Happy Friday Goodwill family! It’s the LAST Friday of the year! Are you happy with the way 2016 turned out? Did you solve all your resolutions? Are you all set for your new one’s? We are!
Normally I’d wait till December 31, at 11:59:59 pm to make probably a thousand resolutions. Whether it’s to lose weight, change my hair color, or maybe sky dive on my birthday (still haven’t solved that one yet!). But as I got older I started to really think long and hard over these resolutions and how vain they started to sound. Don’t get me wrong, self-love is the best love year ’round, but how will it affect the ever changing world around us? Will getting my hair colored help a person find a job? or make someone’s day brighter? Why even wait until January 1st to color my hair? Beside the question, I drafted three resolutions to add to our daily routine that could affect others in a more positive way.
Give More:
As we head into January, known as “National Get Organized Month”, take the time out to declutter your life (or closet) and donate to any of our Facilities. Goodwill relies upon the sales of donated items to create jobs and fund our job training programs for people with disabilities, disadvantages, and other barriers to employment. In fact, 93 cents of every dollar goes into funding these programs. Simply put, your donations help us create jobs and put people back to work, and we believe that work has the power to transform lives. To find a donation station, click here.
Get Involved:
Volunteering at Goodwill is a great way to make an impact on the lives of people in our community who need a hand up. Whether you’re looking for ways to give back as an individual or you’re looking for corporate opportunities, we can help you get plugged into a great organization that believes in the value of people and the power of work.Individuals of all ages, time commitments, and skill levels are encouraged to volunteer. Please contact Natasha Johnson at njohnson@goodwillnct.org to learn more about how you can make a difference at Goodwill.
Help A Friend:
Every Friday, our Job boards are updated, ensuring that you or someone you know has a chance at employment. Here at Goodwill, we offer services varying from CDL Truck Driving, to 1-1 help in our Job Resource Center. All of our services provide the opportunities to gain new skill sets and take on new tasks to improve your life. Check the links below to sign up or receive more information.
Happy New Year Goodwill Family! May your 2017 be as bright as 2016!