Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Empowering Communities Through Work & Opportunity
Goodwill has been dedicated to community empowerment since 1926. Our mission focuses on creating opportunities for individuals to achieve personal and professional growth through training programs, workforce development services, and strategic community partnerships. By operating 51 locations across 31 counties, we provide employment assistance to over 26,000 people annually while maintaining 87% of revenues directed toward mission-critical initiatives.Our organization demonstrates expertise through CARF-accredited programs, a skilled team of 1,100+ employees earning above-minimum wages, and innovative approaches like e-waste recycling that support both environmental and economic goals. As a trusted regional leader, we combine decades of experience with continuous adaptation to address evolving community needs.
Services
Job Training Programs
Employment Placement
Donation Centers
Retail Stores
E-Waste Recycling
Details
- Year established: 1926
Highlights and features
- We've served Northwest North Carolina communities for over 90 years
- 87% of revenues directly fund mission-driven programs
- 1,100+ employees earn above minimum wage with comprehensive benefits
- CARF-accredited employment and training programs
- Part of Goodwill Industries International's network of 156 agencies
Associations and certifications
- Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Services
Job Training Programs
Our accredited training programs equip participants with essential job skills through hands-on learning experiences. We offer specialized courses in retail operations, customer service, and vocational skills development. Participants gain practical experience while preparing for sustainable employment opportunities in their communities.
Employment Placement
We connect trained individuals with local employers through personalized job matching services. Our career centers provide resume assistance, interview preparation, and ongoing support for both job seekers and employers. This comprehensive approach ensures successful long-term employment outcomes for program participants.
Donation Centers
Our donation centers accept gently used items that fund our mission through retail sales. Donors receive tax receipts while contributing to community development. Collected items undergo professional processing before being sold in our 51 retail locations across Northwest North Carolina.
Retail Stores
Our 51 retail locations offer affordable shopping while supporting community programs. Stores feature carefully curated selections of clothing, furniture, and household goods. Every purchase directly funds employment initiatives and sustainability efforts across 31 counties.
E-Waste Recycling
We provide environmentally responsible disposal of electronic waste through secure recycling services. This program diverts over 1.8 million pounds of e-waste annually while creating job opportunities in sustainable technology management. Services include data destruction and certified recycling compliance.
People
Barbara Maida-Stolle
CEO and President
Barbara Maida-Stolle leads our organization with over 25 years of nonprofit management experience. She oversees 1,100+ employees and 51 locations while maintaining our financial integrity and mission focus. Her leadership ensures effective program delivery across Northwest North Carolina.
Questions
How do donations support the community?
Donations fund employment programs that help 26,000+ people annually through job training, placement services, and skills development initiatives across 31 counties.
What job training programs are available?
We offer CARF-accredited programs in retail operations, customer service, and vocational skills with personalized career development plans and job placement assistance.
Where can I donate goods?
Donation centers operate at all 51 locations across Northwest North Carolina, offering convenient drop-off points for gently used items that fund our mission.
How can I find job openings?
Current employment opportunities are listed on our website with positions available at 51 locations across retail, administration, and program services.
What sustainability initiatives exist?
Our e-waste recycling program diverts 1.8 million pounds of electronics annually while creating job opportunities in sustainable technology management practices.
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