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CHANGING LIVES THROUGH EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EMPLOYMENT.
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas’s programs aren't just services; they're catalysts for change. In a state where educational attainment and workforce development are crucial, Goodwill Industries of Arkansas steps in to fill critical gaps. We're not just changing individual lives; we're strengthening the very fabric of our communities through transformation.
Imagine a single mother earning her high school diploma while her child receives quality care just steps away. Picture a former inmate finding meaningful employment and breaking the cycle of recidivism. Envision a rural Arkansan gaining cutting-edge skills and bringing that expertise back to their hometown.
These aren't just scenarios; they're real stories unfolding everyday thanks to Goodwill Industries of Arkansas.
With more than 200,000 adults in Arkansas lacking a high school education, this tuition-free school is for adults 19+ who dream of earning their diploma. With flexible class schedules, free on-site childcare, and dedicated life coaches, we're removing barriers and opening doors to brighter futures.
In a rapidly evolving job market, our Academy is for non-traditional students to gain industry credentials and certifications that lead directly to living-wage employment, bridging the skills gap and fueling Arkansas's economy.
Through personalized guidance and support, we're helping Arkansans embark on new career paths, unleashing potential and driving economic growth across the state.
We believe in second chances. Our reentry program extends a helping hand to those reentering the workforce after justice involvement, fostering a more inclusive and compassionate Arkansas.
6,000+
PEOPLE SERVED
37
STORES STATEWIDE
450+
PEOPLE FOUND WORK STATEWIDE
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas is a lifeline for thousands of Arkansans, providing hope and opportunity from the Delta to the Ozarks touching lives and transforming communities in ways that are both profound and far-reaching.
In essence, we're more than an organization; we're a movement. A movement that believes in the potential of every Arkansan, that sees value where others might not, and that works tirelessly to create opportunities where none existed before.
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas is vital because we embody the spirit of our state – resilient, resourceful, and deeply committed to lifting each other up. We're not just serving Arkansas; we're helping to shape its future, one life, one family, one community at a time. Explore our site, learn more about our mission service programs and join us in building a stronger, more prosperous Arkansas for all.
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas is a lifeline for thousands of Arkansans, providing hope and opportunity from the Delta to the Ozarks touching lives and transforming communities in ways that are both profound and far-reaching. In essence, we're more than an organization; we're a movement. A movement that believes in the potential of every Arkansan, that sees value where others might not, and that works tirelessly to create opportunities where none existed before. Goodwill Industries of Arkansas is vital because we embody the spirit of our state – resilient, resourceful, and deeply committed to lifting each other up. We're not just serving Arkansas; we're helping to shape its future, one life, one family, one community at a time. Explore our site, learn more about our mission service programs and join us in building a stronger, more prosperous Arkansas for all.
GOOD NEWS
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas Receives 2024 Arkansas Recycling Coalition Community Involvement Award
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas (GIA) was the recipient of ARC's 2024 Community Involvement of the Year Award.
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas Says Goodbye to Single-Use Plastic Bags
GIA will discontinue the use of single-use plastic bags in all its retail stores across the state, effective September 3, 2024.
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas Announces New Education and Mission Services Leadership
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas is pleased to announce Ervin “Pete” Dennis as the organization’s new Vice President of Mission Services and Jherrithan Dukes as Vice President of Education and Training.
