$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 […]
New Goodwill Donation Center in Riviera Beach | Donate Today
New Goodwill Riviera Beach opens April 18, 2024—donate to support local job training programs. The Goodwill donation center Riviera Beach officially opened its doors on April 18, 2024, marking an exciting expansion of Goodwill Industries of the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast’s mission to create employment opportunities through donations. This new location at 1850 West Blue Heron […]
New Goodwill Donation Center in Boca Raton | Donate Today
New Goodwill Donation Center Opens in Boca Raton – Donate & Change Lives! Boca Raton, FL – Goodwill has opened a brand-new donation center in Boca Raton, making it easier than ever to donate your gently used items while supporting job training, sustainability, and our local community. Located at 222 Yamato Road, this Goodwill donation center in Boca Raton offers […]
Goodwill Bingo 2025 Challenge – Play, Thrift, WIN!
Enter to WIN $50 gift card Download Bingo Cards Here Do you love thrift shopping and giving back to the community? Now you can do both—and win prizes while you’re at it! Introducing our Goodwill Bingo Contest! All you need to do is complete a bingo card for a chance to win a $50 gift […]
Goodwill & STUG Partner to Provide Free Computers, Close Digital Divide
In Sarasota, the Goodwill STUG free computers initiative is helping bridge the digital divide by providing essential technology to those in need. From students to job seekers, this partnership is creating opportunities for education, employment, and connection. In today’s world, technology is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. From online classes to job applications, healthcare […]
Goodwill Manasota Welcomes Katie Van Gompel as VP of Marketing
Goodwill Manasota welcomes Katie Van Gompel as VP of Marketing. Learn how her leadership will drive growth and community impact.
Goodwill Manasota Announces 2025-2026 Board of Directors
Local Leaders Join to Drive Job Training and Community Impact in Sarasota and Bradenton SARASOTA/BRADENTON, FL – Goodwill Manasota is proud to introduce its 2025-2026 Board of Directors, a team of dedicated community leaders committed to advancing the organization’s mission of empowering individuals through job training and career services. Chaired by Betsy Benac, a former Manatee […]
New Donation Center in Lakewood Ranch
Goodwill Manasota Opens New Attended Donation Center in Lakewood Ranch SARASOTA/BRADENTON, FL – Goodwill Manasota is expanding its efforts to strengthen communities and reduce barriers to employment by opening new retail and donation centers. In late February, the organization launched a 2,030-square-foot attended donation center (ADC) in Lakewood Ranch, located at 7180 University Parkway. This new Waterside ADC offers a convenient drop-off […]
Florida TaxWatch Highlights Goodwill’s $1.2B Statewide Impact
Through jobs, wider workforce development, and mission services, Goodwills profoundly impact the economy as well as the lives of individuals and families throughout the state TALLAHASSEE, FL – In December, Florida TaxWatch (FTW) released its report, “More Than A Store: The Fiscal and Economic Impacts of Goodwill in Florida,” during a press conference at the […]
Goodwill, Gail Baird Foundation Brighten Holidays for Local Veterans
Ten veterans and their families provided with significant support through holiday season allocation from Gail Baird Foundation covering Thanksgiving and Christmas SARASOTA/BRADENTON, FL – On December 23, the collaboration between Goodwill Manasota and the Gail Baird Foundation – which has helped to provide Thanksgiving turkeys, sides and special gifts for hundreds of area veterans and […]