What’s Good, Goodwill? podcast hosts Alicia and Michelle sat down with Don, Don, and Tom from the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program. 

Hear how Don, an outreach specialist, heads out into the community and reaches out to homeless veterans and social services providers.   

Learn how Don and Tom, case managers, work with veterans to get them rapidly re-housed, and connected with much-needed home goods and supplies, and how they work one on one with veterans to find the services, medical care, and other programs they need to thrive. 

SSVF eastern WA & north ID Hotline: 509-828-2449

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S1E5: The SSVF Program: Bringing Veterans Home

It’s your lucky day, thrift lovers! In this episode of What’s Good, Goodwill?, we’re diving into all the good happening in March, but the real pot of gold? Big changes are happening at Goodwill! We’re spilling the details on the brand new Colville Goodwill location and what it means for shoppers, donors, and resources. Looking to level up your skills? We’ll introduce you to the Google Digital Career Accelerator—a game-changing opportunity to boost your career. March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and we’re shining a light on inclusion, empowerment, and the incredible work happening in our community.

Plus, did you know that Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest is women-led? We’ll celebrate the powerhouse women shaping the future of thrift and social impact. And of course, we wrap up with a heartwarming success story that proves second chances are always in style!

Tune in for laughs, insights, and all the feel-good vibes. Don’t forget to subscribe and share—because what’s good at Goodwill is good for everyone!

Good Bits: https://discovergoodwill.org/s4e3-unlock-your-potential-new-location-new-skills-continued-success/

S4E3 Unlock Your Potential:  New Location, New Skills, Continued Success

Hey there, and welcome back to What’s Good, Goodwill? — the podcast where we dive into all the incredible ways thrifting changes lives and makes a difference in our communities. 

In S4E4: Closet to Impact, we’re exploring how thrifting powers sustainability and creates second chances — not just for clothes, but for people too. We’ll talk about the environmental benefits of shopping secondhand, the ripple effect it has on reducing waste, and how your purchases and donations are helping to fund life-changing programs right here in our community.

So, if you’ve ever wondered how your thrift store finds are making a bigger impact than just upgrading your wardrobe — stick around. You won’t want to miss this one!

S4E4 Closet to Impact: How Thrifting Powers Sustainability and Unlocks Second Chances

It’s Goodwill Industries Week! In this episode of What’s Good, Goodwill?, we’re celebrating the power of community. Hear how we support veterans through our Supportive Services for Veteran Families program, learn tips and tricks during Mental Health Awareness month and get inspired and learn how you can receive help from Goodwill's Housing and Essential Needs (HEN) program!

S4E5 Taking Action: Empowering Veterans, Elevating Mental Health, and Celebrating Goodwill Week

This summer, thrift smarter—not harder! Hope and Michelle share budget-friendly style tips, upcycling hacks, and how to build a Renaissance Faire look without breaking the bank. Plus, learn how Goodwill’s free Google Career Certificates can help you level up your skills and career. Whether you’re thrifting for fashion or your future, this episode has you covered!

S4E6 Summer Thrift Vibes, Free Google Certs, and Renaissance Realness

In this episode, Hope and Michelle dive into building job skills!

✨ We spotlight Next Generation Zone for World Youth Skills Day, celebrate National Disability Independence Day, and share how Goodwill helps people of all abilities gain confidence and independence at work. 🎃 Get the scoop on our Halloween X-Spo sponsorship! Don’t miss our inspiring spotlight stories about Cole and Alicia—two participants who gained confidence, independence, and jobs with help from Goodwill.

Tune in to hear what’s good, right now, at Goodwill.

S4E7 Building Skills & Getting Spooky — July at Goodwill

August is a big month at Goodwill! Join Hope and Michelle as they celebrate National Thrift Shop Day, preview Halloween deals and the Halloween X-Spo, and spotlight local events across eastern Washington and north Idaho.

Hear how E-Cycle Washington is keeping electronics out of landfills, get an exciting update on our new Colville store, and be inspired by Trisha’s story of rebuilding her life with help from Goodwill programs.

Tune in for thrifting tips, feel-good moments, and a dad joke you won’t want to miss. Press play and see how your shopping and donations change lives!

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S4E8 Super Bowl of Thrifting + Halloween Sneak Peek & Trisha’s Triumph

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S1E5: The SSVF Program: Bringing Veterans Home

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