Give Thanks and Give Back with Goodwill

As Thanksgiving quickly approaches, we’re all encouraged to slow down, express our gratitude, and give back to help those in need. One way you can help people living in your community is by supporting Ohio Valley Goodwill and our mission to change lives through the power of work. With your support, Goodwill makes a lasting impact on those we serve right here in the local community, including individuals with disabilities and our nation’s veterans. If you’re looking for ways to give back this Thanksgiving, we invite you to support Ohio Valley Goodwill by donating, shopping, or volunteering. Here’s how you can join Goodwill in making a difference this Thanksgiving:

Donate
As you prepare for the busy holidays ahead, consider donating any items that have outgrown your home this year. We’ll gladly accept your donations of clothing, furniture, and other household goods, which we transform into funding for job training and employment services for people living in our community. You will enjoy having a cleaner, more organized home before the holidays, and your good deed will have a lasting impact. Do you need to make some room in your home before the holidays? Find your nearest donation site.

Shop
Looking to save some money over the holidays or track down a one-of-a-kind gift? Shop at Ohio Valley Goodwill’s retail stores, where our inventory is updated daily with fresh items at some of the best prices around! You can find just about anything at your local Ohio Valley Goodwill store, including clothing, accessories, shoes, home décor, furniture, and much, much more. Best of all, the dollars you spend at Goodwill’s retail stores stay here in the community to help fund our employment and training services for people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. View our list of store locations to find your nearest Ohio Valley Goodwill retail store or boutique.

Volunteer
The holidays are also a great time to volunteer and serve people in need in your community. In addition to your donation and shopping support, Goodwill also has several volunteer opportunities for individuals 16 years and older, including opportunities for high school students looking to fulfill civics, government or scholarship needs. Learn more about the volunteer opportunities at Ohio Valley Goodwill and find out how you can get involved.

Giving thanks for your support!
At Ohio Valley Goodwill, we have a lot to be thankful for, including the generosity of our donors, shoppers, and volunteers who help us make a meaningful and measurable impact on our community. We are so grateful for your continued support, whether you donate your used goods, shop in one of our stores, or give your time as a volunteer. Thanks to you, Ohio Valley Goodwill is able to change lives through the power of work and strengthen our community one person at a time! From each of us at Ohio Valley Goodwill, Happy Thanksgiving!