by Kyle Williams | Jul 31, 2023 | Success Stories
After exiting jail, Tony was in rehabilitation at St. Anne’s in Louisville, where he heard a presentation about Goodwill. Then, prior to being released, he attended a career night at our Opportunity Center on Broadway in Louisville. “That’s how I found out there was...
by Kyle Williams | Jul 17, 2023 | Success Stories
When Dub lost nearly everyone and everything he had and was left with only an apartment to live in, he wasn’t sure what to do to start building his life back up again. Dub’s need for affordable household items led him to the Goodwill 2nd Chance Outlet in Louisville....
by Kyle Williams | Jun 12, 2023 | Success Stories
Boone was born into poverty and as a result became homeless. He was able to find places to stay with different relatives, but he couldn’t find an opportunity to escape that cycle – until he was introduced to Goodwill nine months ago. “Every direction I tried on my...
by Kyle Williams | May 15, 2023 | Success Stories
May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize the countless contributions that older adults make to our communities. At Goodwill, we celebrate Older Americans Month by sharing stories from our Senior Community Service & Employment Program (SCSEP), a program...
by Kyle Williams | Apr 10, 2023 | Success Stories
Kenny struggled on and off with addiction for 27 years before experiencing rock bottom, which came in the form of overdosing in a dumpster. He relocated to Kentucky for treatment, but was without a home, job, vehicle or support system, his addiction having destroyed...
by Kyle Williams | Apr 6, 2023 | Success Stories
Today, April 6, Angela is celebrating six months of sobriety after struggling with addiction for 30 years. As we recognize National Second Chance Month in April, we wanted to share her story and join in her celebration: Last year, Angela was arrested and spent 17 days...
