Practicing Sustainability Since 1902

Goodwill NCW promotes the use of secondhand goods and responsible recycling. Buying secondhand is a way of participating in the circular economy. Goodwill NCW is a key player in aiding cycles of reuse. We approach sustainability from a people, planet and prosperity perspective.

Goodwill NCW’s sustainability efforts

Protecting the planet and its resources is core to Goodwill NCW operations, along with investing in the workforce and upscaling for shared prosperity.

Promoting responsible consumption and recycling

Goodwill NCW’s Impact

Our stores not only save items from the landfill, they set sustainable practices that support our community as well.

Extending the life of used goods by promoting the responsible consumption of apparel, home goods and more through our stores.

Reducing plastic waste in our stores by eliminating single-use, non-biodegradable plastic bags as of January 2023.

Repurposing donations support other nonprofits by giving eyeglasses to the Lions Club, unexpired food to local food pantries, coats to World Relief and more while diverting materials from the landfill.

Reducing emissions by limiting transportation and warehousing of goods.

Reducing landfill waste by giving unsold items another chance through our Outlet Store and Post Retail Sales, diverting on average 35 million pounds of donations from landfills each year.

Using recyclable storage materials for sorting and storing donations.

Reducing inequality

Goodwill NCW’s Impact

We are passionate about people and see individuals’ abilities and help them reach their fill potential through the power of meaningful work. Unserved populations, including justice-involved, newcomers, veterans, Black, Indigenous and People of Color, those with disabilities and other barriers, are given opportunities through our stores and community partnerships as we live our mission of Elevating People by Eliminating Barriers to Employment.

Provide training and opportunities through collaborations with Fox Valley Technical College, Thrivent, Chippewa Valley Technical College, ThedaCare and more.

Employment Services help individuals build transferable employability skills based on their unique pathway and career goals.

Providing opportunities to people with barriers to employment that help individuals achieve their full potential through the power of work and skill building, not only elevating themselves but contributing to their families and communities.

Building skills by offering training to help individuals build soft, digital, employability skills and pre-employment skills like interviewing and resume building.

Sustaining employment through wrap-around services provided by Goodwill NCW to ensure individuals are successful in the workplace.

Financial Wellness Services provides financial coaching, helping individuals improve their financial health.