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MISSION

Meet Miguel

Miguel first came to Goodwill NCW through our School to Work program, and after graduating, transitioned to Project Search at

Meet Blake

When Blake first walked through the doors of the Career EXCELerate program, he was searching for more than just a

Meet Daniel!

Daniel, a U.S. Army veteran and former corrections and security officer, came to Goodwill NCW in 2018 as a Senior

Meet Bonnie Overcoming Life’s Obstacles with Goodwill’s Support

Bonnie had previously received support from a Goodwill NCW Employment placement specialist and was successfully employed at the LaCrosse Goodwill


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THRIFT AND DIY

DIY Gold-Dipped Dishes

  Looking for a budget-friendly way to upgrade your tableware or add some shine to your shelf décor? This gold-dipped

Transitioning from Summer to Fall Wardrobe

Whether you’re not quite ready to think about it, or have been dreaming of it for weeks, fall is right

After-School Snacks + DIY Personalized Lunchboxes for Every Age

When the school day ends, kids come home hungry—and let’s be honest, a bit wiggly, tired, and ready to reset.

DIY painted denim jacket

At Goodwill North Central Wisconsin, we believe every secondhand find has a story just waiting to be retold. In our


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NEWS

Goodwill NCW celebrates National Thrift Shop Day all this month

August gives shoppers secondhand options, and a way to enjoy the hunt and make an impact On August 17, Goodwill

For back-to-school shoppers, Shopping early leads to savings

Shoppers can find budget-friendly deals on school items at Goodwill North Central Wisconsin Across north central Wisconsin and beyond, back-to-school

Goodwill NCW Winner of 2025 USA TODAY Top Workplaces Award

Menasha, Wisconsin — Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (NCW) is proud to announce that it has earned the prestigious 2025 USA

Goodwill NCW Makes Donating Easier With New Donation Center

New Bellevue location open Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (NCW), is proud to announce the Grand Opening of its newest Donation


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