March 18, 2025
Columbus is full of amazing local spots, and now’s your chance to make sure your favorites get the recognition they deserve! ColumBEST is your opportunity to vote for the best businesses, people, and places in the city. And for voting, you’ll be entered to win a two-night stay at The Ellwood Box Hop! What is […]
March 12, 2025
In recognition of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month this March, we invite you to hear from Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) Director Kevin L. Miller and Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) Director Kim Hauck. In this video about supporting Ohioans with developmental disabilities, you will gain insights into collaborative efforts, including: Watch Now
March 5, 2025
Exciting things are happening! ✨ Goodwill Columbus and Columbus College of Art & Design are teaming up for a creative project where students in the Introduction to Fashion Design class will turn pre-loved garments into stylish, repurposed looks. The final collection will highlight sustainability, blending the art of reimagining materials with student creativity! 👚♻️
March 5, 2025
We at Goodwill Columbus are honored to be a grant recipient of CAREER 500 — a transformational partnership between City of Columbus and ASPYR to uplift 500 or more Columbus residents by providing training, wraparound support, and job placement services. The funds will support our STNA program, which provides free, high-quality training for low-income individuals […]
February 20, 2025
Bawa Zangaba recently completed a digital skills course at our Front Street Job Training Center and asked to take a photo with his Career Facilitator, Mindy Spencer! We are so proud of Bawa for taking this step to enhance his digital literacy and increase his employability.
February 6, 2025
For 10 years, Nina has worked in the childcare industry, caring for children with the same love and attention she gives her own 3-year-old daughter, Naya. Her commitment to others is what drives her, and she is motivated to find ways to better herself and her family. When Nina first heard about the Goodwill State […]
February 6, 2025
Goodwill Columbus and Xantha Ward Partner to Showcase Thrifted Fashion Xantha Ward is a Columbus-based designer known for her innovative garments crafted from sustainable materials. With over 30 years of experience in the fashion industry, she has discovered her unique creative voice. As a lifelong fashion enthusiast, Xantha began designing before her teenage years. She […]
January 23, 2025
Shanele has worked at Columbus City Schools for eight years, but last summer, she was looking for supplemental income to better support her four children. That’s how she learned about Goodwill’s State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) program. “I had always wanted to be a nurse,” Shanele said. “But I had a baby at 18, so […]
January 21, 2025
We recently partnered with Grange Insurance to host a clothing drive to support our mission! The items collected will help fund job training, employment services, and community programs for those in need. A special thank you to Grange Insurance, with their help we continue to make a positive impact in our community.
January 15, 2025