, acknowledge that you agree to these rules, terms and conditions. NO PURCHASE…
Continue Reading >>You Can Help. DONATE “We want people who come out of our programs to have dignity, and we believe there’s dignity in work.” When Craig, Goodwill Southern California’s President and CEO, first visited a Goodwill retail store, he saw employees…
Continue Reading >>With so many one-of-a-kind costumes and decorations, Goodwill Southern California is the perfect place to shop for Halloween! And, when you shop at, or donate to Goodwill, you help individuals with disabilities and disadvantages in your community secure sustainable employment…
Continue Reading >>The Community Enrichment Center at Fletcher Square is a one-of-a-kind resource facility that will bring to one location Goodwill Southern California’s top-rated career development and placement services, retail, culinary arts and environmental service offerings, as well as access to a…
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Learn more about Edwin’s experience in the Goodwill Youth Program.
Continue Reading >>This November, Goodwill Southern California will inaugurate an annual fundraising gala to honor and celebrate local heroes. The first annual Goodwill Gala for Heroes will salute veterans, including high profile community members and individuals from Entertainment and Business, who are…
Continue Reading >>We Couldn’t Have Done It Without You! All of us at Goodwill Southern California would like to express our sincere gratitude to every partner and volunteer that helped to make our first Veteran Stand Down a success. We were able…
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Learn more about Ariana’s powerful journey and her commitment to success at Goodwill.
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See how this young man is achieving new heights at Goodwill.
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Watch this powerful story of one man’s commitment to overcoming his troubled past and excelling at Goodwill.
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Learn more about Candice’s remarkable journey to success as a Youth Participant at Goodwill.
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We are thrilled with the staff Goodwill placed at our organization and love what they are doing. We saved time, money and a lot of trouble by partnering with Goodwill and now we know where to turn when we need…
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When we needed to find the right talent to help run the organization, we turned to the pros at Goodwill. We were very pleased with their service. They took care of everything and the staff they placed for us is…
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Advancement in business includes recognizing the role our business can play in our community and how it can empower other individuals. We value our partnership with Goodwill Southern California for helping us enrich our own communities. We have been amazed…
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Bank of America is proud to partner with Goodwill Southern California’s career development and placement services that, in 2012, helped place close to 8,000 people in jobs in our region. -Raul A. Anaya, President, Bank of America – Greater Los…
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A groovy chair!
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Perfect for the comic fanatic!
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Adam Bode served in the U.S. Navy as a Petty Officer Second Class Damage Control aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz from 2003 to 2008. He deployed to the Persian Gulf three times and completed one tour to Kandahar, Afghanistan….
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Sgt. Ruben Garza served as a drill instructor and tactical communications specialist in the United States Army for seven years; in Hawaii, Germany and other locations in Europe. After his discharge from service in 1983, Garza found it difficult to…
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Watch Ariana’s story here. In high school, Ariana Carbajal became homeless after her parents learned she was pregnant and asked her to leave. With nowhere to go, Carbajal moved in with an uncle. Her uncle provided her with a place…
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Watch David’s story here. David Fong first started as a Trainee in the Work Activity Program at the Goodwill Valley Campus. At that time, he had limited exposure to the community and little work experience. According to his Rehabilitation Counselor,…
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Watch Tommy’s story here. At the age of 13, Tommy Rodriguez began to use drugs and made several other poor choices that led to numerous prison stays. Rodriguez admits that he felt hopeless; he did not care about his life…
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Watch Candice’s story here. At the age of 22, Candice Fedrick is no stranger to adversity. The third of eight children, Fedrick began preparing meals and looking after her five younger siblings at a young age, while her single mother…
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Watch William’s story here. As an adult, William Cox was diagnosed with a disability. This made it difficult to find sustainable employment and resulted in financial hardship. His counselor at the Inland Regional Center referred Cox to Goodwill Southern California….
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Congrats to William on being recognized as Goodwill SoCal’s 2013 Achiever of the Year. Learn more about William’s heart-warming and inspiring story working at Goodwill.
