What’s Good, Goodwill?

New year, new season, new hosts! Today, we’re kicking off season four with a fresh look at the year ahead, setting new goals, and how Goodwill can help you make those resolutions a reality through donating, shopping, and connecting you with resources for housing, employment, and financial support programs in eastern Washington and north Idaho.

What’s Good, Goodwill? podcast hosts Heather and Michelle sat down with Clark Brekke, Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest President and CEO to discuss our past, present, and future of Goodwill as we celebrate our 85th anniversary on Thursday, December 5th. 

What's Good, Goodwill? podcast hosts Heather and Michelle are caffeinated and excited to share all the GOOD things Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest is grateful for.  Thank you for donating gently used and new coats during the 4 News Now Coats 4 Kids donation drive. Learn how your donations help change lives in the inland northwest through Goodwill's Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program. Be inspired by Joseph's story of success!  Continue the cycle for good by sharing our podcast on social media and subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts.  

What's Good, Goodwill? podcast hosts Teresa, Heather, and Michelle gathered in our spooky media room to chat about the GOOD happening around Goodwill. Grab your pumpkin spice, pull up a chair, and let's share the good.   October is packed full of events. Learn about Coats for Kids, the BECU Shred and eCycle Event, Spokane Veterans Stand Down. Are you ready? learn about our South Hill Community Trunk or Treat and how you can register to be a sponsor or participate as a trunk. October is National Disabilities Employment Awareness Month. Learn how team members like Danny, October's featured success story, have found employment through Goodwill's employment programs in eastern Washington and north Idaho.  Continue the cycle for good by sharing our podcast on social media and subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts.  

What’s Good, Goodwill? Hosts Heather and Michelle sat down with Bryan Stanfill, Goodwill’s Director of Behavioral Health and Wellness to talk about Goodwill’s upcoming Peer Support Specialist, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and Goodwill’s Goodlife and SupportLinc programs. Listen to hear about all the event happening at Goodwill in September. Find out why you should try to choose secondhand first not just in September but every day. Learn about our South Hill Community Trunk or Treat and how you can register to be a sponsor or participate as a trunk. Finally, be inspired by Star’s success story. —————————————————————-The first part of this episode talks about Suicide, Suicide Prevention, and resources. If you would like to skip this section, please skip to timestamp 13:32 on this episode. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Please call or text 988. You can also text chat by visiting 988lifeline.org. Continue the cycle for good by sharing our podcast on social media and subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts.   Good Bits Section

What’s that sound off in the distance? It’s time for back-to-school shopping and What’s Good, Goodwill? Podcast hosts Michelle and Heather are ready to help you prepare for the new school year.  It’s starting to feel spooky around Goodwill…listen to hear when Halloween will begin to roll out in all our stores! Love Trunk or Treat Events and are looking to participate or sponsor ours? Join us as we talk about our South Hill Trunk or Treat 2024! Continue the cycle for good by sharing our podcast on social media and subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts.  

What’s Good, Goodwill? Podcast hosts Michelle and Heather are ready to spill all the exciting news about what’s happening around Goodwill this July! Don’t miss the bus! What bus? The Goodwill Thrift Bus on Saturday, August 17th also known as National Thrift Shop Day. Tickets on sale July 1st. Tickets on sale here. We are days away from the grand re-opening of our Coeur d’Alene store. Learn about the celebration, what’s new, and what services will be provided out of our new Workforce and Family Services office in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. It’s good to have a place to call home. Learn how Goodwill can help people who qualify for these programs in eastern Washington and north Idaho. Learn more here.

What’s Good, Goodwill? Podcast host Michelle smuggled her way onto the calendars of just a few of our amazing leadership team at Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest to chat with them about Goodwill Week. What is Goodwill Week? Take a listen to learn about Goodwill, our leadership team, why Goodwill, and success stories that have inspired them over their time here at Goodwill.

What’s Good, Goodwill? Podcast hosts Michelle and Heather sat down to talk about how Goodwill is investing in its teams with Bryan Stanfill, Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest’s Director of Behavioral Health and Wellness. Get ready to mark your calendars and listen to hear about the latest update on our Coeur d’Alene, Idaho store. Looking to party this August? Be the first to hear about our Goodwill Party Bus plans and when tickets go on sale!  

What's Good, Goodwill? Podcast hosts Alicia and Michelle couldn't wait to spring into this episode as it's packed with sustainability and second chances. Spring cleaning isn't just about tidying up; it's about making a meaningful impact in your community. Did you know that your packed closet has amazing potential to change lives? Learn about how Goodwill keeps both waste and e-waste out of landfills. Find out what Second Chance month is and how individuals like Wes and David found a second chance with Goodwill. Goodbits page