by Kyle Williams | Jun 29, 2025 | Success Stories
Candace was scheduled to finish high school in 1988, but life had other plans. Due to unforeseen circumstances, she wasn’t able to finish—until now. More than three decades later, Candace proudly crossed the stage as a graduate of The Excel Center® during its 2025...
by Kyle Williams | Jun 24, 2025 | Success Stories
Cassandra faced several challenges from a young age: growing up and aging out of foster care, becoming a single mother, and experiencing homelessness. Financial stability seemed out of reach, and at one point, she even had her child taken away from her. Through...
by Kyle Williams | Jun 9, 2025 | Success Stories
When Bryan first connected with Goodwill Kentucky, he wasn’t sure what to expect. He had visible needs and was uncertain about how to begin his journey back into the workforce. But that uncertainty faded after his first visit to the Lexington Opportunity Center. “I...
by Kyle Williams | May 12, 2025 | Success Stories
When Donald stepped onto the TARC bus fresh out of a halfway house, he wasn’t sure where his life was headed—only that it needed to be different. He approached a stranger and asked a simple question: “Which bus do I need to take?” That question sparked a conversation...
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...
