Goodwill Manasota receives funding to bolster financial literacy in community

Goodwill Manasota receives funding to bolster financial literacy in community Three-year grant totaling $192,000 from United Way Suncoast will help to lower barriers to success, assist employees and community members in achieving financial stability SARASOTA/BRADENTON, FL – In an effort to help community members achieve financial stability, United Way Suncoast has awarded Goodwill […]
New Goodwill Donation Center in Bradenton | Lake Flores ADC

Bradenton, FL – Goodwill Manasota is excited to announce the opening of its newest attended donation center (ADC) in Bradenton, FL! The Lake Flores ADC, located at 8004 Cortez Rd. W. (formerly Ghost Street Kitchen), will officially open on June 30, providing a convenient donation drop-off location for residents in Lakewood Ranch, West Bradenton, and Cortez. This expansion supports Goodwill’s mission of changing lives through the power of work by […]
GoodPartner Coach Program Receives $65K Grant to Transform 800+ Lives | Goodwill Manasota

Goodwill Manasota’s GoodPartner Coach Program Receives $65,000 Grant from The Ralph S. French Charitable Foundation For the 14th consecutive year, The Ralph S. French Charitable Foundation has demonstrated its commitment to workforce development by awarding a $65,000 grant to Goodwill Manasota’s GoodPartner Coach program. This sustained partnership, totaling over $910,000 in cumulative support since 2011, […]
$10K Grant Funds Free Education for Goodwill Employees

How a $10,000 Grant from the Bishop-Parker Foundation is Powering Free Education for Goodwill Employees When you donate to Goodwill or shop at our stores, you’re not just decluttering your home—you’re funding free education and career training for hardworking individuals in Sarasota, Bradenton, and beyond. Thanks to a $10,000 grant from the Bishop-Parker Foundation, even more Goodwill Manasota employees can now access the Pursuit […]
New Goodwill Donation Center in Riviera Beach | Donate Today

New Goodwill Riviera Beach opens April 18, 2024—donate to support local job training programs. The Goodwill donation center Riviera Beach officially opened its doors on April 18, 2024, marking an exciting expansion of Goodwill Industries of the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast’s mission to create employment opportunities through donations. This new location at 1850 West Blue Heron […]
New Goodwill Donation Center in Boca Raton | Donate Today

New Goodwill Donation Center Opens in Boca Raton – Donate & Change Lives! Boca Raton, FL – Goodwill has opened a brand-new donation center in Boca Raton, making it easier than ever to donate your gently used items while supporting job training, sustainability, and our local community. Located at 222 Yamato Road, this Goodwill donation center in Boca Raton offers […]
Goodwill Bingo 2025 Challenge – Play, Thrift, WIN!

Enter to WIN $50 gift card Download Bingo Cards Here Do you love thrift shopping and giving back to the community? Now you can do both—and win prizes while you’re at it! Introducing our Goodwill Bingo Contest! All you need to do is complete a bingo card for a chance to win a $50 gift […]
Goodwill & STUG Partner to Provide Free Computers, Close Digital Divide

In Sarasota, the Goodwill STUG free computers initiative is helping bridge the digital divide by providing essential technology to those in need. From students to job seekers, this partnership is creating opportunities for education, employment, and connection. In today’s world, technology is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. From online classes to job applications, healthcare […]
Goodwill Manasota Welcomes Katie Van Gompel as VP of Marketing

Goodwill Manasota welcomes Katie Van Gompel as VP of Marketing. Learn how her leadership will drive growth and community impact.
Goodwill Manasota Announces 2025-2026 Board of Directors

Local Leaders Join to Drive Job Training and Community Impact in Sarasota and Bradenton SARASOTA/BRADENTON, FL – Goodwill Manasota is proud to introduce its 2025-2026 Board of Directors, a team of dedicated community leaders committed to advancing the organization’s mission of empowering individuals through job training and career services. Chaired by Betsy Benac, a former Manatee […]