Kate Hogeveen has been part of Goodwill’s Adult Day Services (ADS) since 2013. She says that the activities, friends, and staff are what keep her interested in coming back every day. In particular, Kate enjoys that she can make her own decisions and has a say about with whom she spends her time. Kate makes … Continued
“It takes a village,” the adage goes. At Goodwill Columbus, we are proud to help people with disabilities or other challenges enhance their quality of life through the power of work, and we are grateful for our strategic community partners who help us carry out this mission. One of those partners is a local frozen … Continued
After earning his bachelor’s degree in accounting, Abdoulaye wanted to enter the IT field. While researching, he discovered that Goodwill Columbus offers an industry-recognized credential called CompTIA A+. “Once I saw that Goodwill offers it for free, it was a no-brainer,” Abdoulaye said. Abdoulaye completed 15 weeks’ worth of evening classes while working in the … Continued
Haben was in a cycle of job hopping when his lack of vocational purpose inspired him to begin a career in the tech industry. His friend recommended he visit a Goodwill Job Training Center to obtain a free, industry-recognized certification. So, that’s what Haben did. “The process was amazing. The instructors are really good at … Continued
January, 2025 For 10 years, Nina has worked in the childcare industry, caring for children with the same love and attention she gives her own 3-year-old daughter, Naya. Her commitment to others is what drives her, and she is motivated to find ways to better herself and her family. When Nina first heard about the … Continued