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Goodwill needs your donations to transform lives — not just for a moment. Not just for a day. But for good! We help thousands of individuals with disabilities and disadvantages prepare for and find (or get) good jobs. But we…
Continue Reading >>DONE para el Día de la Tierra y reciba un sandwich gratis* Del 15-29 de Abril de 2013 Jersey Mike’s y Goodwill Southern California se unen para BIEN. Ayude a nuestro planeta donandole a Goodwill un bolso o caja lleno…
Continue Reading >>When you give at the register, or donate online, your donations will go directly to helping U.S. veterans prepare for and secure sustainable employment. Through our Veteran Employment Program, we provide career assistance to veterans, many of whom have served…
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Goodwill is Empowering Individuals through education, job training, and career opportunities. Discover why every time you shop or donate, you help Transform Lives.
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Pick your favorite color for whatever mood you are in!
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Some fresh new sneaks!
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Great for a Friday night out on the town!
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A kitchen must have!
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A red dress that will look great on!
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A woman can never have too many heels!
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Download PDF Goodwill Southern California (GSC) announced that after the 2012 completion of a 194.88 KW rooftop solar energy system at its San Fernando Valley regional headquarters (Lanark Street, Panorama City) it received a reimbursement check for $448,680 from the Los…
Continue Reading >>Podemos Ayudarle. Para ayudar en las necesidades de personas que buscan trabajo en Riverside, hemos abierto un centro de recursos de carrera. Aqui le ofrecemos: • Evaluación individual de carrera/trabajo • Talleres de capacitación • Talleres de escritura de curriculum…
Continue Reading >>We Can Help. To serve the needs of job seekers in Riverside, we’ve opened a new Career Resource Center. This state-of-the-art facility offers: • One-on-One Career Counseling • Training Workshops • Resume Writing Workshops • Interview Skills • Job Search…
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Ms. Haynes (28 years old) was a US Marine from 2005 thru 2009. She last served at HQHQRON, MCAS, Yuma, Arizona. Ms. Haynes Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) was that of a Personnel Clerk. Her unit
Continue Reading >>GSC Lancaster Store 1770 East Avenue J, Lancaster, CA 93535 Open Mon – Sat, 9am – 8pm & Sun, 10am – 8pm Join us for our Grand Opening festivities starting at 8:45am on Friday and let your fashionista spirit run…
Continue Reading >>Living Spaces has partnered with Goodwill Southern California to help inspire you to transform lives and your home for the holidays! When you donate your gently used or new clothing, shoes, accessories, household items, electronics and furniture to Goodwill Southern…
Continue Reading >>There’s only one thing better than finding the employees you want. Finding employees you’ll want a year from now. With Goodwill Southern California’s customized placement services, your company gains access to well-screened and trained employees, qualified for everything from entry-level…
Continue Reading >>Applebee restaurants will again provide a meal at no cost for all military active, retired and veterans on Sunday 11 November 2012. Proof of service is required in the form of a Service Retired I.D. card or other such proof….
Continue Reading >>VETERAN SARAH HAYNES FINDS SUCCESS WITH THE HELP OF GOODWILL Ms. Haynes (28 years old) was a US Marine from 2005 thru 2009. She last served at HQHQRON, MCAS, Yuma, Arizona. Ms. Haynes Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) was that of…
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Enter our Halloween Costume Contest for a chance to win $250. Strut your one-of-a-kind costume creativity. Visit your local Halloween BOOtique for inspiration!
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Looking for one-of-a-kind Halloween costumes and décor ideas? Visit your local Goodwill Halloween BOOtique today and create the fun filled memories for all your little goblins, ghouls, princesses, witches and more. And remember to keep your trick-or-treaters safe by carrying…
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Looking for one-of-a-kind Halloween costumes and décor ideas? Visit your local Goodwill Halloween BOOtique today and create the fun filled memories for all your little goblins, ghouls, princesses, witches and more. And remember to keep your trick-or-treaters safe by checking…
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Looking for one-of-a-kind Halloween costumes and décor ideas? Visit your local Goodwill Halloween BOOtique today and create the fun filled memories for all your little goblins, ghouls, princesses, witches and more. And remember to keep your trick-or-treaters safe by having…
Continue Reading >>Please visit our newest attended donation center: Mulholland Attended Donation Center 23305-C Mulholland Drive Woodland Hills, CA 91364 Open Mon – Sat, 9am – 8pm & Sun, 10am – 8pm Thank You for Your Support! Shop. Donate. Empower. When you…
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Goodwill wants to offer everyone the opportunity to find meaningful employment and they will help you get there. Goodwill offers various employment training programs for everyone. Here is their story on PBS’ Nightly Business Report on Oct. 5th, 2012.
