Goodwill Industries of Delaware and Delaware County was incorporated by Rev. J. H. Beauchamp at Asbury Methodist Church in 1921. Since then, they’ve helped countless people make their lives better, not with a “handout,” but with a “help up.” Instead of just giving people money and items, Goodwill Industries works with them to enable them to support themselves through job training and job placement programs.
What started with simple job training programs has developed into a complex system of training over the years that helps even more people become more successful. Their vocational programs are top notch and continually improved upon. Goodwill Industries is a leader when it comes to vocational training and employment education.
Like many other Goodwill Industries locations, Goodwill Industries of Delaware and Delaware County operates in three main ways – Goodwill Stores and Auctions, Goodwill Janitorial Services, and Goodwill Staffing Services. They employ people from all walks of life in each aspect of the business while helping them learn new skills.
The first one – Goodwill Stores and Auctions – is what the organization was founded on at the beginning of the 20th century. For this to continue to be a successful model, they need your donations more than ever. Whether it’s clothes, furniture, or even a vehicle, donating to Goodwill Industries is what allows them to help so many people.
This year, Goodwill Industries of Delaware and Delaware County will hold their 2009 Goodwill Annual Awards Luncheon at the Chase Center on the Riverfront on Friday, May 1, 2009 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Local leaders will be recognized for their contributions. The Luncheon Chair is Michael Berardi, President of Nason Construction. Mark Pryslak, Vice President of WSFS Bank, will act as co-chair. If you live in the area, stop by to show your support of all the great things Goodwill Industries does for the community.
