two goodwill drivers with a donation pick up truck
1960s: The first president of the womenâs auxiliary at St. Paul Goodwill Industries, Anne Ousdigian, helped increase awareness and donations through an annual fashion show. The fashion show became a popular affair, with admission and clothing donated by local business men. The shows popularity expanded into a âBonnets ân Bowsâ show to showcase hats and head accessories, as well as, a bridal show.
1961: Goodwill donation boxes in St. Paul area begin to be removed due to high cost of maintenance.
1963: Goodwill opens its first outlet store in Austin, MN.
1963: Goodwill opens itâs largest store to-date at Eighth and Robert Street in August.
1964: St. Paul Goodwill Industries has grown and serves a 30-county area.