Category «News and Events»

Texas Beacons of Excellence

As part of Goodwill’s mission to help individuals with barriers to employment recognize and reach their full potential and achieve lives filled with purpose, accomplishment, and self- sufficiency, the Goodwill Empowerment Works program provides adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) the chance to earn wages and attend classes five days a week. Currently serving …

Goodwill Dallas and SMU Partner to Make Sustainable Moves

Nearly 29,000 pounds diverted from landfill  DALLAS, TX (May 30, 2024) – Goodwill Industries of Dallas and Southern Methodist University (SMU) have joined forces in an innovative sustainability initiative, ensuring that end-of-semester moves are not only efficient but also environmentally conscious. By strategically placing donation trucks throughout campus, students were encouraged to donate gently used clothing, …

Career Services

We are more than just your local thrift shop! For 100 years, Goodwill Dallas (GWD) has been changing lives, one job at a time. Today we serve eight counties across North Texas, including Dallas, Ellis, Kaufman, Navarro, Rains, Rockwall, and parts of Collin and Denton counties. Goodwill is a place of hopes, dreams, and second …

The Voice of Autism: Audacious Possibilities.

Within my career, of more than twenty-five years, my greatest opportunities have been to serve as mentor, trainer, and clinician in the areas of Behavioral Health and Disability Services. As a result, I have had the great privilege to work with so many amazing people. In 2016, I learned of the Extended Work Adjustment Training

Tulipalooza – Fun, Flowers, Fundraising

Goodwill Industries of Dallas is excited to participate in Tulipalooza, presented by Poston Gardens, every year. This spectacular event celebrates the natural beauty of tulips while growing hope in our community. This 10-day festival features 250,000 blooming tulips, imported from Holland and planted by Dutch farmers. We are fortunate to have been selected as one …

Goodwill Partners with Indeed

Within my career, of more than twenty-five years, my greatest opportunities have been to serve as mentor, trainer, and clinician in the areas of Behavioral Health and Disability Services. As a result, I have had the great privilege to work with so many amazing people. In 2016, I learned of the Extended Work Adjustment Training

Goodwill Dallas Receives Historic Investment From MacKenzie Scott To Help North Texas Get Back To Work

Investment in training and career services leverages Goodwill’s deep roots in the community and comprehensive services for job seekers. Changing lives, one job at a time. December 16 — Goodwill Dallas is thrilled to announce a significant donation from MacKenzie Scott on December 15 as part of a historic gift presented to 384 organizations across …