COVID-19 Impact on Goodwill

All stores are now open to shoppers and donors with the exception of our Washington, Iowa store which is still temporarily closed. Be sure to visit our COVID-19 page for current store hours and safety guidelines when you visit. 

We need your support right now more than ever. When this is all over, there will be an overwhelming community need for our employment services. Remember that Goodwill of Heartland is a non-profit charitable organization and that we rely on our retail stores to fund our mission - advancing the social and economic wellbeing of people who experience barriers to independence.  We still have limited resources to move our mission forward and to support the reopening of all our operations. Please consider an online financial donation. Your contribution will help carry our organization through this difficult time.  It will also ensure that we are prepared to meet the demand for assistance that we know is coming. Our goal is to be a leader in getting people back to work after this crisis has passed.

Tom Cavanagh - Production Manager

PRIDE

Every day, our team strives to reflect our core values. These are the values that guide how we interact with one another as co-workers, customers, business partners and our community:

  • Pursuit of excellence
  • Respect for individuals
  • Integrity
  • Dedication to mission
  • Empowerment
Rachel in her home with Supported Community Living Specialist Jen

HOPE

For people who face barriers to employment and independence, Goodwill helps turn challenges into opportunities. Our programs empower and inspire self-confidence, responsibility and a strong sense of self-worth. In addition to employment assistance and training, we see lives transformed by hope every day thanks to:

 

  • Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program (HVRP)
  • Supported Community Living programs
  • Day Habilitation programs for people with disabilities
Person with disability at work with Goodwill Light Manufacturing program

JOBS

It really is that simple. Goodwill offers job training and certifications that put people to work. We also create jobs through our stores, contract services, and community business partners. Finally, we help develop life skills for people struggling to live independently. Our programs include:

  • Employment assistance
  • Job training programs
  • Career centers
  • Supported Community Living

 

9,973,595

Total pounds of goods recycled

701

JOB PLACEMENTS

102,994

HOURS OF TRAINING PROVIDED AT GOODWILL STORES AND CONTRACTS

613

HELMS CAREER CENTER PARTICIPANTS

$ 163,607

VALUE OF CLOTHING VOUCHERS PROVIDED TO PEOPLE IN NEED

3,947

SERVICES PROVIDED TO INDIVIDUALS WITH BARRIERS

Daily Deals

We’re continuously offering great deals online and at our stores. Get notified of new bargains on your mobile device or computer.

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Goodwill of the Heartland to Temporarily Close Washington Store

June 26, 2020 – Goodwill of the Heartland will temporarily close its Washington, Iowa store to both shoppers and donors effective Wednesday, July 1st.  The decision is the result of slow store sales after re-opening the location on May 11th.  All 17 Goodwill of the Heartland retail stores closed at the end of March due

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May

Goodwill of the Heartland Plans Phased Re-Opening for Donation Acceptance and Retail Store Locations in Illinois

Goodwill of the Heartland will open its three Illinois retail locations for DONATION ACCEPTANCE ONLY on Friday, May 29th.  Included are the stores in Geneseo, Rock Island and Moline.  These three stores will then open to shoppers on Monday, June 1st.  Hours of operation for donating and shopping will be reduced to Monday – Saturday from 11 am – 6 pm and Sunday from 12 pm – 5 pm until further notice.

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