GESMN’s disability services offer everyone a chance to reach career goals

September 10, 2025

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Nearly three-quarters, 73%, of the people Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN) serves,…

Learn how Jason built a new future with GESMN’s FATHER Project

September 9, 2025

Jason faced barriers to stability including homelessness, lack of transportation, unemployment, chemical dependency and criminal justice involvement.…

Finding Purpose After Setbacks: Glenn’s Reentry Journey

August 4, 2025

Like many people reentering the community after incarceration, Glenn faced challenges with employment, transportation and rebuilding his confidence.…

How GESMN’s Employment Services Helped Justin Build A Welding Career and Support His Family

July 7, 2025

Justin’s Vocational Rehabilitation Services counselor connected him with Jennifer, a career navigator, who introduced him to Goodwill-Easter Seals…

Work-Based Learning helped Will gain Confidence and Experience

June 23, 2025

Will gained hands-on experience in various roles at the Chanhassen Goodwill store, from stocking shelves to assisting customers. These tasks helped…

Bo found support as a single dad with FATHER Project

June 3, 2025

In 2020, Bo and his spouse moved to Rochester with the goal of starting a software development business. However, following their divorce in 2021,…

YouthBuild helped Michelle find a career path in engineering

May 16, 2025

Before joining Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota's (GESMN) YouthBuild program, Michelle worked a variety of customer service jobs. “I was working full…

Tatiana and Her Family Achieved Success Together with GESMN’s ‘FAST’ support

May 7, 2025

Tatiana knows firsthand how challenging it can be to navigate life while raising a family. But with determination, a clear vision for her future and…

Joshua changed his career with Financial Industry Training

April 21, 2025

Joshua's career in manufacturing was taking a toll on him physically. “I needed a change because I would come home to my kids and it would be…

GESMN Reentry Program helps Pedro secure a job and a fresh start

April 10, 2025

The Reentry Program at Goodwill-Easter Seals MN helped Pedro secure two jobs. April is ‘Second Chance Month’ to recognize challenges faced by…

GESMN’s individualized job support helps Tammy succeed

March 28, 2025

Since 2013, Tammy has worked with GESMN to develop job skills, build confidence and maintain employment. Last year, she started working at Kwik Trip…

Finding the right job gave Justice renewed self-confidence

March 21, 2025

Justice worked in several fields including manufacturing, warehouses and fast food, but none lined up with his skills and interests. To help Justice…