Continue Reading >>Get into the Halloween spirit at a Goodwill BOOtique near you. Then, upload a pic of your ghoulish, garish or ghastly garb to our Facebook page for your chance to win $250!* We are also giving away a $50 GSC…
Continue Reading >>GOODWILL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST OFFICIAL RULES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS You must read the following rules, terms and conditions before submitting any photo entries, and by submitting, acknowledge that you agree to these rules, terms and conditions. NO PURCHASE…
Continue Reading >>16970 Bear Valley Rd. Victorville, CA 92395 Open Mon – Sat, 9am – 8pm & Sun, 10am – 8pm Let your fashionista spirit run free as you shop our wide selection of deeply discounted, one-of-a-kind clothing, accessories, homegoods and more!…
Continue Reading >>Celebrate All Weekend Long! Friday, July 20 thru Sunday, July 22 340 S. Fair Oaks Ave. Pasadena, CA 91105 Open Mon – Sat, 9am – 8pm & Sun, 10am – 8pm Join us for our Grand Opening festivities starting at…
Continue Reading >>When you donate your gently used items to Goodwill Southern California, you’re offering a hand-UP to individuals in need throughout…
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California World Record Earth Day Sweepstakes Official Rules No purchase necessary to enter or win. Void where prohibited. 1. Prize(s): Prize(s) will be awarded on or before 6-29-12. 2. Sponsors: Goodwill Industries of Southern California (DBA Goodwill Southern…
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Goodwill Southern California celebrated Earth Day by setting a World Record for the most usable goods donated in a 24 hour period. Donors brought their clothes, books, electronics, and household items to Goodwill Southern California stores and Universal Studios Hollywood….
Continue Reading >>On April 21st and 22nd, Goodwill Southern California, Universal Studios Hollywood and NBC4 are teaming up to host a World Record Breaking Earth Day Event! Bring your new and gently used items to Universal Studios Hollywood (9am to 5pm) or…
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Thanks to CNN for supporting Goodwill Southern California’s Boots to Suits for Veterans program! Good For Everyone.
Continue Reading >>You’ve served us, now let us serve you with $50 towards clothing and accessories to prepare for employment. Come into any one of our 70 retail stores from May 28th through the 30th to take part in this program for…
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Meet Bea, the oldest living female veteran of WW II and see how she is helping to insire others at a networking breakfast hosted by Goodwill Southern California’s Veteran Employment Program. Good For Everyone.
Continue Reading >>Goodwill SoCal was recently awarded its 11th consecutive 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency. According to Charity Navigator, America’s largest and most-utilized independent evaluator of charities, less than 1% of the…
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ABC Eyewitness News 7 profiles Goodwill Southern California during their 11AM newscast on the donations that Goodwill Southern California receives in December and how they help enrich Goodwill’s mission of providing education, training, and job opportunities to people with disabilities…
Continue Reading >>GOODWILL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HOLIDAY SHOPPING SPREE SWEEPSTAKES OFFICIAL RULES NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR RECEIVE A PRIZE 1. SWEEPSTAKES ENTRANTS AND PRIZE RECIPIENTS MUST BE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE FIFTY UNITED STATES AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 18 YEARS…
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Expert Lorie Marrero uses reminds to consider donating items to Goodwill Southern California stores to help people in our community. Good For Everyone.
Continue Reading >>Brad Turner-Little discusses why transitional jobs at Goodwill are so important to helping members of the community to move into the competitive workforce. Good For Everyone.
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Goodwill Industry Staff documents how the winner of the Donate Movement Contest was chosen.
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Lorie Marrero discusses simple ways to make sure you use the gift cards around your home so they do not go to waste. Good For Everyone.
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Green Bay Packer’s Wide Receiver Donald Driver shares exclusive video footage of him arriving at media day for Super Bowl XLV in Dallas, TX. Good For Everyone.
