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History

Goodwill, has been a part of the South Bend community since 1936, based on the original Goodwill founded in 1902 by Rev. Edgar J. Helms.

Today Goodwill serves nearly 3000 individuals and employs over 700 individuals through Northern Indiana, Southwest Michigan, and Southeast Chicagoland, empowering people and strengthening communities through the power of work.

Mission

The mission of Goodwill is to strengthen communities by empowering individuals and families through education, training, and job placement.

To learn how Goodwill goes about accomplishing this mission, be sure to sign up for our monthly newsletter, Vision.

Vision

To be the leading provider of workforce development services in the communities we serve.

Impacting the community means providing a top-level workforce to local businesses as well.

Values

Work – We believe in the power of work

Ethics – We always act with integrity

Respect – We treat people with value and dignity

Development – We foster a culture of life-long learning

Leadership

Goodwill is a nonprofit organization headed by a Board of community leaders and run by a seasoned Senior Staff. We are open to new opportunities and welcome your feedback and suggestions. Use our Contact Us page to tell us what we’re doing right or what we can improve on.

Excel Accepting Enrollment Applications – Term 1

By: The Excel Center Last Updated: July 21, 2021

Excel Accepting Enrollment Applications – Term 1 The Excel Center, a free public high school for adults, is currently accepting Enrollment Applications for Term 1 of the 2021-2022 School Year. Classes begin August 3rd at Excel’s South Bend, Elkhart, Hammond and Gary locations. ...

By: Kayla Hofferth Last Updated: July 21, 2021

Get ready for a weekend that is packed full of entertainment. From concerts to art exhibits and from golf outings to exercise events and more, our 10 Fun Things to do in Northwest Indiana guide will have you ready to take on the next three days with...

More than a store: Goodwill Industries of Michiana helps people in need through career, community, and education services

By: Aubrey Thomson Last Updated: July 13, 2021

More than a store: Goodwill Industries of Michiana helps people in need through career, community, and education services While Rev. Edgar J. Helms did not become a Methodist missionary to India as he originally intended, he found another way to spread goodwill. Instead of sending him to India, the church sent Helms to Boston, Massachusetts to work with immigrants by...

The Larry Neff Center for Career Connections – Griffith July Events 2021

By: Goodwill Industries of Michiana Last Updated: July 1, 2021

In honor of Larry Neff, Goodwill’s former President and CEO, we have renamed our Career Center to: The Larry Neff Center for Career Connections. Mr. Neff’s diligence and careful management brought growth to Goodwill Industries of Michiana, and...

The Larry Neff Center for Career Connections – Gary July Events 2021

By: Goodwill Industries of Michiana Last Updated: July 1, 2021

By: Kayla Hofferth Last Updated: April 27, 2021

10 Fun Things to do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, April 29 – May 2 This weekend, learn more about Arbor Day, attend a fashion show, and more. Make sure to wear your mask and social distance at any in-person events! Dive into “Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents” with the Legacy Foundation Pulitzer...

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