THE GOOD(WILL) NEWS
Welcome to Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries’ new blog series. We hope you find our stories delightful, interesting, and inspiring. Goodwill’s mission is to help individuals with barriers to self-sufficiency to achieve independence and dignity through work. Driven by your support—through donations of goods, financial giving, and shopping at our stores — we help thousands of individuals every year. With these blogs, we will explore Goodwill’s many offerings, as well as peek into the back-door mechanics of what makes Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries a leader in the community.
Ready for What’s Next? Building Confidence for School, Work, and Everything in Between
August has a way of making us think about what's next. For some, it's the start of a new school year. For others, it's a new job, a career change, or the search for a new opportunity. As summer...
More Than a Thrift Store: What Most People Don’t Know About Goodwill
Ask someone what comes to mind when they think of Goodwill and you'll probably hear the same answers. A thrift store. A place to donate clothing and household items, and discover unique, affordable...
This Could Be the Summer You Find Your Next Job
Earlier this month, Goodwill Boston Career Center hosted a Health and Human Services Job Fair, bringing together employers and job seekers from across Greater Boston. Organizations from healthcare,...
Thrifting for Summer: Simple Finds, Real Impact
Summer is right around the corner, and looking in your closet, you start to notice a few things. You have more clothes than you need. At the same time, it somehow feels like you have nothing to...
Earth Week: Small Actions, Measurable Impact
Earth Week may have passed, but it's always a good time to look at what happens to the items we no longer use. Clothing, household goods, and everyday items do not disappear once they leave your...
Round Up at Goodwill: Your Donated Change Can Create New Lives
A single question at the register can change someone’s direction. When a cashier asks if you would like to Round Up, it may sound small. A few cents. Less than a dollar. Easy to decline and easy to...
A Donation to Goodwill Is a Gift to Your Community
When you donate to Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries, your contribution doesn’t stop at the drop-off door. Every bag of clothing, box of household goods, or online gift plays a direct role in...
National Ditch Your Resolution Day Is Coming – Your Career Plan Can Still Move Forward
By mid-January, motivation often starts to fade. January 17, known as National Ditch Your Resolution Day, marks the point when many people decide their goals...
Learn How Your Donations Support the Community This Holiday Season
November often marks the beginning of the season of giving — a time when many people look for ways to support their neighbors and strengthen their community. At Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries,...
Goodwill & Patriots: Giving Back This Thanksgiving
Every November, Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries and the New England Patriots Charitable Foundation come together to make the holiday season a little brighter for local families. Goodwill’s...





