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GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY

CA · EIN 951652910 · $78.9M rev · operational · www.sdgoodwill.org
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Operational nonprofit providing employment training and job placement services for people with disabilities and other barriers to employment in San Diego County. Funds programs through retail operations, donation drives, and corporate partnerships. Offers free career workshops, resume assistance, and specialized support for veterans, young adults, and individuals receiving disability benefits.

activities · 52

what they do

direct service · 52
  • Accepts car donations as part of its revenue generation model to support free employment and training programs.
  • Accepts car donations as part of its revenue generation model to support free programs.
  • Accepts car donations as part of its revenue generation and donation services to support free job training and employment programs.
  • Accepts donated vehicles as part of its revenue generation services to support free employment and training programs.
  • Accepts car donations as part of its revenue generation and donation services.
  • Career advising services Personalized Career Advising
    Provides one-on-one career advising services in person or online, in English or Spanish, to support individuals in achieving employment goals.
  • Community cleanup events Community Litter and Waste Cleanups
    Co-hosts free community cleanup events with partners such as EDCO, Waste Management, and local cities, accepting reusable item donations and promoting environmental stewardship.
  • Community cleanup events with donation collection Community Litter and Waste Cleanups
    Co-hosts free community cleanup events with waste management partners in cities like El Cajon, accepting reusable item donations while supporting local environmental efforts.
  • Community cleanup events with donation collection Community Litter and Waste Cleanups
    Co-hosts free community cleanup events with waste management partners and local governments, accepting reusable item donations while promoting environmental and community well-being.
  • Organizes, coordinates, and supports community and school-based donation drives across San Diego County, providing staff, equipment, promotional materials, and unattended donation centers on partner properties.
  • Community donation drives and collection events Community Donation Drives Coordination
    Organizes and manages donation drives, including school-based and community cleanup events in partnership with local agencies, providing promotional materials, trained staff, equipment, and unattended donation centers to collect reusable goods.
  • Community donation drives and collection services Community Donation Drives Coordination
    Organizes and manages donation drives, including school-based and community-wide events, provides promotional materials and equipment, deploys unattended donation centers, and partners with organizations to collect reusable goods from the public.
  • Community donation drives and collection services Community Donation Drives Coordination
    Organizes and supports donation drives across San Diego County, including school-based and community events, by providing staff, equipment, promotional materials, and unattended donation centers on partner properties.
  • Community donation drives and collection services Community Donation Drives Coordination
    Organizes and supports school-based and community donation drives across San Diego County, providing promotional materials, trained staff, equipment, and unattended donation centers on partner properties to collect reusable goods.
  • Donation drive management and support Community Donation Drives Coordination
    Coordinates and supports community and school-based donation drives across San Diego County, providing promotional materials, trained staff, equipment, and logistics for collection of reusable goods.
  • Free community cleanup events Community Litter and Waste Cleanups
    Co-hosts free community cleanup events with partners such as EDCO, the City of El Cajon, and Waste Management, accepting reusable item donations during the events.
  • Free community cleanup events with donation collection Community Litter and Waste Cleanups
    Co-hosts free community cleanup events with partners like EDCO, Waste Management, and local cities, allowing residents to dispose of items and donate reusable goods to Goodwill.
  • Free community cleanup events with donation collection Community Litter and Waste Cleanups
    Co-hosts free community cleanup events with waste management partners (e.g., EDCO, Waste Management) in cities like El Cajon, accepting reusable item donations during the events.
  • Free job readiness and career development workshops Job Readiness Training and Placement Support
    Offers daily free workshops in person or online, in English or Spanish, covering resume building, job search strategies, application completion, interview preparation, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
  • Free job readiness and skills workshops Job Readiness Training and Placement Support
    Offers daily free workshops in person or online, in English or Spanish, covering resume building, job search strategies, application completion, interview preparation, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
  • Free job readiness and skills workshops Job Readiness Training and Placement Support
    Offers free daily workshops in person or online, in English or Spanish, covering resume building, job search strategies, interview preparation, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
  • Offers daily free workshops in person or online, in English or Spanish, covering resume building, job search strategies, application completion, interview preparation, and communication skills.
  • Fundraising and promotional shopping events Promotional Shopping Events
    Hosts promotional shopping events such as the Little Black Dress Event, Ugliest Sweater Contest, and seasonal sales to generate funds for free programs.
  • Fundraising promotional events Promotional Shopping Events
    Hosts promotional shopping and community events such as the 12-day December event, the Little Black Dress Event, and the Ugliest Sweater Contest to generate funds for free programs.
  • Fundraising promotional shopping events Promotional Shopping Events
    Hosts annual and time-limited promotional shopping events, such as the Little Black Dress Event and Ugliest Sweater Contest, to generate funds for free programs.
  • Job application and placement services Supported Employment for People with Disabilities
    Assists individuals in applying for employment opportunities with Goodwill and operates a supported employment program to help people secure and maintain jobs, including through the Ticket to Work Program for individuals with disabilities.
  • Job application and placement services Supported Employment for People with Disabilities
    Assists individuals with job applications for Goodwill employment opportunities and operates a supported employment program to help people secure and maintain jobs, including through the Ticket to Work Program for individuals with disabilities.
  • Provides support for individuals applying to employment opportunities with Goodwill, including application guidance and follow-up strategies.
  • Offers support with job applications specifically for employment opportunities with Goodwill.
  • Job application assistance for Goodwill positions Supported Employment for People with Disabilities
    Offers support to individuals applying for employment opportunities directly with Goodwill Industries of San Diego County.
  • Job application assistance for Goodwill positions Supported Employment for People with Disabilities
    Provides direct support to individuals applying for employment opportunities within Goodwill itself.
  • One-on-one career advising Personalized Career Advising
    Provides personalized career advising services to job seekers, available in person or online and in English or Spanish.
  • One-on-one career advising Personalized Career Advising
    Provides personalized career advising services in person or online, in English or Spanish, to support individuals in achieving employment goals.
  • One-on-one career advising Personalized Career Advising
    Provides personalized career advising services to job seekers, available in person or online and in English or Spanish, to support employment goals.
  • One-on-one career advising Personalized Career Advising
    Provides individualized career advising services in person or online, in English or Spanish, to support job seekers in achieving employment goals.
  • One-on-one career advising Personalized Career Advising
    Provides personalized career advising services in person or online, available in English or Spanish, to support individuals in achieving employment goals.
  • Promotional and fundraising shopping events Promotional Shopping Events
    Hosts annual and time-limited promotional shopping events—such as the Little Black Dress Event, Ugliest Sweater Contest, and 12-day holiday event—to generate funds for free programs.
  • Promotional fundraising events Promotional Shopping Events
    Hosts time-limited promotional shopping events and co-branded community events such as the Little Black Dress Event and Ugliest Sweater Contest to generate funds for free programs.
  • Promotional shopping events Promotional Shopping Events
    Hosts fundraising shopping events such as the Little Black Dress Event, the Ugliest Sweater Contest, and seasonal promotional sales to generate funds for free programs.
  • Promotional shopping events to fund programs Promotional Shopping Events
    Hosts fundraising shopping events such as the 12-day December promotional event, the Little Black Dress Event, and the Ugliest Sweater Contest to generate revenue for free job and training services.
  • Operates a program to help individuals, particularly those with disabilities, secure and maintain employment through tailored support services.
  • Operates supported employment services including the Ticket to Work Program, targeted support for veterans, and programs for young adults and individuals with disabilities to secure and maintain employment.
  • Operates targeted programs to help individuals with disabilities, veterans, and young adults secure and maintain employment, including through the federally supported Ticket to Work Program.
  • Supported employment programs for individuals with disabilities Supported Employment for People with Disabilities
    Operates employment support services including the Ticket to Work Program and tailored job placement assistance to help individuals with disabilities secure and maintain employment.
  • Targeted employment programs for specific populations Veteran Employment Placement Services
    Provides specialized employment and support services for veterans and young adults, focusing on job readiness, training, and career development.
  • Targeted employment programs for specific populations Veteran Employment Placement Services
    Delivers specialized employment and support services for veterans and young adults facing barriers to employment.
  • Targeted employment services for veterans and young adults Veteran Employment Placement Services
    Provides specialized employment and development programs for veterans and young adults facing barriers to employment.
  • Administers the Social Security-funded Ticket to Work Program, providing employment support services for individuals with disabilities to achieve self-sufficiency.
  • Unattended donation centers
    Deploys unattended donation centers on partner properties to enable public drop-off of reusable goods, expanding access to donation opportunities.
  • Vehicle donation program Vehicle Donation Program Management
    Accepts car donations as part of its revenue generation model to support free job training and employment services.
  • Veterans employment services Veteran Employment Placement Services
    Provides targeted employment and support services specifically for veterans seeking career advancement or re-entry into the workforce.
  • Offers employment and development programs tailored for young adults to build workforce readiness and career skills.
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named programs · 9

