Discover how Shaylee found her passion for baking and decorating through retail industry training

February 3, 2025

Shaylee was dedicated to developing her work skills. Through Community Options 2, a post-high school transitional program, she connected with Tayler,…

Learn how Rico built a future with construction training

January 7, 2025

At 18 years old, Rico found himself at a crossroads. So he attended Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota's free 12-week construction training program and…

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s Financial Industry Training transformed Jeffrey’s career

December 18, 2024

“I’m very grateful for the experience. It’s been life changing in many ways,” Jeffrey said of his experience with Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s…

Anakin’s Confidence and Self-Advocacy Creates Career Success

November 21, 2024

Guided by the recommendation of his mental health practitioner, Anakin joined Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s (GESMN) Individualized Placement and…

Kendra’s Self-Advocacy and Perseverance Creates Career Independence

November 4, 2024

In 2023, while at Zumbro Valley Health Center, Kendra was referred to Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s (GESMN) Individualized Placement and Support…

Aireal’s Determination Leads to Career Success

October 28, 2024

In March 2022, Aireal was pregnant and searching to find a better living situation. A friend recommended Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s (GESMN)…

Reentry Program helped Ron find his voice

October 14, 2024

Ron was facing eviction, which would impact the conditions of his parole, when his parole officer suggested he connect with Goodwill-Easter Seals…

Jordan’s Journey from Homelessness to Hope

September 5, 2024

With the guidance of his brother and mom, Jordan joined Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s (GESMN) automotive training. He received hands-on industry…

An open mind and hard work led Natasha to a new career path

August 19, 2024

One day during her daily commute she noticed a billboard promoting Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s (GESMN) free career resources and training. “I…

Ashley’s Customer Service Skills Propel Her Career

August 12, 2024

Guided by the recommendation of her vocational rehabilitation counselor, Ashley joined Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s (GESMN) supported employment…

Brookelyn’s New Job Provides Confidence and Motivation

July 15, 2024

Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) referred Brookelyn to GESMN’s Individualized Placement and Support (IPS) program where she was connected to Sara,…

Elizabeth’s Self-Advocacy Leads to Career Success

June 3, 2024

“I was adopted from Russia in 2004,” Elizabeth said. “There were specific challenges that I was going to have all throughout my life. Because of these…