by Kyle Williams | Apr 7, 2025 | Success Stories
When Aaron was released from a 12-year prison sentence, he needed a second chance to reintegrate into society and ultimately achieve his goal of building a successful trucking company. To do that, he needed to find reliable employment. One of Aaron’s friends...
by Kyle Williams | Mar 17, 2025 | Success Stories
Brooke endured an abusive relationship for 20 years, which resulted in her using drugs to cope. That ultimately led to her incarceration. As she was preparing for her release, Brooke took part in a workshop for Goodwill Industries of Kentucky’s Aspire program, which...
by Kyle Williams | Mar 10, 2025 | Success Stories
While still incarcerated, Julia learned about the second-chance employment opportunities and more offered by Goodwill Industries of Kentucky, which she said “stuck” with her. After her release, she was turned down from a job because of her background, but...
by Kyle Williams | Feb 10, 2025 | Success Stories
While incarcerated for drug charges, James learned about Goodwill Industries of Kentucky’s Aspire program, which provides inmates within 90 days of release from prison with pre-release job training and supportive services. To take advantage of the program, James...
by Kyle Williams | Feb 3, 2025 | Success Stories
Due to a battle with heroin and methamphetamine addiction, Laci became homeless and lost custody of her daughter. Despite her determination to turn her life around, she was denied access to proper treatment in Tennessee. That roadblock led Laci to Kentucky, where she...
by Kyle Williams | Jan 27, 2025 | Success Stories
Timothy faced an unstable living situation due to his struggle with addiction. Over the span of two years, he alternated between living on the streets of Louisville and staying in shelters. During his time in a shelter, he met Sharon Allgeier, the program manager for...
