Goodwill Adds More Resources for Hiring and Supporting Military Veterans
September 18, 2018
Bill Forbes, Goodwill’s director of risk management, said he won the figurative lottery when he enlisted in the military at age 18. “I preferred an assignment in Florida, and my…
Recruiter with Unique Tattoos Praises Goodwill on Acceptance & Inclusion
September 5, 2018
When it comes to hiring a new employee, Candace Bagley knows how to find talent. “I graduated valedictorian twice in college, earning two degrees in human resources and business management.…
Petersburg Students Earn Valuable Work Experience through Summer Youth Program
August 22, 2018
Nearly 20 students from Petersburg High School (PHS) are preparing for a new school year with valuable knowledge gained from spending their summer in Goodwill’s Youth Work Experience Program. “This…
20-Year Navy Veteran Brings Leadership Skills to Goodwill
August 8, 2018
During his 20 years in the U.S. Navy, Roosevelt Grandberry served at naval installations on five continents and sailed across the Equator twice. “I went to a lot of bases,…
Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia Named Finalist for ChamberRVA IMPACT Award
August 7, 2018
ChamberRVA has named Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia one of three finalists among large organizations for its 2018 IMPACT awards. The honor recognizes businesses that have made a positive…
Goodwill Earns Distinguished “Virginia Values Veterans” Certification
July 31, 2018
Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia received certification from the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Virginia Values Veterans (V3) program, joining more than 300 Virginia businesses and organizations recognized for their commitment…
Goodwill Associate Wins Three Medals, Including Gold, At Special Olympics USA Games
July 16, 2018
Richard Cuevas, a Goodwill associate at the Petersburg retail location, cannot walk around the store without sounding like a champion. The three medals he won at the 2018 Special Olympics…
Goodwill Revamps Services to Help Newly Employed Individuals Succeed
July 16, 2018
As part of its strategy to create long-term employment stability for the people it serves, Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia now provides success coaches to support individuals for 12…
Goodwill Partnership Turns Local Dry Cleaner into One-Stop Shop for Donors
July 10, 2018
Time is money, and Zips Dry Cleaners in Richmond helps customers save both. The business, which offers same-day dry cleaning at just $2.29 per garment, recently added another convenience at…
Goodwill Vocational Programs Help New Father Earn Work Experience and Teach Others
July 2, 2018
2018 is a year of firsts for Philip Sawyer. He welcomed his first child, bought his first car and moved into his first apartment. The Portsmouth native said his job…