what they call their work

Community Employment Centers
Provide job placement assistance, career advising, and free workshops to help individuals find employment
DOR Direct Placement
Collaborates with the Department of Rehabilitation to place clients directly into jobs
Free Workshops
Hosts daily workshops on resume building, job applications, interview preparation, communication, and conflict resolution in English and Spanish
Paid Training
Offers hands-on job training programs that prepare individuals for employment
Summer Youth Program
Provides paid training and work experience for youth during the summer months
Supported Employment Program
Offers employment support services for individuals with disabilities
Ticket to Work Program
Supports individuals with disabilities who are moving toward employment and self-sufficiency
Veterans Program
Provides targeted employment and training services for veterans
Young Adult Program
Offers employment and training opportunities for young adults facing barriers to work
relationships · 9

who they work with

  • 91X Partner — Co-hosted the Ugliest Sweater Contest with Goodwill San Diego in 2025.
  • City of El Cajon Partner — Co-sponsor of a community clean-up event with Goodwill San Diego.
  • DOR Direct Placement Partner — Collaborates with DOR Direct Placement to support job placement services
  • EDCO Partner — Co-sponsor of a community clean-up event in El Cajon.
  • FOX 5 Partner — Collaborated with Goodwill San Diego on community events including the Little Black Dress Event and Halloween activities.
  • Kim Veeder Partner — Community Relations Coordinator serving as contact for school donation drives and corporate giving
  • ShopGoodwill.com Partner — Partners with ShopGoodwill.com to operate an online sales platform for donated goods.
  • Waste Management Partner — Partner in hosting a free community clean-up event.
  • XEWT Partner — Partnered with Goodwill San Diego for Halloween activities at the Rancho Retail Store.