Goodwill Industries

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:non-profit_organization
gptkbp:advocacy Advocates for people with disabilities
Advocates for workforce development
gptkbp:affiliatedWith gptkb:Goodwill_Industries_International
gptkbp:annualEvent Job fairs
Goodwill_Industries_Week
gptkbp:collaborations Works with local businesses
Engages with government agencies
Partners with educational institutions
gptkbp:community_impact Supports local economies
Promotes environmental sustainability
Provides educational programs
gptkbp:employees over 100,000
gptkbp:founded 1902
gptkbp:founder gptkb:E._Thomas_Wright
gptkbp:funding Donations
Government grants
Sales from thrift stores
gptkbp:hasLocation over 3,300
gptkbp:headquarters gptkb:Rockville,_Maryland
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Goodwill Industries
gptkbp:impact Provides job training for over 300,000 people annually.
gptkbp:mission To enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals and families by helping people achieve independence and self-sufficiency.
gptkbp:operates Retail thrift stores
gptkbp:partnerships Various local and national organizations
gptkbp:reach Operates in 12 countries
gptkbp:recognizes Received numerous awards for community service
gptkbp:revenue $6 billion (2020)
gptkbp:services Job training
Community services
Employment placement
gptkbp:social_media_presence Active on Instagram
Active on Twitter
Active on Facebook
Active on LinkedIn
gptkbp:succeededBy Many individuals have found employment through programs.
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives Reduces landfill waste
Promotes recycling
Encourages donations of goods.
gptkbp:training Financial literacy training
Soft skills training
Job readiness training
gptkbp:typeOf Vocational rehabilitation
Social enterprise
Recycling and reuse
gptkbp:volunteer_opportunities Offers various volunteer programs
gptkbp:website www.goodwill.org