Josh Finds Career Path Through Job Training
February 26, 2024
In his last year of school, Josh was ready to find a steady job again. “It was a goal of mine to find employment,” Josh continued. Pathways and his…
Chris’s Perseverance Helped Him Secure Employment
February 6, 2024
While at Zumbro Valley Health Center, Chris was referred to Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s (GESMN) Individualized Placement and Support (IPS)…
Lewie Set Himself Up for Success
January 29, 2024
Guided by the recommendation of his vocational rehabilitation counselor, Lewie joined Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s (GESMN) 7-week Retail Skills…
New Lakeville Goodwill Store Opens
January 19, 2024
On January 19, Goodwill opened its new Lakeville store at 11578 207th St. W., 55044. Goodwill has operated in Lakeville for over a decade. The new…
Emma Meets Her Career Goals
January 9, 2024
Emma got discouraged during her job search by rejections she encountered while applying to multiple jobs. After encouragement from her father and a…
Our 'MN Skills-Based Hiring Accelerator' helps employers rebuild their hiring process to attract and retain talent
January 8, 2024
Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota's (GESMN) MN Skills-Based Hiring Accelerator, in partnership with Minneapolis Regional Chamber, St. Paul Area Chamber…
Got Gifts? Declutter and Donate to Goodwill!
December 26, 2023
After a holiday season of new gadgets and gifts you received, bring items you’ve outgrown or out used to your local Goodwill to make room for your…
Goodwill takes cars? YES!
December 20, 2023
Donating your vehicle to Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN) is convenient, easy and supports our mission to eliminate barriers to work and…
Local companies honored at Power of Partnerships event
December 18, 2023
On December 5, 2023, Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN) was thrilled to welcome over 70 community partners to our St. Paul Campus for our Power…
Steve’s Work Ethic Leads to Stability and Career Success
December 11, 2023
“I didn’t know if I could go back to work,” said Steve, who has struggled with retaining employment due to a disability that makes concentration…
White Elephant Gift Hunting Ideas at Goodwill
December 6, 2023
If you're on the lookout for unique, budget-friendly gifts for a white elephant gift exchange that will leave your friends, family, or colleagues in…
Curtis Lands Job at State of Minnesota with Support from Disability Placement Services
December 1, 2023
“I never thought about how I was going to find a job with a disability before,” Curtis said. In 2013, Curtis had a brain tumor resection, which led to…