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Powering possibilities across Central and North Central Wisconsin
When you donate and shop at Goodwill North Central Wisconsin, you’re powering what’s possible for individuals in our local communities across Central and North Central Wisconsin as they build job skills to sustain employment and improve their financial stability.
The Power of You & Goodwill NCW in Our Communities
When you donate
you’re not just passing something along something you no longer use; you’re reducing waste and creating a more sustainable future.
The average donation creates about three hours of job training through Goodwill NCW Employment Services.
When you shop secondhand
you’re not just getting new-to-you treasures, you’re keeping items out of the landfill and taking steps towards a cleaner planet.
On average, 90 cents of every dollar in sales is reinvested back into our mission of Elevating People by Eliminating Barriers to Employment.
When you donate and shop, it means you’re powering possibilities for individuals with employment barriers in Central and North Central Wisconsin.
Community Partnerships
Goodwill NCW is proud to host School to Work students from Lincoln High School at our Wisconsin Rapids Goodwill Store. The partnership provides students with the opportunity to build their job skills in a real work environment.
Sarah, Lincoln High School Teacher, states, “Our partnership with Goodwill’s School to Work program gives our students a head start, turning the workplace into a classroom where they grow in problem solving skills, work ethic, and responsibility needed for a lifetime of success.”
Lincoln High School is one of approximately 50 schools across North Central Wisconsin participating in Goodwill NCW’s STW program, in which students are building job skills that help them bridge the gap between the classroom and working in the community.
Meet Spencer. Overcoming Barriers and Building Skills.
Spencer is currently a Project SEARCH intern, having successfully completed his second rotation in Outpatient Therapy and now beginning his third rotation in the Wound Care Clinic. Throughout the program, he has received valuable skills training and job preparation support to help him succeed in a competitive work environment.
Before joining Project SEARCH, Spencer faced challenges with maintaining routines and staying focused. He also had minimal work experience and was looking to build his employment skills. Since starting the program, he has made significant progress – developing strategies for cleaning, organizing, and sorting tasks, while also becoming more active and engaged. Spencer has grown in confidence, independence, and social comfort, strengthening his ability to interact professionally with others.
His strong work ethic and professionalism have set him apart, making him the first intern to complete a rotation in Outpatient Therapy while also helping to build positive relationships within the department. Spencer continues to build on his skills as he works toward securing permanent, meaningful employment.