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NBC’s Jessica Vilchis explores the thrill of a fashion hunt! Goodwill Southern California is a treasure trove for vintage and designer clothes at incredible prices! Shopping at Goodwill helps many individuals with disabilities and disadvantages become productive and self-sufficient through…
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Did you know that your local Goodwill Southern California store carries a wide range of top name designer and retail fashions? Erica Olsen from Inside So Cal shows how you can easily put together great fall fashions for less! Shopping…
Continue Reading >>Slow economic growth means businesses, government and nonprofit organizations have to innovate to compete in a global economy. Communities need productive employees who will use their talent and creativity to produce results and grow our nation’s economy. October is National…
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Halloween Round Up on Good Day LA featuring creative costumes from Goodwill Southern California. Good For Everyone.
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Inside SoCal features creative Halloween costumes from Goodwill. Good For Everyone.
Continue Reading >>The seasonal flu shot is recommended every year to help protect you, your family and the community! Goodwill Southern California in partnership with the Los Angeles Department of Public Health is hosting a flu shot clinic at our 6th and…
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This Halloween, do your creative costume shopping at the Goodwill Southern California Halloween boutique. Amazing costumes can be put together entirely from items you find at Goodwill. From hats, to shoes, you can create your own one of a kind…
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Create and transform your own unique style at your local Goodwill Southern California retail store. Shop for fabulous fashion one of a kinds at deeply discounted prices. At Goodwill, you can find gently used and new designer clothes, shoes, and…
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Goodwill Halloween is the biggest month of the year for Goodwill Southern California. Go to your local Goodwill Southern California store for creative, inexpensive costumes. Good For Everyone.
Continue Reading >>The renovation is complete. Join the festivities!
Continue Reading >>What’s hot? Sheer, lacey, flowing, flirty, strappy, colorful, bright and light. Pale pinks, nudes and cobalt blue. We’ve got it all plus some great tips for keeping your cool this season. Mmmmm. Summer. Sun, shore and sea. Whether you’re sitting…
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NBA star Lamar Odom drops off his size 17 shoes at “Bag Your Shoes” donation drive at Los Angeles Sparks game. The Sparks teamed up with Goodwill Southern California and Waste Management to collect new and gently used shoes to…
Continue Reading >>Enter to win one of two designer outfits…
Continue Reading >>GOODWILL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FASHIONISTA SWEEPSTAKES OFFICIAL RULES NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR RECEIVE A PRIZE 1. SWEEPSTAKES ENTRANTS AND PRIZE RECIPIENTS MUST BE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE FIFTY UNITED STATES AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 18 YEARS OF AGE…
Continue Reading >>A big THANK YOU to everyone who entered Goodwill SoCal’s Fashionista Sweepstakes. Our winners will be announced soon. If you didn’t have a chance to enter this time you’ll have plenty of opportunities to win big with our Dorm Decorating…
Continue Reading >>Tuesday, September 27 11:30am to 3:30pm Registration opens at 11:00am 14565 Lanark Street Panorama City, CA 91402 South of Roscoe Blvd and West of Van Nuys Blvd Please Join Us for our Grand Opening Festivities! We will host a health…
Continue Reading >>Join us for our Grand Opening festivities starting at 8:45am on Friday, August 12, and let your frugalista spirit run free as you shop our wide selection of everyday values and great fashion one-of-a-kinds. Discover 400 free items hidden throughout the store and enter…
Continue Reading >>The Los Angeles Sparks and Waste Management have teamed up for the second annual ‘Bag your Shoes’ campaign. Bring new and gently used sneakers and shoes to the LA Sparks games at STAPLES Center on June 3rd from 4:30 pm to…
Continue Reading >>You are Invited to the Grand Opening of Goodwill’s New Attended Donation Center & Bookstore! 5683 Kanan Road Agoura Hills, CA 91301 Friday, June 24 9:45am Please join us for our ribbon cutting ceremony and enter for a chance to win a new…
Continue Reading >>Looking for a way to beat the recession, have fun and do some good all at the same time? Try hosting a swapping party to trade items you no longer need or use for some new-to-you finds from your friends’…
Continue Reading >>Jacqueline Kennedy said, “There are many little ways to enlarge your child’s world. Love of books is the best of all.” The love of reading can be instilled from a very early age by exposing children to a wide variety…
Continue Reading >>Congratulations and many thanks to our phenomenal team and valued partner, the City of Palmdale, for successfully opening the new South Valley WorkSource Center at 38150 Sierra Highway. Goodwill and the City of Palmdale are transforming lives by helping thousands…
Continue Reading >>Planet Green™ and Goodwill® are working together to help raise awareness about the power of donations for your community and the environment. Planet Green — the television network devoted to conscious living – is a proud partner of the Donate Movement…
Continue Reading >>Thanks to our terrific retail team and the community of Chino Hills for their warm welcome.
