GSC CITYBOYZ GIVEBACK COMMUNITY DRIVE COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS On December 13, Goodwill Southern California partnered with CityBoyz to host the 6th Annual CityBoyz Giveback Community Drive at the LAPD Rampart Station. Complimentary haircuts, food, clothing, employment resources and essential services were provided to unhoused individuals and families in need of support. Our partner, Impacts, distributed backpacks and supplies. The event brought together volunteers, donors, and community partners in a powerful display of compassion and shared commitment to uplifting our community. L.A. County Fair Goodwill SoCal participated for the third year in the nonprofit corner at the LA County Fair held annually at the Fairplex in Pomona. Organizations are invited to host a resource booth during the run of the fair in the month of May. The Fair offers access to thousands of guests to engage, educate, and hopefully inspire them to donate, shop, and give monetarily in support of Goodwill’s programs and employment services. Fairgoers often share their experiences with thrifting and donating, which opens opportunities to speak about the individuals we serve and to share how important it is to think of Goodwill first when donating. Coffee with the Cops In 2025, Goodwill SoCal partnered with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) to bring Coffee with the Cops events to select Goodwill stores. The events created a welcoming space for shoppers, donors, and community members to connect with local officers, discuss public safety concerns, and learn about community resources and Goodwill’s workforce services. LAPD officers and commanders also showed their support for Goodwill stores in communities experiencing higher levels of crime. Through coffee, conversation, and connection, the events helped strengthen relationships between Goodwill, law enforcement, and the communities we serve. 16 | GOODWILL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2025
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