July 28, 2025
We’re incredibly proud of Helen, a participant in Goodwill’s Adult Day Services, for achieving her Impact: Ability certification! Helen was beaming with pride after completing this nationally recognized program, which empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to advocate for themselves, build safe relationships, and identify unsafe situations. Way to go, Helen!
July 10, 2025
Meet Nannie! Nannie McKinley has been with Goodwill for 11 years and is the Store Manager for our Town & Country store. When asked what she loves best about Goodwill, she said, “I have built so many relationships with my employees and customers. I love to talk about the mission and why Goodwill does what […]
June 26, 2025
For years, Yolanda had been a dedicated retail associate, earning more than 20 awards for her high-level customer service at T.J. Maxx. However, life took an unexpected turn in 2021 when her husband, who she had been with for 18 years, suffered a stroke. This led to his move to a nursing home and ultimately […]
June 20, 2025
Meet a Goodwiller! Joseph Lusher serves as the Work & Community Services Program Manager for our Adult Day Services team. He is celebrating eight years with Goodwill Columbus this month. “I love that each day presents new challenges and always motivates me. It helps me look at myself each day and strive to grow as […]
June 11, 2025
Meet a Goodwiller! Sylvia works with our Adult Day Services team and is celebrating three years with Goodwill Columbus this month. “As a care provider, I find joy in the connections that I build. The ability to make a positive impact on someone’s life is an incredibly rewarding feeling,” she said. “The sense of fulfillment […]
June 4, 2025
We are thrilled to see Ohilebo Garuba recognized in Forbes Columbus’ 30 Under 30 list! Congratulations, Prince! Prince works out of the Goodwill Columbus headquarters and leads the Ohio Association of Goodwill Industries. In his role, he represents all Goodwill organizations across Ohio, uniting us on policy fronts like workforce development, IDD services, and economic […]
May 29, 2025
Meet a Goodwiller! Kathy Ramey is our Director of Adult Day Services (ADS). She has been with Goodwill for 27 years. “I love hearing about all the interesting activities our ADS employees do with the individuals we serve to help them learn and grow. I love hearing from the individuals we serve about their days […]
May 20, 2025
Meet a Goodwiller! Mark Koenig is our Chief Financial and Compliance Officer and has been with Goodwill for four years. “What I love most about working for Goodwill is the impact we have on our participants and our employees,” Mark said. “Each year, we give 1,200 people meaningful jobs and serve nearly 14,000 people through […]
May 15, 2025
“Goodwill is just a thrift store.” Wrong. This picture is from our warehouse at Brice Road and features our “mobile work crew” from our Work & Community Services (WCS) program. Our WCS facility offers adult day support for individuals who have a dual diagnosis of a developmental disability and mental illness. At WCS, the ultimate […]
May 6, 2025
Cody (she/hers) has been involved with Goodwill Columbus for many years in many capacities, but she is currently learning front desk skills at our Work & Community Services (WCS) facility. “When I first came to WCS, I was scared and nervous. I didn’t think I would like it, but when I met the people who […]