Goodwill to Open First-Ever Bookstore in Stuart
Video by WPTV. Goodwill Announces First-Ever Bookstore, Open in Stuart Get ready to browse the shelves, book lovers! Goodwill Industries of the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its first-ever bookstore in Stuart. This exciting new venture is more than just a place to find your next great read—it’s a […]
Community Invests in Local Heroes
Community Invests in Local Heroes: Goodwill’s Veterans Services Program Receives $17,500 Boost The spirit of Veterans Day is alive and well in our community, and this year, that spirit translated into powerful, tangible support for the heroes who have served our nation. Goodwill Manasota is thrilled to announce that our Veterans Services program received generous contributions totaling $17,500 from […]
New Partnership Expands Access to Free Mobility Equipment in Bradenton
Inspired by a Sister: How a Personal Journey Sparked a Community-Wide Mission for Mobility For Sophia Sharypov, the challenge of accessing mobility equipment wasn’t an abstract issue—it was a reality she witnessed daily in the life of her twin sister, Maria, who was born with cerebral palsy. Seeing firsthand how financial barriers could limit independence […]
Expanding Our Veterans Services
Goodwill Manasota Significantly Expands Access to Critical Veterans Services Veterans Services are now more accessible than ever before in the Suncoast region. Goodwill Manasota is proud to announce the major expansion of its Veterans Services program, now available at all six of its Community Resource Centers across Sarasota, Bradenton, North Port, and Arcadia. This strategic move eliminates barriers to access, […]
Free Tax Preparation: Your Year-Round Guide to Maximizing Refunds
Free Tax Preparation by Vita Tax (SARASOTA, FL) – For many hard-working individuals and families, tax season can be a source of stress and financial burden. The cost of professional tax preparation can feel overwhelming, and the fear of missing out on valuable credits is real. What if you could access expert, free tax preparation […]
Goodwill Manasota Earns 3-Year CARF Accreditation | Excellence in Workforce Development
Goodwill Manasota Achieves Prestigious 3-Year CARF Accreditation: A Testament to Excellence in Workforce Development BRADENTON, FL – In a significant milestone for our organization and the communities we serve, Goodwill Manasota has been awarded the highest level of CARF accreditation for an additional three years. This esteemed recognition, valid through 2027, reaffirms our commitment to delivering exceptional employment services, veteran support programs, […]
Goodwill Manasota receives funding to bolster financial literacy in community
Goodwill Manasota receives funding to bolster financial literacy in community Three-year grant totaling $192,000 from United Way Suncoast will help to lower barriers to success, assist employees and community members in achieving financial stability SARASOTA/BRADENTON, FL – In an effort to help community members achieve financial stability, United Way Suncoast has awarded Goodwill […]
New Goodwill Donation Center in Bradenton | Lake Flores ADC
Bradenton, FL – Goodwill Manasota is excited to announce the opening of its newest attended donation center (ADC) in Bradenton, FL! The Lake Flores ADC, located at 8004 Cortez Rd. W. (formerly Ghost Street Kitchen), will officially open on June 30, providing a convenient donation drop-off location for residents in Lakewood Ranch, West Bradenton, and Cortez. This expansion supports Goodwill’s mission of changing lives through the power of work by […]
GoodPartner Coach Program Receives $65K Grant to Transform 800+ Lives | Goodwill Manasota
Goodwill Manasota’s GoodPartner Coach Program Receives $65,000 Grant from The Ralph S. French Charitable Foundation For the 14th consecutive year, The Ralph S. French Charitable Foundation has demonstrated its commitment to workforce development by awarding a $65,000 grant to Goodwill Manasota’s GoodPartner Coach program. This sustained partnership, totaling over $910,000 in cumulative support since 2011, […]
$10K Grant Funds Free Education for Goodwill Employees
How a $10,000 Grant from the Bishop-Parker Foundation is Powering Free Education for Goodwill Employees When you donate to Goodwill or shop at our stores, you’re not just decluttering your home—you’re funding free education and career training for hardworking individuals in Sarasota, Bradenton, and beyond. Thanks to a $10,000 grant from the Bishop-Parker Foundation, even more Goodwill Manasota employees can now access the Pursuit […]