2025 Impact
The Overall Picture
In 2025, Goodwill Industries of Wayne and Holmes Counties made measurable impact across Wayne and Holmes Counties by advancing job training, workforce development, and environmental sustainability. Through community donations, retail operations, and employment services, thousands of individuals gained valuable skills, millions of pounds of usable goods were diverted from landfills, and local families were supported through meaningful opportunities for growth and independence.
Each result reflects our mission in action. Every donation supports job training programs. Every purchase helps fund employment services. Every partnership strengthens our local economy and promotes responsible reuse.
Like pieces of a puzzle, every Goodwill program and service works together to create lasting community impact. Donations, job placement services, skills training, and sustainability initiatives combine to form a complete picture of opportunity, empowerment, and environmental stewardship. Together, these efforts demonstrate how community support drives positive change and builds a stronger future for Wayne and Holmes Counties.
The Breakdown
Mission Services
The Mission Services team at Goodwill Industries of Wayne and Holmes Counties supported 1,855 individuals through employment services, helping people build skills and move toward independence in 2025. A total of 189 individuals secured meaningful employment, an increase from 2024, and 75 local youth achieved high school graduation, also surpassing the previous year’s outcomes. These growing results reflect a continued commitment to expanding opportunity and strengthening our community.
Each success represents a step toward independence and long-term stability. Even more encouraging, these outcomes continue to grow year over year, reflecting our expanding impact and ongoing commitment to helping individuals and families move forward.
Industrial Services & Recycled Goods
In 2025, the Industrial Services and Recycled Goods programs at Goodwill Industries of Wayne and Holmes Counties continued to drive meaningful impact for both our community and the environment. Our team produced 8.2 million parts for valued industrial partners, including Wooster Brush Company and Schaeffler Group. We responsibly recycled more than 23,000 pounds of electronic waste and diverted approximately 2.8 million pounds of unwanted goods from local landfills.
Through this work, materials were given new purpose, environmental impact was reduced, and opportunities for skill development and employment were strengthened. Each result reflects our continued commitment to sustainability, innovation, and community impact.
E-Commerce & Our Community
The E-Commerce program and our community of supporters at Goodwill Industries of Wayne and Holmes Counties continued to expand our impact. A total of 12,500 items found new homes through our online store, connecting unique goods with shoppers nationwide. More than 76,000 generous donors contributed items that help fund job training, employment services, and community programs.
Additionally, 4,000 training units were delivered to community members and staff to build skills and strengthen careers. These trainings included, but were not limited to, resume writing, workplace readiness, and professional skill development.
Despite this progress, the need for donations is urgent. Goodwill Industries of Wayne and Holmes Counties stores rely on a steady supply of gently used items to fund job training, employment services, and community programs. When donation levels drop, our ability to provide these life-changing opportunities is directly impacted. Your donations keep shelves stocked, programs running, and individuals moving toward independence.
As We look ahead to 2026
Message from Our CEO
"Every item donated to Goodwill is more than just an object, it’s an opportunity. It’s a chance for someone to learn a new skill, find a job, and build a brighter future. As we look ahead to 2025, we are reminded that our impact starts with you. Your generosity fills our stores, fuels our mission, and changes lives right here in our community. Thank you for being part of this journey with us." - Dawn Cazzolli
If you’ve ever considered donating, now is the time. That extra jacket in your closet, the kitchenware you no longer use, or the furniture taking up space in your home could be exactly what someone else needs and could help provide job training or employment for someone working toward a better future.
We need you. Your donations matter. Your generosity fuels our mission. Together, we can continue changing lives, one item, one opportunity, and one person at a time. Please consider donating today. Please be a part of our continued impact. Click the buttons below to learn more about our mission, how to donate, and where to find our stores. Together, we can make 2025 our most impactful year yet!