Business Collaborations

Goodwill has a long tradition of partnering with the business community to fulfill its important mission of helping individuals with barriers to self-sufficiency achieve independence and dignity through work. Our work with the business community takes many forms, all of which are equally vital to everything we do at Goodwill, from our job training and placement services to our retail and donation operations. More than 200 different businesses work with Goodwill each year, and we refer to those relationships as “business collaborations” because they are mutually beneficial. View a list of our Business Collaborations.

Hiring and OutSource Resource Collaborations

Businesses collaborate with Goodwill for many different reasons and in a variety of ways. For companies looking to hire good employees, we are a valued source of skilled, reliable workers. And we can help businesses improve their retention rates, reduce their recruiting costs and gain access to tax credits. As members of Goodwill’s Business Advisory Council, a number of businesses provide advice and direction to Goodwill to help us place more people and fine-tune our training so we can be sure our programs are adequately preparing people for the workforce. Success Stories>>

Philanthropic Collaborations

On the corporate philanthropy front, companies choose to support Goodwill because we have a solid track record – and over a century of experience – of helping people overcome barriers and reach their full potential. Whether it is providing financial support, hosting a clothing drive, providing pro-bono services, or sponsoring or participating in a Goodwill event, there are many ways companies can work with us to help make a significant difference in the lives of those who come to Goodwill for help. Success Stories>>

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