November 26, 2018
VINTAGE FALL FINDS WITH #OCGOODWILL
Holiday jingles are playing and Christmas lights are going up but, believe it or not, fall is still in full swing through the end of December! We have been inspired by the vintage craze this season. And let’s be honest, name a more iconic duo than #OCGoodwill and vintage fashion – you can’t! Check out...
November 14, 2018
#OCGOODWILL PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS FIND THEIR HAPPY PLACE IN ANAHEIM – AND IT’S NOT DISNEYLAND
Tropicana Inn & Suites and Camelot Inn & Suites in Anaheim were looking for committed and driven individuals to join their growing teams. It was then that the bustling hotels, located adjacent to Disneyland, turned to Goodwill of Orange County’s Community-Based Services and Supported Employment programs. OC Goodwill’s Community-Based Services program increases employment choices for...
October 26, 2018
EXPLORE SHOPGOODWILL.COM’S TREASURES TODAY – PART FOUR
shopgoodwill.com brings thousands of one-of-a-kind Goodwill donations from across the nation together into one incredible online treasure box. Have you taken your love for Goodwill shopping into cyber space? shopgoodwill.com is the first and largest e-commerce auction platform created and operated by a nonprofit, Goodwill of Orange County. More than 120 Goodwill organizations nationwide list...
October 18, 2018
UNIQUELY TAYLOR MADE: ALL THRIFTED FALL TABLESCAPE
This post is in partnership with Taylor Holleman of Uniquely Taylor Made. You all know I have a thing for old stuff. I have said it before, but I love making old look new and new look old. This all thrifted tablescape is a perfect combo of the two, using only items from my local...
October 12, 2018
TRICKS AND TREATS AT #OCGOODWILL
Halloween night is coming real soon In need of a mask or a new witch’s broom? Goodwill of Orange County has all you will need Be forewarned — your expectations we will exceed From steampunk to mystical, there is something for all So stop in before the 31st at nightfall! Check out the spooktacular costume inspirations...
October 3, 2018
FEELING EMPOWERED, DEVINA EXERCISES GREATER INDEPENDENCE
“When I am active, I notice a huge difference in overall activities, regular strengthening and improved balance,” says Devina Roblas, crediting Goodwill of Orange County’s Rogers A. Severson Fitness & Technology Center as the catalyst that allows her to stay fit. After experiencing a spinal cord injury that put her in a wheelchair, Devina could...
September 28, 2018
LEGGING SEASON WITH #OCGOODWILL
Fall is finally here which means legging season has officially begun! When styled the right way, the comfortable alternative to pants can make for the perfect casual outfit. Let Goodwill of Orange County help take your legging game to the next level this fall! Check out these legging must-haves we found at our Goodwill Store...
September 10, 2018
FIVE QUESTIONS WITH: #OCGOODWILL’S SENIOR DIRECTOR OF HUMAN SERVICES RICK ADAMS
Getting to know Goodwill of OC’s Senior Director of Human Services Rick Adams. Name: Richard Roy Adams Nickname: Rick (sometimes spelled Rikk) or Roy Title: Senior Director of Human Services Years working at Goodwill of OC: 21 What is your favorite part about working at Goodwill? Nearly every day I get to work in small yet diverse...
September 7, 2018
STANDING STRONG, BILL EXERCISES GREATER INDEPENDENCE
“It’s been a lot of hard work, but I am pretty independent now and the Goodwill Fitness & Technology Center has helped me tremendously,” says Bill Calliham reflecting on his past six years of membership. After being diagnosed with Guillan-Barré syndrome, the mobility of his arms and legs was greatly affected. Bill went from being...
September 4, 2018
GOODWILL OF ORANGE COUNTY NAMES NICOLE SUYDAM AS PRESIDENT AND CEO
Goodwill of Orange County announced today the appointment of Nicole Suydam as president and CEO of the social enterprise organization. Suydam, who served nearly a decade as Goodwill of Orange County’s vice president of Development, has more than 20 years of management and leadership experience working with local and national nonprofits dedicated to meeting human...