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Powering possibilities across the Fox Valley and Bay Area
When you donate and shop at Goodwill North Central Wisconsin, you’re powering what’s possible for individuals in our local communities across the Fox Valley and Bay Area 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 along furniture you no longer have space for, you’re helping to turn someone else’s house into a home.
The average donation creates about three hours of job training through Goodwill NCW Employment Services.
When you shop secondhand
you’re not just picking out a new-to-you sofa, you’re building the heart of your home.
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 the Fox Valley and Bay Area.
Meet Seth! Overcoming Barriers to Employment.
Seth joined Goodwill NCW through the Pre-Vocational program at the Grand Chute Goodwill Store in 2011, working two days a week. Seth was eager to take on more challenging responsibilities and further develop his communication skills.
About a year and a half ago, Seth began his journey toward becoming a team member at the Grand Chute Goodwill Store. He focused on building specific skills, improving both his accuracy and production numbers. He also increased how many days a week he worked at the store.
During the last several months, Seth took on weekend and closing shifts to practice a schedule that aligned with the store’s needs. Once he had successfully demonstrated that he could handle all aspects of the team member role, he completed the final steps in the process. Seth submitted an application, participated in the interview process, and was officially hired as a team member this past November. Goodwill NCW is proud to be a part of his continued journey.
Meet Cherie – A Journey of Growth and Achievement
Cherie began her journey with Goodwill NCW in February 1998 through the pre-employment program at the Green Bay East store. From the start, she showed a strong commitment to learning, gaining experience across multiple departments and building a wide range of retail skills. This hands-on training helped her grow in confidence, independence, and overall ability as a team member. Cherie also worked to strengthen her digital and social skills, becoming more comfortable with technology and workplace systems.
As she progressed, she explored new career opportunities but soon demonstrated she was already well-prepared for competitive employment. With the support and encouragement of the Job Placement and Support Services team, Store Manager Brad and Case Manager Rick, she applied for a permanent position at the store. Within days, Cherie was offered the role, marking a major milestone in her journey. She later shared that it was the “best day of her life.” We are proud to be a part of Cherie’s continued journey.