Earth Day and the Power of Thrift
April 17, 2026
Earth Day is a reminder that the choices we make every day can have a lasting impact. From what we bring into our homes to … Continue reading "Earth Day…
Partnering for Employment: How Our Mission Impact Team Connects Job Seekers to Opportunity
June 23, 2025
At Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia, our Mission Impact team plays a vital role in helping individuals access meaningful employment. This team, includes dedicated … Continue reading "Partnering for…
The True Cost of Fast Fashion: Why Secondhand Shopping is the Future
May 6, 2025
By Laura Faison, Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia Each year, Americans discard millions of tons of clothing, much of it barely worn. Fast fashion—trendy, … Continue reading "The True…
The Goodwill Opportunity Fair with VDSS: A New Approach to Employment and Empowerment
April 22, 2025
On March 26, 2025, Goodwill hosted a job fair at the Richmond Support Center at 6301 Midlothian Turnpike. Although the organization has held many job … Continue reading "The Goodwill…
Thrift vs. Fast Fashion: Why Gen Z Is Choosing Secondhand
April 21, 2025
As sustainability takes center stage in the fashion industry, a new wave of consumers is redefining style choices. Gen Z, in particular, is gravitating towards … Continue reading "Thrift vs.…
Shifting to Thrifting – Empowering a More Sustainable Environment by Shopping Second-Hand
April 18, 2025
By Felicia Czochanski With Earth Day coming up on April 22 we’ll all be reminded to evaluate our everyday choices and consider what impact they … Continue reading "Shifting to…
The Ultimate Closet Clean-Out Guide: How to Declutter and Donate with Purpose
February 19, 2025
Spring is the season of renewal, making it the perfect time to refresh your space, declutter your home, and make a meaningful impact in your … Continue reading "The Ultimate…
Beyond Back-to-School
July 20, 2023
By: Jenna Isaacson Pfueller There are things you typically think about getting in preparation for your kids going back-to-school– clothes, shoes, and school supplies, for … Continue reading "Beyond Back-to-School"
Six Tips to Donate and Recycle
May 2, 2022
The annual celebration of Earth Day last month serves as a great reminder to “go green” and support a sustainable future for our planet by … Continue reading "Six Tips…
What Happens to All Those Donated Books?
April 18, 2022
Millions of books are donated to Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia every year (that’s just our region alone!) While many of those are sold … Continue reading "What Happens…
