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Josh Finds Career Path Through Job Training

February 26, 2024

In his last year of school, Josh was ready to find a steady job again. “It was a goal of mine to find employment,” Josh continued. Pathways and his…

Chris’s Perseverance Helped Him Secure Employment

February 6, 2024

While at Zumbro Valley Health Center, Chris was referred to Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s (GESMN) Individualized Placement and Support (IPS)…

Lewie Set Himself Up for Success

January 29, 2024

Guided by the recommendation of his vocational rehabilitation counselor, Lewie joined Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota’s (GESMN) 7-week Retail Skills…

New Lakeville Goodwill Store Opens

January 19, 2024

On January 19, Goodwill opened its new Lakeville store at 11578 207th St. W., 55044. Goodwill has operated in Lakeville for over a decade. The new…

Emma Meets Her Career Goals

January 9, 2024

Emma got discouraged during her job search by rejections she encountered while applying to multiple jobs. After encouragement from her father and a…

Our 'MN Skills-Based Hiring Accelerator' helps employers rebuild their hiring process to attract and retain talent

January 8, 2024

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota's (GESMN) MN Skills-Based Hiring Accelerator, in partnership with Minneapolis Regional Chamber, St. Paul Area Chamber…

Got Gifts? Declutter and Donate to Goodwill!

December 26, 2023

After a holiday season of new gadgets and gifts you received, bring items you’ve outgrown or out used to your local Goodwill to make room for your…

Local companies honored at Power of Partnerships event

December 18, 2023

On December 5, 2023, Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN) was thrilled to welcome over 70 community partners to our St. Paul Campus for our Power…

Steve’s Work Ethic Leads to Stability and Career Success

December 11, 2023

“I didn’t know if I could go back to work,” said Steve, who has struggled with retaining employment due to a disability that makes concentration…

White Elephant Gift Hunting Ideas at Goodwill

December 6, 2023

If you're on the lookout for unique, budget-friendly gifts for a white elephant gift exchange that will leave your friends, family, or colleagues in…

Curtis Lands Job at State of Minnesota with Support from Disability Placement Services

December 1, 2023

“I never thought about how I was going to find a job with a disability before,” Curtis said. In 2013, Curtis had a brain tumor resection, which led to…

Black Friday Savings So Great They Do Good

November 20, 2023

Gear up for an extraordinary Black Friday shopping weekend , featuring an exclusive coupon for 50% off (one item up to a $50 value) on November 24 for…

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