Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont

We are proud to share that we have once again earned a Four-Star Rating from @CharityNav, the nation’s largest charity evaluator that has provided donors with thorough and credible ratings of more than 230,000 organizations.

It’s #WomenInConstructionMonth, and we’re shining a light on one of our employer partners, Horne! Hear from Amalia as she shares the value of women in the construction field and reflects on her experience working alongside participants from our programs.

We’re hosting a furniture and home decor pop-up sale inside of our donation drop-off center located at 5102 South Blvd! Doors open at 10am on Friday, 3/20, and the pop-up will return on Saturday and Sunday if inventory remains. Learn more: goodwillsp.org/news/home-by-g…

Look at these smiles! 🎓✨Our latest Computer Essentials: Powered by CDE ConnectTech class graduated 17 participants and every single graduate received a free laptop from the @CDEConnects to continue their learning journey. We’re so proud of them and so grateful for our partnership with CDE!

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) can put hundreds or even thousands back in your pocket if you qualify! Get free help understanding your eligibility at our EITC Taxathon Event on March 14. 📍 Charlotte Career & Employment Center ⏰ 10 a.m.–3 p.m. | Walk‑ins only Bring: Social security card, photo ID, W2s and 1099 documents. Learn more here: goodwillsp.org/event/eitc-202…

It’s #WomenInConstructionWeek! Meet Ten, a Charlotte native who came to Goodwill for a fresh start and found a career she loves in the skilled trades. ✨ Read her full story here: goodwillsp.org/success-story/…

Want your resume to stand out? Here are 5 quick tips from local hiring managers: • Check your contact info • List 10 yrs of work history • Use a professional email • Show results using numbers • Be specific about industry-specific skills or certifications Ready to put your resume to work? 👉 goodworkstaffing.com/job-seekers/li…

We’re excited to announce $10M+ in new Gable Grants to 15 community-based and national nonprofits! This brings our network to 65 organizations and marks a $53M investment to expand skilled trades training and career pathways nationwide. bit.ly/4aH7qBJ

@lowesfoundation @ThisBuilt @RevolutionWork1 Thank you @lowesfoundation for your continued investment in expanding skilled trades pathways! We’re grateful to be one of the Gable Grants recipients.

🚨Upcoming Hiring Event Looking for a role with a reliable schedule and hands‑on work at a reputable company? @AmericanEfird (Mount Holly location) is hiring Machine Operators! Join us at the Gastonia Career Center February 26 | 10 AM – 1 PM 👉 Register here: tinyurl.com/52km3mn2

Looking for a retail leadership career that offers both meaningful work and room to advance? We are hiring retail leaders across North Carolina and South Carolina. Competitive pay, strong benefits and real paths for growth. 📆 Feb. 18 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 📍 Goodwill Opportunity Campus Please apply in advance: bit.ly/3O8LIPi

Strengthen your financial health this tax season! Join our upcoming Financial Basics Workshops with @CWCLT. ⭐ One-Day Financial Workshop 📆 February 17, from 10:30am – 12:30pm 📍 Gastonia Career Center | 359 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052 👉 Register here: bit.ly/4a2YRkh ⭐ Three-Day Financial Workshop 📆 February 17 - 19, from 6:30pm – 7:30pm 📍 Meets virtually 👉 Register here: bit.ly/4qpBgk2

Upcoming hiring event with @CharMeckSchools! Whether you're passionate about education, support services or leadership, CMS offers opportunities to grow in a career that matters. Register here: tinyurl.com/mr2xfcwh #GoodwillSP #HiringEvent #CharlotteNC #CMSCareer

Looking for extra support in your job search? Goodwill offers free skill-building workshops on resume building, personal branding, interviewing, digital skills, and more. Learn more here: bit.ly/4qWWKFM #JobSearch #CareerSupport #WorkforceDevelopment

We were honored to host Marvin Ellison, President and CEO of @Lowes, at our Construction Skills Training Center. He had the opportunity to see firsthand how our participants are trained for meaningful careers and to experience the supportive, hands‑on learning environment we’ve built to help them discover their path. This work wouldn’t be possible without the support of the @lowesfoundation, and we are deeply grateful for their continued investment in making these opportunities a reality!

💻 Want to build your digital skills? Join our FREE 3‑day ConnectTech workshop with the @CDEConnects! You’ll learn email basics, job searching, online safety and more! No experience needed. ✨ And when you complete the workshop, you’ll receive a FREE laptop to keep. Lean more here: bit.ly/4apWpWm

Tax season doesn’t have to be stressful. 💙 Goodwill is offering free tax prep resources, workshops and support across our Career & Employment Centers this season. Explore all upcoming sessions here: bit.ly/4bTXR4o

Look at those smiles from our job-ready construction training participants! Today, they met with employers as they prepare for their next steps. These participants have worked hard alongside their career navigators, who have supported them with resume updates, interview prep and more. Thank you to all the employers who participated in our hiring event!

Ready to feel more confident about managing your money? Join our FREE Financial Basics Workshop with @CWCLT and learn practical tips from budgeting, credit strategies and more! Register here: bit.ly/4qeCPBV

Want a job that actually makes a difference? Join us for a hiring event with @AboundHealthNC! Jan. 22 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Gastonia Career & Employment Center | 359 W. Main Ave Roles: Caregivers & Job Coaches Interested? Register here: bit.ly/4ssmR8N