As National Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Recognition Week kicks off, we are taking time to honor, celebrate, and spotlight the extraordinary team members who dedicate their lives to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Central Ohio. To mark the start of this special week, we are beyond proud to share monumental news: Goodwill … Continued
September is National Workforce Development Month, and at Goodwill Columbus, we are proud to empower job seekers every single day. Whether you are looking to start a brand-new career or upskill for your next promotion, we offer a wide range of free programs—including Career Fundamentals, industry-specific Career Pathways trainings, essential Digital Skills courses, and comprehensive … Continued
For years, Jeff’s resume looked a certain way. To an outside observer—and sometimes even to his wife—it looked like job hopping. But Jeff wasn’t running away from hard work, and he wasn’t lazy. He was just searching for something he couldn’t seem to find: meaning. “I was working jobs because I needed a job to … Continued
Goodwill Columbus was proud to hit the streets last weekend for the 2026 Stonewall Columbus Pride Parade! Celebrating love, inclusion, and community, our team marched side-by-side with our wonderful partners at the Human Service Chamber of Franklin County. To bring our mission to life, we got creative with our favorite resources—donations! Our team crafted a … Continued
Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jim Tressel have officially announced that Ohio’s ninth annual In-Demand Jobs Week will take place from May 4–8, 2026. This week is a statewide celebration of Ohio’s fastest-growing industries, and this year’s theme, “Reach Your Full Potential,” strikes a chord with everything we do here at Goodwill Columbus. We … Continued