Skip to content
Powering possibilities across Chippewa Valley and Coulee Region
When you donate and shop at Goodwill North Central Wisconsin, you’re powering what’s possible for individuals in our local communities across Chippewa Valley and Coulee Region 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 Central and North Central Wisconsin.
Community Partnerships
Goodwill NCW is proud to partner with Putnam Heights Elementary School in Eau Claire to provide gift cards for basic needs for students through our GoodNeighbor Program.
GoodNeighbor is a Goodwill NCW program that provides an important supplement for immediate needs through the use of GoodNeighbor gift cards. This allows individuals in need to purchase products from our retail and outlet stores. Goodwill NCW partners with community non-profits to offer GoodNeighbor cards to people served through their programs.
In a letter to Goodwill, Partnership Coordinator Erin states, “We value your support and contribution to Putnam Heights this school year and past years. We appreciate that people in our community are so willing to be partners with our school.”
Overcoming Barriers: Henry’s Journey to Independence
Henry came to Goodwill NCW through the Work Skills Training Program, where he set goals to improve his social skills, overcome transportation barriers, and achieve financial independence. Despite challenges with mobility, he consistently met his basic job responsibilities. However, when initially considered for hire, Henry was encouraged to demonstrate greater initiative and drive, leading to an extension of his training program. During this time, he showed significant growth in work ethic, proficiency, and physical mobility, along with a stronger commitment to his role. His progress resulted in being hired as a team member at the La Crosse Goodwill store.
Henry’s journey highlights the impact of skills training, persistence, and community resources in achieving long-term employment success.