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Meet Angelica
Angelica wants to run her own orthodontics office. Here is how GESMN is helping her get there.
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Dance Team Transforms Goodwill Finds into Princess Gowns
The Elk River Dance Team's upcycled dresses make their Princess Tea fundraiser a hit.
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Shopping Goodwill Is Shopping Green
Here are four green initiatives you advance when you support Goodwill. Happy Earth Month!
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5 Ways to Get a More Eco-Friendly Wardrobe
You can reduce fashion's carbon footprint without compromising your style.
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5 Ways to Live Green on a Budget
Eco-friendly living doesn't have to drain your wallet.
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4,445 Pounds of Winter Coats
Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota donates warm coats to people leaving adult detention centers in the Twin Cities.
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Gina + Will Wins Best Thrift Store
Minnesota Daily readers voted this Goodwill boutique to victory in 2017 and 2018.
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Goodwill's Lake Monster Living Room
Next time you're at the Lake Monster taproom in St. Paul, settle in to Goodwill's cozy sitting space.
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FATHER Project Receives 'Unsung Hero' Award
GESMN program was honored alongside participant Brantley Johnson at the Capitol during National Parent Recognition Month.
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2017 Annual Report
The GESMN annual report gives a snapshot of what we did last year and looks forward to goals for 2018 and beyond.
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9 Mistakes People Make When Decluttering
Decluttering helps you, and donating those items to Goodwill helps move 4 Minnesotans into the workplace every day.