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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.

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By: Damon Modglin Last Updated: June 3, 2024

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, June 6 – June 9 This weekend, the Region is heating up as summer hits its stride, and that means there’s plenty of opportunity to get outside and in your community! Whether you’re looking to celebrate, dance, shop, or just mingle, you’ll find something fun...

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By: Garrett Spoor Last Updated: May 23, 2024

Goodwill hosts Military Veteran Stand Down event in Marshall County Goodwill helped orchestrate its second of six Military Veteran Stand Down events scheduled throughout the year on Friday, May 10. This event was held at the Auto Park Sports Complex in Plymouth. Jill Powers, Veteran and Military...

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Goodwill hosts sold-out Little Black Dress Signature Event

By: Courtney Gomez Last Updated: April 25, 2024

Goodwill hosts sold-out Little Black Dress Signature Event With fashion, community, and empowerment in mind, Goodwill hosted its 14th annual Little Black Dress Signature Event at the Four Winds Event Center in South Bend on Wednesday, April 24. The event included a pop-up boutique, dinner, and a fashion show...