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Continue Reading >>Only in Los Angeles could you just as easily see, say, Reese Witherspoon wearing vintage on the red carpet as you could shop directly from the set of, say, Sweet Home Alabama. Heading back to LA this weekend for the…
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California (GSC) was excited to open its new store in Colton. This store provides first-class merchandise at deeply discounted prices with the proceeds going to support Goodwill programs benefiting people with vocational disadvantages and disabilities, homeless, veterans, ex-offenders,…
Continue Reading >>Participants are entered in a drawing to win a $50 Goodwill Gift Certificate!
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California (GSC) was excited to open this center located at 41785 Nicole Lane, Suite A-6 in the city of Temecula. Opening festivities included attendees from local government, media, chamber, business and community partners, as well as Goodwill staff. Items…
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Continue Reading >>It’s time for End Of Year Giving and if you’re thinking of making one last donation for 2010, you should consider Goodwill Southern California. Take advantage of the charitable deduction on your taxes, or for any reason, you’ll be helping…
Continue Reading >>Receive a charitable tax deduction on your 2010 tax return and make a difference.
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California (GSC) celebrated a grand opening of a new Bookstore and Attendant Donation Center (ADC) in Norco.
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California (GSC) celebrated a grand opening of a new Bookstore and Attendant Donation Center (ADC) in Norco. This will provide the city with a location for donated items to be resold and recycled that will go to support…
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California (GSC) celebrated a grand re-opening on Altadena Drive in Pasadena. The newly remodeled store now boasts an upgraded store image, making it more than your typical thrift store. GSC was joined by many city representatives, Officials from…
Continue Reading >>Goodwill Southern California celebrated the Pasadena store grand re-opening!
Continue Reading >>For Once In My Life (FOIML) is a film that follows the inspiring story of the Spirit of Goodwill band. The unique assembly of singers and musicians, all with a wide range of severe mental and physical challenges, share the…
Continue Reading >>Mukesh Ambani, India’s richest man, has spent $1 billion home and seven years building the home covering 400,000 square feet on 27 floors, all for a family of six. Mukesh Ambani, India’s richest man, has spent $1 billion home and…
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Continue Reading >>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 2, 2010 GOODWILL IS HELPING PEOPLE FIND WORK DESPITE SLOW ECONOMIC GROWTH Jobless Americans Struggle with Long-Term Unemployment Los Angeles, May 4, 2010 — Federal government officials have said that the economy is on the road…
Continue Reading >>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts: Christianne Ray, community relations manager for Goodwill Southern California, 323.539.2095 or cray@goodwillsocal.org. GreatNonprofits lists Goodwill Southern California as top-rated Included on highly rated non-profit list for job training and placement Los Angeles, Calif., Feb. 11,…
Continue Reading >>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts: Christianne Ray, community relations manager for Goodwill Southern California, 323.539.2095 or cray@goodwillsocal.org. Goodwill launches online bookstore Los Angeles, Calif., Feb. 26, 2010 – Goodwill Southern California (GSC) has launched an online site to sell books….
