activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 7
- Direct employment of individuals through Goodwill operations Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesEmploys individuals directly within Goodwill’s own operations, providing job opportunities such as Clerk Processor roles and supporting long-term career growth and transitions into new positions.
- Sustainable goods diversion through retail operations Donation-Based Reuse & ResaleDiverts over 22 million pounds of textiles and household goods from landfills annually by selling donated items through physical retail locations and online platforms, supporting both environmental sustainability and funding for workforce programs.
- Sustainable goods diversion through retail operations Donation-Based Reuse & ResaleDiverts over 22 million pounds of textiles and household goods from landfills annually by selling donated items through retail and online channels.
- Sustainable goods diversion through retail operations Donation-Based Reuse & ResaleDiverts over 22 million pounds of textiles and household goods from landfills annually by selling donated items through physical and online retail channels.
- WIOA program for out-of-school youth Career Pathways Development & Workforce AlignmentAdministers the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program targeting out-of-school youth, with enrollment set to begin July 1, 2026.
- Workforce training and job placement programs Retail and Customer Service Training ProgramsOffers comprehensive workforce training including career assessment, coaching, job placement, certification guidance, and barrier navigation, with specialized programs in retail, custodial services, digital office skills, nonprofit case management, and job readiness. These services are provided free to community members and include participation in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program for out-of-school youth.
- Workforce training and job placement programs Retail and Customer Service Training ProgramsOffers comprehensive workforce training including career assessment, coaching, job placement, certification guidance, and barrier navigation, with free job readiness courses and specialized training in retail, custodial services, digital office skills, and nonprofit case management.
strategies · 29
how they think
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- Certification-Integrated Workforce Training certification-integrated workforce trainingEmbeds industry-recognized certifications, such as the NCSA Direct Contact Service Professional Certification, into training curricula to increase employability for frontline roles.
- Certification-Integrated Workforce Training certification-integrated workforce trainingEmbeds industry-recognized certifications into training programs—such as NCSA and ISSA credentials—to ensure participants are job-ready for frontline and custodial roles in high-demand sectors.
- Certification-Integrated Workforce Training certification-integrated workforce trainingEmbeds industry-recognized certifications into training programs to increase workforce readiness and job placement success, particularly for frontline roles in retail and custodial sectors.
- Circular Economy Funding Model circular_economy_modelUses proceeds from the resale of donated goods through retail and online sales to fund job training and employment services, creating a self-sustaining cycle that also diverts waste from landfills.
- Circular Economy Funding Model circular_economy_modelUses revenue generated from the resale of donated goods in retail and online stores to fund job training and employment services, creating a self-sustaining economic model.
- Circular Economy Funding Model circular_economy_modelUses revenue generated from the resale of donated goods in retail and online stores to fund job training and employment services, creating a self-sustaining model that also diverts waste from landfills.
- Circular Economy Funding Model circular_economy_modelGenerates revenue by reselling donated goods through retail and online channels, using proceeds to fund job training and employment services while simultaneously promoting environmental sustainability.
- Community-Centered Workforce Development community-centered workforce developmentDesigns workforce training programs specifically for underserved communities to democratize access and promote long-term favorable outcomes by aligning services with the needs of those populations.
- Community-Centered Workforce Development community-centered workforce developmentDesigns workforce training programs specifically for underserved communities to democratize access and promote long-term favorable outcomes by tailoring services to the needs of those populations.
- Community-Centered Workforce Development community-centered workforce developmentDesigns workforce training programs specifically tailored to underserved communities to democratize access and promote long-term favorable employment outcomes by addressing systemic barriers and local needs.
- First-Come, First-Served Assistance Model first-come, first-served assistance modelOffers support for employment barriers on a first-come, first-served basis to ensure equitable and timely access to services, prioritizing immediacy and fairness in service delivery.
- First-Come, First-Served Employment Support first-come, first-served assistance modelOffers immediate assistance to individuals facing employment barriers through a first-come, first-served model, prioritizing rapid access to services.
