Give More, Waste Less: Shopping and Donating at Goodwill Makes the Holidays Brighter

As the holiday season approaches, many of us start planning gift lists, decorating our homes, and preparing for family gatherings. Amid all the hustle and bustle, it’s easy to forget that the holidays are really about community, kindness, and giving back.

When you shop or donate at Goodwill Industries of Wayne and Holmes Counties, you’re doing more than finding great deals, you’re helping local people build better lives. Every purchase and donation directly supports our mission to help individuals overcome barriers to employment and achieve independence through work.

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Shop Local. Save Big. Spread Joy.

Looking for holiday decorations, cozy sweaters, or thoughtful gifts that don’t break your budget? You’ll find all of that and more at your local Goodwill store.

Each of our five stores across Wayne and Holmes Counties is stocked with unique, affordable treasures that make holiday shopping fun and meaningful. From festive home décor to like-new toys and winter outerwear, shopping at Goodwill helps you stretch your holiday budget while keeping your money in the local community.

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Why Your Purchases Matter

When you buy from Goodwill, you’re helping fund local programs that make a difference for real people:

  • Youth mentoring and employment training for at-risk teens.

  • Job readiness programs that help individuals overcome barriers and find stable employment.

  • Community partnerships that connect people with resources, education, and purpose.

Every dollar you spend helps support these initiatives and every person helped is another reminder of how your choice to shop local creates lasting change.

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Donate and Make Room for What Matters

The holidays are also a perfect time to declutter and give back. As you prepare your home for the season, gather gently used clothing, shoes, books, toys, and household items to donate.

Your donations do more than clear space in your closet. They help create jobs, fund community programs, and reduce waste by keeping usable items out of landfills.

Donating is quick and easy at any of our five Goodwill store locations. Simply pull up to the donation door, where our friendly team will help unload your items and provide a donation receipt if needed for tax purposes.

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A Sustainable Way to Celebrate

Did you know that the average household produces 25% more waste during the holiday season than at any other time of year? Shopping secondhand and donating unwanted items is one of the easiest ways to make your holiday more sustainable.

Every item you purchase or donate at Goodwill gives something a second life and gives someone in our community a second chance.

Visit One of Our Stores

Stop by one of our five convenient locations in Wooster, Orrville, Millersburg, Loudonville, or Rittman to start your holiday shopping or drop off donations. You can also visit www.goodwillconnect.org to learn more about our mission, programs, and how your support makes a difference.

This holiday season, let’s celebrate what truly matters, community, compassion, and connection. Together, we can make the holidays brighter for everyone.

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