Our Mission is Changing Lives, Transforming Communities
Barriers to employment exist for thousands in our communities who lack the skills or have significant mental and physical disabilities. Yet, for many, finding ways to learn and develop these skills has become increasingly difficult. Goodwill provides opportunities for individuals with barriers to enhance their lives.
Fortunately, there’s Goodwill. Our many Mission Services programs create opportunities for individuals to develop important skills, overcome barriers, and advance in the workplace. We give thousands of individuals in the 18 northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin counties we serve access to opportunities that change their lives.
Donations from individuals, companies and organizations are the first vital step in putting our Mission into motion. Sales of everything from lightly used clothing to computers, housewares to handbags, books to boots and toys for tots helps generate the revenue that powers our many Mission Services programs.
We’re on a Mission. Won’t you join us?
Reach higher and dream bigger by attaining your High School Equivalency.
Opening doors, overcoming barriers with job readiness and job search skills.
Giving individuals the opportunity to complete required service hours while providing valuable service to their community.
Providing scholarships at local community colleges for individuals with disabilities.
Helping connect businesses with pre-screened job candidates.
Providing job opportunities for adults with disabilities.
Goodwill Mission Services participants in the spotlight
Helping young adults get a fresh start in life
Helping US Military Veterans with long-term, meaningful employment