Goodwill Industries of Ventura and Santa

Offers specific services to remove barriers to employment, such as a free tattoo removal clinic and the distribution of "ready-to-go bags" with clothing and hygiene items for individuals recently released from jail.

Offers specific services to remove barriers to employment, such as a Free Tattoo Removal Clinic in Oxnard and the distribution of "ready-to-go bags" with clothing and hygiene items to individuals recently released from jail.

Organizes youth program participants to volunteer at community gardens and engages in broader community volunteer efforts through staff involvement in local nonprofits.

Employs over 500 people across its retail, warehouse, transportation, and administrative operations, providing direct employment opportunities for individuals with barriers to employment.

Prepares and distributes “ready-to-go bags” containing clothing and hygiene items to individuals recently released from Santa Barbara North County Jail through the Pathway Home 2 program, supporting reintegration and job readiness.

Placed 1,062 individuals into employment or work experience in 2025, including 485 youth, through programs such as Youth Career Services and the National Dislocated Worker Grant. Placements include both community-based employers and internal Goodwill positions.

Facilitates employment and paid work experience placements for individuals facing barriers to employment, including youth and dislocated workers. Achieved 1,062 total placements in 2025, with 485 youth placed into employment or work experience that year.

Placed 1,062 individuals into employment or work experience in 2025, including 485 youth, through programs such as Youth Career Services and the National Dislocated Worker Grant. Services include resume development, interview coaching, and facilitated placements at external organizations and within Goodwill.

Provides on-the-job training and internal career advancement opportunities, hiring participants into roles across retail, warehouse, transportation, and administrative operations, with over 500 employees currently employed.

Enrolled 1,811 individuals in mission programs in 2025, providing access to vocational, educational, and employment support services tailored to overcoming barriers to employment.

Provides direct financial support to participants, such as $2,100 in tuition assistance for a Youth Career Services participant to complete phlebotomy certification, enabling career advancement.

Operates a Free Tattoo Removal Clinic in Oxnard offering no-cost services to eligible individuals to reduce barriers to employment.

Operates a Free Tattoo Removal Clinic in Oxnard to remove barriers to employment for eligible individuals seeking to improve job prospects.

Operates a Free Tattoo Removal Clinic in Oxnard that provides no-cost services to eligible individuals, specifically aimed at reducing barriers to employment by removing stigmatizing tattoos.

Provides internal career advancement opportunities for employees within Goodwill, including promotions from general warehouse roles to specialized departments, and recognizes employee performance.

Provides internal career advancement opportunities for its employees, including promotions from general warehouse roles to specialized departments, and recognizes employee performance.

Provides career advancement opportunities within Goodwill, including promotions from entry-level warehouse roles to specialized positions, and employs over 500 people across operations.

Provides comprehensive job readiness services including resume development, interview coaching, soft skills workshops, and career counseling. Programs include Youth Career Services and Employment Services, supporting participants in securing community-based employment.

Enrolls individuals in mission-driven programs aimed at overcoming employment barriers, with 1,811 individuals enrolled in 2025.

Administers the National Dislocated Worker Grant program, offering temporary employment to individuals affected by disasters like the Woolsey Fire and the long-term unemployed, with the goal of leading to permanent full-time employment within Goodwill or in the community.

Operates retail stores, including a long-standing location in downtown Oxnard at 6th and C Street that has been continuously operating since 1961, to fund mission services and provide employment opportunities.

Provides reentry support for individuals recently released from incarceration through the Pathway Home 2 program, including distribution of clothing and hygiene kits to support employment readiness.

Operates retail stores, such as the one in downtown Oxnard continuously operating since 1961, which serve as a source of revenue and provide employment opportunities.

Operates retail stores, such as the one in downtown Oxnard continuously operating since 1961, which serve as a source of revenue to support mission services and provide employment opportunities.

Operates retail stores, including a long-standing location in downtown Oxnard and a store in Camarillo, with proceeds supporting workforce development programs.

Operates a retail store in downtown Oxnard at 6th and C Street continuously since 1961, contributing to mission funding and community presence.

Prepares and distributes “ready-to-go bags” containing clothing and hygiene items to individuals recently released from Santa Barbara North County Jail through the Pathway Home 2 program, aiding reintegration and employment readiness.

Provides vocational and educational opportunities, including job readiness training, resume development, interview coaching, and financial assistance for certifications, to help individuals overcome barriers to employment. In 2025, the organization enrolled 1,811 individuals in mission programs, completed 986 credentials, and achieved 1,062 total employment or work experience placements.

Provides vocational and educational opportunities, including job readiness training, resume development, interview coaching, and financial assistance for certifications, to individuals facing barriers to employment. This includes specific programs for youth and dislocated workers, aiming to achieve employment placements.

Offers financial assistance for certification programs and administers federal grants to support workforce reentry, such as the National Dislocated Worker Grant program for individuals affected by disasters or long-term unemployment.

Provides job readiness services including resume development, interview coaching, mock interviews, and soft skills workshops to job seekers and youth. Services are delivered through in-person workshops, such as at Hueneme High School, and through ongoing Employment Services and Youth Career Services programs.

Administers the National Dislocated Worker Grant program, providing temporary employment and workforce development services leading to permanent full-time jobs for individuals affected by disasters like the Woolsey Fire and the long-term unemployed.

Places youth into employment or work experience, including facilitating paid work experience placements at external organizations and conducting resume workshops for high school students. In 2025, 485 youth were placed into employment or work experience.

Organizes youth program participants to engage in community service activities, such as volunteering at a community garden, fostering civic engagement and practical skills.

Delivers targeted career development services for youth, including school-based résumé workshops, paid external work placements, and support leading to permanent employment.

Conducts résumé workshops at local high schools such as Hueneme High School and organizes youth program participants in community service activities, including volunteering at Food Share of Ventura County’s Community Garden.

Organizes youth program participants to engage in community service activities, such as volunteering at Food Share of Ventura County’s Community Garden to plant, weed, and harvest crops.

Organizes youth program participants to engage in community service activities, such as volunteering at Food Share of Ventura County’s Community Garden to plant, weed, and harvest crops.

Maintains continuous three-year CARF accreditation in Community Employment Services since 1999 and in Employment Skills Training since 2011, demonstrating a commitment to quality in its programs.

Maintains continuous three-year CARF accreditation in Community Employment Services since 1999 and in Employment Skills Training since 2011, ensuring high standards in service delivery.

Maintains CARF accreditation in Community Employment Services (since 1999) and Employment Skills Training (since 2011), ensuring high standards in service delivery.

Maintains continuous three-year CARF accreditation in Community Employment Services since 1999 and in Employment Skills Training since 2011, ensuring high standards in service delivery.

Opened a new corporate office in Oxnard to support administrative operations and mission delivery.

Supports participants in earning credentials through mission services programs, with 986 credentials completed in 2025.

Deploys a mobile Mission Services unit to expand access to employment services across Ventura County, bringing resources directly to communities.

Deployed a mobile Mission Services unit to increase access to employment services across Ventura County and opened a new corporate office in Oxnard to support operational expansion.

Deployed a mobile Mission Services unit to increase access to employment services across geographically dispersed areas of Ventura County.

Deploys a mobile Mission Services unit to increase access to employment services across Ventura County, particularly in underserved areas.

Completed 986 credentials through mission services programs in 2025, offering job readiness training, soft skills development, and support for certification programs such as phlebotomy, including financial assistance for tuition.

Completed 986 credentials through mission services programs in 2025, reflecting participant achievement in vocational training and skill development.