- First-Come, First-Served Employment Support first-come, first-served assistance modelOffers assistance in overcoming employment barriers through a first-come, first-served model, ensuring open access to services without preregistration or selection criteria.
- First-Come, First-Served Employment Support Model first-come, first-served assistance modelOffers assistance in overcoming employment barriers through a first-come, first-served approach, ensuring equitable access to immediate support services.
- General Workforce Development for Employment Access workforce_developmentOffers job skills training and workforce development programs to help community members gain employment, focusing on practical skill-building and job placement.
- General Workforce Development for Employment Access workforce_developmentProvides job skills training and workforce development programs aimed at helping community members secure employment, forming a foundational component of economic inclusion efforts.
- Holistic Workforce Development holistic workforce developmentProvides integrated workforce development and financial capability services that support long-term personal and economic wellness, recognizing that sustainable employment requires more than technical skills.
- Holistic Workforce and Financial Capability Development holistic workforce developmentProvides integrated workforce development and financial capability services that support long-term personal and global wellness, addressing both employment and broader economic stability.
- Holistic Workforce and Financial Capability Development holistic workforce developmentProvides integrated workforce development and financial capability services that support long-term personal and global wellness, addressing broader determinants of economic stability.
- Holistic Workforce and Financial Capability Development holistic workforce developmentProvides integrated workforce development and financial capability services with the theory that addressing both employment and financial wellness leads to sustainable personal and global well-being.
- Industry Credential Partnership Model industry-credential partnershipPartners with recognized industry bodies like ISSA’s Cleaning Management Institute to deliver credible, market-valued credentials that enhance job readiness and sector mobility.
- Reuse and Resale for Environmental Impact reuse-and-resaleLeverages retail and online sales of donated goods to divert waste from landfills and promote environmental sustainability through reuse.
- Tiered Certification Model for Skills Progression tiered certification trainingUses a tiered certification system (basic and advanced) to systematically build custodial skills from foundational cleaning to complex restoration tasks, enabling career advancement.
- Tiered Certification-Integrated Training Model certification-integrated workforce trainingIntegrates industry-recognized certifications into tiered training programs—ranging from foundational to advanced levels—to prepare individuals for specific frontline roles in retail and custodial services through structured skill progression.
- Tiered Skill Development Model tiered certification trainingUses a tiered certification approach to progressively build job skills, starting from foundational custodial tasks to advanced restoration work, enabling career advancement through structured learning pathways.
- WIOA-Supported Workforce Development workforce-developmentLeverages the WIOA program to provide work experience, on-the-job training, and financial support for postsecondary education, enhancing employment readiness and career advancement.
- Work-Based Learning and Education Support workforce-developmentDelivers work experience, on-the-job training, and financial support for postsecondary education through programs like WIOA to build sustainable career pathways.
- Workforce Development Through WIOA workforce-developmentLeverages the WIOA program to provide work experience, on-the-job training, and financial support for postsecondary education, connecting participants to structured pathways for employment.
- Workforce Development with WIOA-Supported Training and Education workforce-developmentDelivers work experience, on-the-job training, and financial support for postsecondary education through the WIOA program to increase employment readiness and career advancement.
named programs · 2
what they call their work
Job Assistance Services
Offers resume support, interview preparation, and online application navigation to help job seekers re-enter the workforce
Workforce Development Program
Provides job training, career counseling, and employment placement services to help individuals gain sustainable employment
relationships · 5
who they work with
- ISSA's Cleaning Management Institute Partner — Offers the Certified Custodial Technician credential through the Maintenance Technician program.
- National Customer Service Association Partner — Provides the Direct Contact Service Professional Certification included in the Retail Customer Service program.
- SETA Sac Works Partner — Partner organization collaborating on workforce development initiatives.
- The Grove Partner — Partner agency that referred Anthony to Goodwill for job assistance.
- The Non Profit Podcast Network Partner — Collaborates on podcast content to promote awareness of Goodwill's workforce development mission