August 10, 2026
Congratulations to the most recent graduates of our Career Fundamentals course! One of those distinguished students is Elliot. For years, Elliot worked in logistics, keeping local shipping docks and inventory running smoothly. But he always had a deeper interest in how technology and science work together. To start a new career path, Elliot turned to […]
July 6, 2026
We are incredibly honored to see our Clean Tech Accelerator Program featured on NBC4. As the renewable energy sector grows across Ohio, this intensive 160-hour workforce development initiative is designed to fast-track central Ohio residents directly into high-demand solar careers. In fact, 80% of our very first graduating cohort walked across the stage with job […]
June 8, 2026
Neighbors truly make a difference! Recently, our Work & Community Services team hosted KeyBank employees for their annual Neighbors Make The Difference Day. The volunteer crew worked alongside our participants with dual diagnoses to complete several meaningful projects throughout our campus. They assembled new sensory swings, hung new lighting in the sensory room, and made […]
May 7, 2026
Big congrats to our newest Career Fundamentals graduates! At Goodwill, we believe in opportunity for all, and this group is the perfect example of what happens when possibility meets hard work. We’re so proud of each student for showing up with purpose to prepare for their next professional chapter. A special shout-out to one of […]
April 2, 2026
Success at Goodwill is often a team effort. When Tiffany began her vocational evaluation, her goal was clear: find her first paying job—one that utilized her strengths and interests and kept her moving. Through a collaborative effort between her Service Coordinator, Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), and Goodwill Career Coach Hollie, Tiffany completed a two-week Community Work […]
March 9, 2026
Ariella (center) is officially on her way to becoming a healthcare professional! After completing the Career Fundamentals course through our AMP program, she is pursuing her CNA certification through Goodwill’s career pathways. Ariella is thrilled to bridge her past experience in hospitality with her passion for patient care, and we are so proud to highlight […]
February 10, 2026
The new retail location will be 13,000 sqft, making it Goodwill Columbus’s largest retail location to date (Columbus, Ohio) — Goodwill Columbus will open its first Westerville store this Spring. The retail-only location will take over the former Big Lots building at 60 E Schrock Rd, totaling over 13,000 sqft, making it Goodwill Columbus’s largest […]
February 4, 2026
One of our talented artists, Charlotte, honors the “Golden Voice” of Columbus in her latest collage portrait of Ted Williams. Charlotte recreated the cardboard sign that started Ted’s journey to remind us that circumstances do not define potential. Through our work at Goodwill, we advocate for opportunity for all and celebrate the resilience of every […]
January 6, 2026
Our 2026 Q1 Digital Skills Hub schedule is live! If you or someone you know is looking to get more comfortable with technology or sharpen computer skills for a new career, now is the perfect time to enroll. These classes are free, and participants may even be eligible to receive a no-cost device upon completion. […]
December 10, 2025
As part of “Wheels for Whitehall,” Goodwill Columbus was proud to partner with Franklinton Cycle Works and United Way of Central Ohio to provide bikes to elementary students who demonstrated improved literacy skills, strong attendance, and positive behavior!