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We have a NEW and exciting position on our Team! Goodwill of Greater Washington is looking for a community-oriented Donated Goods Acquisition Manager to join our nonprofit organization. #NOWHIRING: Donated Goods Acquisition Manager Overview: Establishes, coordinates, and administers a community donations strategy that yields high-quality donations for Goodwill of Greater Washington. This position is responsible and will be held accountable for behaving according to departmental and organizational RISE values and expectations. Transform lives in the greater Washington community through the power of work. Learn more and apply now: https://lnkd.in/euPt32dQ #Goodwill #Nonprofit #DCGoodwill #DCJobs #NowHiring #Community #DonatedGoods #DCJob #RelationshipBuilder

Today, we celebrate the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (#ADA). Signed into law by President George H.W. Bush in 1990, the ADA vigorously protects the civil rights of people with disabilities by criminalizing discrimination based on a disability and guaranteeing equal access to public buildings and businesses, employment opportunities, transportation, telecommunications, commercial facilities, and state and local government services, according to the United States Census Bureau. Did you know that in 2022, there were 44.1 million noninstitutionalized Americans with a disability? One of the core populations served by Goodwill of Greater Washington (GGW) includes individuals with differing abilities. GGW participates in the U.S. AbilityOne Commission program, which provides job opportunities to individuals with severe disabilities. #ADA #Goodwill #DCGoodwill #MissionMoment #DisabilityInclusion #ADAAnniversary #Nonprofit #Local #Community #AbilityOne

There's another Independence Day that we celebrate: July 26th. Thirty-four years ago, a second Independence Day was established on July 26. National Disability Independence Day celebrates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which expands the rights and prohibits discrimination of the disabled community. Even with the passing of the ADA, many people with disabilities still experience tremendous barriers to employment. Enter Goodwill. At Goodwill of Greater Washington, more than 250 team members have a disability. They are provided competitive wages, access to health and retirement benefits, a Caring Fund to address emergency needs, as well as RISE Coaches to help them navigate resources and systems to remove barriers to achieving success at work and beyond! In honor of National Disability Independence Day, please support Goodwill’s life-changing programs by making a one-time or recurring donation. This will give more neighbors with disabilities the freedom and independence to improve their lives. Make a difference: https://lnkd.in/eMuCPduJ #ADA #Goodwill #DCGoodwill #Community #Impact #Local #Nonprofit #GiveBack #GivingBack #WorkforceDevelopment

We're already counting the days until the next Goodwill RISE Awards Celebration! It is truly one of our favorite events of the year. Last month, team members across the Goodwill of Greater Washington nonprofit organization celebrated each other's accomplishments at our annual RISE (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence) Team breakfast and award ceremony. The morning started with a delicious breakfast, followed by a seated function filled with speeches by Goodwill leadership and awards presentations. Here are some bright moments from the Breakfast portion of the special occasion. #RISE #Goodwill #DCGoodwill #Community #Nonprofit #Local #TeamCelebration #TeamLove #TeamAppreciation #Awards #GoodwillAwards #RISEAwards

Along with diverting waste from area landfills through secondhand retail and donations operations, #didyouknow that our local nonprofit keeps plastic out of waterways through a planet-first plastic film recycling program? Plastics pollute landfills, are littered around the community, or are tossed in unregulated dump sites, adversely affecting humans, wildlife, and their habitats. Our collaboration with Trex Company has already reduced the volume of discarded plastic. Since the partnership started, we proudly announce that our community (that means you!) has kept more than seven million plastic bags out of the environment! About the Partnership: In 2022, three independent and geographically adjacent Goodwill organizations announced a partnership with Trex to collect plastic film for Trex composite decking products. Trex is the world’s largest composite decking company, offering various composite outdoor products, including fencing, furniture, and pergolas made from 95% recycled plastic and wood pulp material. The public can now bring clean, dry plastic film to any Goodwill of Greater Washington retail store to be recycled at no charge. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eAmKHDFp #Goodwill #DCGoodwill #Nonprofit #Recycle #Sustainability #GivingBack #Donate #Sustainable #Community #TransformationTuesday #BehindTheScenes

What happens when you invite professional photographers and models to use Goodwill as a studio? This collaboration with our friends at PortraitMeet DC! #FlashbackFriday to second Goodwill Meetup where local photographers, models and stylists took over our Dulles - Sterling, VA location and used Goodwill finds for stunning compositions. Not only did the PortraitMeet DC community use creativity to support Goodwill's nonprofit mission, each attendee generously gave in-kind and financial donations. This partnership would not have been made possible without Michael Edwards and Natasha Henry. We are deeply inspired by their commitment to the community and drive to always to good for others. #Goodwill #DCGoodwill #Nonprofit #Local #Community #Collaboration #Partnership #CreativeCollaboration #Donations #Donate #GiveBack #DCFashion #DCNews #SterlingVA #GoodwillPartner #PhotoShoot #DCStyle

One of the hardest things to develop inside of any company is team chemistry. It’s one thing to have your team focused in the same direction; it is quite another thing when they actually enjoy what they are doing. There are many ways to create this atmosphere. Organizing a team-building exercise that supports a local charity helps build morale and team cohesiveness. We have an idea... #Goodwill #DCGoodwill #Nonprofit #Local #TeamBuilding #WorkCulture #Donation #DonationDrive #GivingBack #Community #TeamSpirit #TeamBonding

"It had been donated from a Goodwill in Forestville, Maryland." Yes, this rare find came from our local nonprofit! This Goodwill item is remarkable for various reasons. Not only is it a unique piece of history that will be showcased in museums, but the $1,300 sale will also help support our organization's free job training and career services for the greater Washington community. That's the power of Goodwill! Read this NBC4 Washington feature about the artifact: https://lnkd.in/e-EckdE5 #Goodwill #DCGoodwill #Donate #Local #Nonprofit #Artifact #RareFind #USHistory #Community #JobTraining #GeorgeWashington

Coming soon! 📣 Goodwill of Greater Washington is opening a new Donation Express Center in Arlington, VA! "Goodwill “hopes to offer the residents of Arlington County another destination to donate apparel and household goods that have outgrown their homes,” the local nonprofit said. “Every donation to Goodwill helps funds jobs, job training, and educational services for people facing barriers to employment.” Thank you, ARLnow, for highlighting the development of this new Goodwill location. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e8C-VxBh #Goodwill #DCGoodwill #Community #Donations #Sustainability #Local #Nonprofit #DonationCenter #ArlingtonVA #NoVANews #Community #DonationExpress