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July 2008 Grapevine newsletter (PDF)
       
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Thrift stores see brisk business

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With the economy sagging, more shoppers are considering thrift stores an option to stretch their dollars.
Thrift stores see brisk business
 

January 2008 Grapevine newsletter (PDF)
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Donations at drop boxes don't always go to charities
Article published Dec 16, 2007

Donations at drop boxes don't always go to charitiesOur community is among a host of communities nationwide that are seeing the sudden appearance of unattended donation bins used to collect used clothing and household goods.

While some collection boxes are owned by bona-fide charities, many actually benefit for-profit organizations. It is important that donors make an informed choice and know to whom they are giving as they clean out their closets this holiday season.

Licking/Knox Goodwill Industries is reminding donors to carefully consider the manner in which they donate gently used clothing and other household items. All too often, people simply want to quickly clear out the stuff they no longer can use and drop their unwanted items at the nearest spot, assuming they are making a charitable donation. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. We also encourage property owners to conduct a thorough check into organizations that are requesting to place a donation bin on owners' properties.

Fraudulent charities often modify the names of established groups, so be sure to read carefully the name of the charity before giving and avoid donating to organizations that can't provide you with information about the causes they are asking you to support. You can make sure your donations are benefiting the people who need them most by asking a few key questions:

  • Will your donation be used to support a cause you believe in?

     

  • What percentage of the revenues generated by your donation will support the mission of the organization directly?

     

  • If the collection bin is owned by a for-profit organization, how will your donation help people in need?

     

  • Does your donation support local needs?

    When you donate to Goodwill, we sell your donations in Goodwill stores and use the revenue to fund local job training and employment programs that benefit people with barriers to work.

    Licking/Knox Goodwill funnels 89 cents for every dollar into programs to help people who are having a difficult time finding a job, whether because of a disability, poverty or lack of education and work experience. Because of the generous support from our community, Licking/Knox Goodwill Industries was able to provide training and employment services for more than 600 individuals in 2007.

    This holiday season, make a difference with your donations. Donations can be dropped off at any Goodwill store in Newark, Johnstown, Utica or Mount Vernon. You can be confident your donations will be put to good use.

    Think as carefully about where you donate the things you no longer can use as you do about where you donate your money. Always give to charities you know and trust.

    For more information about your local Goodwill, visit
    www.good willnewark.com or call Goodwill at (740) 345-9861.


  • Goodwill helps ease barriers to work
    Article published Nov 16, 2007

    Goodwill helps ease barriers to work

    As we pause to remember our many blessings this holiday season, Licking/Knox Goodwill Industries would like to say "Thanks for Giving" to our many donors, customers and community partners.

    Over the past 50 years, community members have donated their gently used clothing and household items. Donations are sold in Goodwill Stores, which provides the revenue needed to fund training and employment programs for people with disabilities and other barriers to work. Importantly, your support stays local and benefits your community.

    Tips to consider when donating:

    ·  Give to charities you know and trust.

    ·  Ask yourself if the donation is in good enough condition to share with a relative or friend.

    ·  Leave donations at sites with attendants on duty.

    During this holiday season, please take time to remember others and give generously to your local Goodwill. A very sincere "Thanks for Giving." With your support, Goodwill puts people to work.

    Charles E. Strauch
    Executive Director


    Looking for some Goodwill gear?

    You can now order your own personal Goodwill apparel and accessories online directly from a Goodwill approved supplier.

    Visit www.goodwillonlinestore.com to check out all things Goodwill.


    Send mail to goodwillnewark@yahoo.com with questions or comments about this web site.
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