Every Friday, the Goodwill Art Studio has been a little brighter thanks to Ella Mae. A dedicated artist who finds inspiration “straight from her head,” Ella Mae has become a staple of our creative community. Ella Mae has a very specific artistic vision. While an observer might see a beautiful arrangement of abstract geometry and … Continued
Toni learned about Goodwill’s digital skills program while at the library looking for resources. A part-time employee at the airport, Toni’s goal was to find a distraction from grieving the loss of her two sisters. Toni started her digital adventure with the Digital Skills Hub class taught by Goodwill Career Facilitator Mindy Spencer. “Mindy … Continued
When Maurice first came to Goodwill Columbus, he was facing a daunting set of hurdles. As an individual who is profoundly deaf and navigating the complexities of a past legal record, he found his livelihood threatened when he could no longer work as a delivery driver. He turned to Goodwill’s career services for a fresh … Continued
For over a decade, Andrea has flourished at Goodwill Columbus, a place she describes as a “second home” defined by its close-knit family feel. These strong connections power her busy schedule as she balances creative work in the Art Studio with community-based activities. Two days a week, Andrea can be found in the Studio, where … Continued
Josh was just 13 credits shy of a bachelor’s degree in computer science, but he was still looking for the right key to unlock his professional IT career. When his annual employment contract began drawing to a close last summer, a search on the OhioMeansJobs website led him to the breakthrough he needed: Goodwill’s free … Continued