by Kyle Williams | Oct 21, 2024 | Success Stories
Without reliable transportation, Amber couldn’t search for a better job to better support her family. But that changed on Wednesday, October 2 when she was gifted a vehicle through the National Auto Body Council’s Recycled Rides Program and the Goodwill Cars to Work...
by Barnard Baker | Oct 18, 2024 | Success Stories
A decade ago, Tammy’s addiction took control of her. At the time, she had a job and a 5-year-old daughter. “My mom got custody of my daughter. I was out in the madness, running around for about three years,” Tammy said. “Then, in 2017, I got locked up in...
by Kyle Williams | Sep 23, 2024 | Success Stories
This week, we at Goodwill Industries of Kentucky observes National Employ Older Workers Week, a time to acknowledge the vital role of older workers in the workforce. At Goodwill, we serve individuals 55 years old or older through our Senior Community Service...
by Kyle Williams | Sep 16, 2024 | Success Stories
In 2019, Paula became unhoused in her hometown of Bowling Green. During that time, she stayed with friends but could never get back on her feet due to multiple illnesses and disabilities. “I didn’t have enough money saved up on my own,” she said. “I was so sick that I...
by Kyle Williams | Sep 9, 2024 | Success Stories
On November 11, 2023, Levi was assigned to a halfway house in Paducah. Following his assignment, he started searching for career-readiness opportunities so he could prepare himself for his release on November 11, 2025. That’s when he learned about the programs and...
by Kyle Williams | Aug 12, 2024 | Success Stories
Meet a member of our commercial services team, LC, who may or may not be known as “the greatest janitor in the world.” “Ever since I was a kid, I wanted to work for Goodwill. The dream began while thrift shopping with my mom,” LC said. “After I got out of prison, my...