According to Vogue, deadstock fabric and unsold inventory are weighing down the fashion industry, which is responsible for 10% of the world’s carbon emissions. Understanding the environmental impact of fast fashion is the first step to create true change. Sustainable fashion is no longer a fad – it’s a lifestyle. Social enterprises like Goodwill Industries…
The year was 1948. Harry Truman was re-elected as President of the United States. The Ford F-series truck was unveiled. Scrabble was introduced. Cheetos hit store shelves. And Goodwill Industries of Southern NJ was born in Camden, NJ and has been a pioneer of the eco-conscious movement ever since. The average American discards about 68 pounds of used…
Goodwill’s vintage boutique, Retrospect, is receiving accolades in Philadelphia Magazine as a standout shop in the city of brotherly love. A vibrant assortment of retro clothing, accessories and home goods with ‘60s and ‘70s flare fill this South Street gem. Open every day from 11am-7pm located at 508 South Street in Philadelphia. Read the full…
How do you turn ill will towards an ex-boyfriend, girlfriend, partner, or spouse into a good deed? By Donating Your Ex’s Stuff to Goodwill this Valentine’s Day! Maybe it is clothing left behind; a set of dishes you got as a wedding present; a dress or suit you wore on that infamous first date; or…
Indeed and Goodwill are working together to help you find your next job. Our partners at Indeed have developed Indeed Instant Scan; a new technology to help review resumes on Indeed. This is a terrific tool to supplement your job search and can be used with the Resume Review that is free through the Indeed…
Are you ready for some grand opening bargains? Goodwill’s newest store will open in Hazlet, NJ on Thursday, January 14th at 9 am. It is located in Hazlet Plaza at 3035-B Highway 35 North. Goodwill’s Aberdeen location will officially close on Wednesday, January 13th at 7 pm. The Hazlet Goodwill provides shoppers with expanded treasure…
With tens of millions of people in the U.S. unemployed, more people than ever are eager to set up job interviews. However, for many, lack of transportation is a barrier that stops them in their tracks. That’s why Goodwill and Lyft have partnered to relieve this stress. Now available in 20 major cities, including Philadelphia, Lyft’s…
All Goodwill sites are now open for business! This includes stores, donation centers and training facilities. Please know that Goodwill has gone above and beyond in terms of its safety and sanitization efforts to fight the spread of COVID-19. For example, Goodwill stores now have an Environmental Technician on site during all operating hours to…
