Goodwill Industries recently hosted a Lincoln Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting event on September 19th in honor of the grand opening of its new store, which moved from its previous location in the Edgewood Shopping Center to its new location at Apples Way. The new store is triple the size of the old one, and is now the largest Goodwill retail and donation center in Lincoln. One of the many improvements that is popular among recent visitors is a covered drive-thru for donations, which will make dropping off items much more convenient for donors.
Goodwill Industries Serving Southeast Nebraska Inc.’s mission is willing workers employed and community resources maximized. Its programs support individuals with barriers to employment by providing services which equip them with the tools needed in order to obtain employment, thus adding to lower unemployment rates and less reliance on government assistance within the Lincoln community. Additionally, Goodwill contributes to ecological balance through massive recycling efforts of unsalable textiles and other products.
The community can support Goodwill all year long by donating their gently-used items, shopping at Goodwill Stores and making tax-deductible financial donations. The sale of donated goods remains the greatest source of funding for programs Goodwill provides. Learn more about Goodwill Industries at www.lincolngoodwill.org.