Trevor found the motivation he needed at Goodwill

by Kyle Williams | Dec 23, 2024 | Success Stories

Trevor wasn’t able to finish high school because he spent most of his time taking care of his ailing grandmother. As a result, his employment chances were limited. After years of working in fast food, Trevor decided to try something new. He applied to Goodwill and was...

Goodwill to open new retail store and donation center in Paducah

by Kyle Williams | Dec 19, 2024 | Goodwill

LOUISVILLE, KY. – Goodwill Industries of Kentucky is soft-opening its new retail store and donation center in Paducah on Friday, December 20, with the grand opening and ribbon cutting set for Friday, January 3, 2025, at 11 a.m. The new store, located at 5480 Old Hwy...

Goodwill partners with VOA and other organizations to host expungement clinics and give second chances to Kentuckians

by Kyle Williams | Dec 16, 2024 | Goodwill

December 16 (VOA RELEASE) – Over the past three months, Goodwill Industries of Kentucky hosted expungement clinics in Clay, Whitley, and Pulaski Counties. The clinics provided assistance to individuals seeking expungement of criminal convictions. Goodwill partnered...

Second-chance employment, resources “saved” Tony’s life

by Kyle Williams | Dec 16, 2024 | Success Stories

Anthony, who goes by Tony, has shown resilience and determination throughout his journey of personal and professional growth at Goodwill. Since May of this year, he has overcome numerous challenges and achieved milestones that have reshaped his life. Tony’s biggest...

Goodwill awarded Spectrum Digital Education grant to support digital literacy training

by Kyle Williams | Dec 13, 2024 | Goodwill

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Dec. 13, 2024) – Spectrum today announced Goodwill Industries of Kentucky has received a $20,000 grant through its 2024 Spectrum Digital Education program. This year, the program is awarding a total of $1.3 million to 66 organizations. Since launching...