Continue Reading >>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Christianne Ray, Goodwill Southern California, 323.539.2095 MEDIA ALERT This Earth Day, reuse and reduce with Goodwill Los Angeles, April 15, 2010 – Thursday, April 22 marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, and one of the…
Continue Reading >>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts: Christianne Ray, community relations manager for Goodwill Southern California, 323.539.2095 or cray@goodwillsocal.org. Goodwill Southern California Earns High Marks from Charity Navigator – Receives ninth consecutive four-star ranking for fiscal responsibility Los Angeles, Calif., May 2010…
Continue Reading >>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts: Christianne Ray, community relations manager for Goodwill Southern California, 323.539.2095 or cray@goodwillsocal.org. Goodwill partners with Girl Scouts for Good Turn Day Girl Scouts donate to Goodwill Los Angeles, Calif., Feb. 26, 2010 – Goodwill Southern…
Continue Reading >>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts: Lowell King, (909) 386-6230 direct (951) 545-1170 cell lking@goodwillsocal.org Goodwill creating Hope, Jobs and Futures for those in need Recognition ceremony honors outstanding Goodwill achievers and valued business partners Los Angeles, Calif., June 22, 2010…
Continue Reading >>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts: Lea Fierro, community relations coordinator for Goodwill Southern California, 323.539.2152 or lfierro@goodwillsocal.org Goodwill creating Hope, Jobs and Futures Recognition ceremony honors outstanding Goodwill achievers and valued business partners Los Angeles, Calif., May 21, 2010 –…
Continue Reading >>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts: Christianne Ray, community relations manager for Goodwill Southern California, 323.539.2095 or cray@goodwillsocal.org. People with Disabilities Are Earning Jobs with Goodwill’s Help Goodwill® Commemorates the 20th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act Los Angeles, July…
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Continue Reading >>In 2009 GSC diverted 14.6 million pounds of textile waste from landfills, recycled 5.5 million pounds of electronics and recycled 5.9 million pounds of paper. We have been an eco-conscious organization for 94 years, and we do it through three…
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Goodwill Southern California Re-Models The office tower and cafeteria, auditorium, and outlet center were added to the original building in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
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“The Smiling G” Designed by Joseph Selame, the smiling G becomes the universally recognized Goodwill logo.
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“The Paycheck” Norman Rockwell gives Goodwill the much-loved painting, “The Paycheck.”
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“Good Willy” A Goodwill public relations director asks Milton Caniff to draw a cartoon. The result is “Good Willy,” who becomes a beloved and well-known symbol of Goodwill efforts.
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Goodwill Helps People with Disabilities Goodwill becomes known for helping people with disabilities through job training
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“Salvage for Victory” The attack on Pearl Harbor galvanized Americans and Goodwill. Goodwill adopts a new slogan – Salvage for Victory.
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Goodwill Southern California Move to 342 N. San Fernando Road The land on which our L.A. Campus stands today was donated to Goodwill Southern California in the early 1930s by a generous couple who chose to remain anonymous. The campus…
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Goodwill Helps After the Stock Market Crash of 1929 Goodwill is able to help thousands of people who become destitute after Wall Street crashes.
Continue Reading >>Goodwill expands services into the Inland Empire.
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“Not Charity, But a Chance” This popular Goodwill slogan is put to use to publicize Goodwill’s efforts to give people hope and independence through work.
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Purchased Donations Top $1 Million for the First Time An exciting time when purchased donations top $1 million for the first time ever!
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Goodwill Southern California Moves in the Early 1920s Goodwill Southern California moves to the second floor of the “Baker Block”, a beautiful building on North Main Street.
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Goodwill International Expands in 1920s With the Methodist church backing expansion, by 1920 there were 15 Goodwills, including Morgan Memorial. In subsequent decades, the relationship with the church would gradually lessen as Goodwill sought leaders from outside the ministry, and…
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Goodwill Southern California Opens its Very First Store That day, 200 shoppers purchased goods totaling $126. In 2001, revenues from retail operations and other sources of income amounted to $145 million. Today, Goodwill Southern California operates 72 retail stores, 44…
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The Goodwill Name is Born Representatives from a workshop in Brooklyn, NY, come to Boston to learn Helms’ techniques. They adopt the Morgan Memorial way and Helms adopts their name – Goodwill Industries
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Goodwill gets trucks Four-wheeled motorized trucks are first put into service for Goodwill
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Goodwill Industries Founded Reverend Edgar J. Helms, a Methodist minister and founding father of Goodwill Industries, with the help of his congregation, collected used household goods and clothing being discarded in wealthier areas of the city, then trained and hired…
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