Invest in You: The Career Advantage of Personal and Professional Development By Kimberly B. Lewis When was the last time you invested in your own career – not because your employer required it, but because you decided you were worth the investment? In the nonprofit...

How to Create FAll Transition Outfits You’ll Love   Fall transition outfits are always challenging. We can usually count on wearing sundresses in July and sweaters in January, but these tricky in-between-season months, like September through November, can be tough!...

We the PeopleBy Kimberly B. Lewis During a recent visit to the Texas State Capitol by was struck by streams of people passing in the halls on their way seemingly to gain a brief visit with their to particular state representative. I assumed that most people were there...

TIPS FOR BUILDING A HALLOWEEN POTION STATIONI love this time of year! It’s so fun to create a haunting mood in my home with eerie décor, spooky tunes and so many candles. Goodwill® has the best stuff for decorating during this season because there’s so much variety...

Find Your Why: Mark Twain and the Journey to Purpose Kimberly B. Lewis   Mark Twain's poignant quote, "The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why," resonates deeply within the context of the nonprofit sector....

Good(will) Witches Thrift Their Halloween Costumes By Felicia Czochanski Bisaro   Are you a good witch or a bad witch? I know I’m a Goodwill® witch, every time. This Halloween comes just ahead of Wicked: For Good’s release, meaning all things Wicked-themed are going...

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Create a Striped Suit Welcome to our comprehensive guide on how to use a jacket and pair of pants to recreate the iconic “ghost with the most” look. Whether you're preparing for a costume party, trick-or-treating or simply want to channel...

Back to School Cool By Julia Marchand The return to the back-to-school season is upon us! As far as shopping for the necessary supplies and styles, it’s time to get serious! Don’t let yourself get dragged into stores with long lines and high prices. Come to Goodwill®...

Thrifted Finds to Make Your Dorm Room Feel Like Home By: Felicia Czochanski Bisaro Heading off to college is a major milestone. For those who have the opportunity to live on campus, the school year can mean leaving family and friends in your hometown and heading off...

Get Your Child Excited About Returning to the Classroom With this Back-to-School Confidence Boost By: Felicia Czochanski Bisaro Beach days quickly turn into back-to-school shopping as summer comes to a close and the new school year approaches. The anticipation of...