Goodwill Industries of Michiana

History

Goodwill Industries of Michiana, Inc., has been a part of the South Bend community since 1936, based on the original Goodwill founded in 1902 by Rev. Edgar J. Helms.

Today Goodwill Industries of Michiana serves nearly 3000 individuals and employs over 700 individuals through Northern Indiana, Southwest Michigan, and Southeast Chicagoland, empowering people and strengthening communities through the power of work.

Mission

The mission of Goodwill Industries of Michiana is to strengthen communities by empowering individuals and families through education, training, and job placement.

To learn how Goodwill goes about accomplishing this mission, be sure to sign up for our monthly newsletter, Vision.

Vision

To be the leading provider of workforce development services in the communities we serve.

Impacting the community means providing a top-level workforce to local businesses as well.

Values

Work – We believe in the power of work

Ethics – We always act with integrity

Respect – We treat people with value and dignity

Development – We foster a culture of life-long learning

Leadership

Goodwill is a nonprofit organization headed by a Board of community leaders and run by a seasoned Senior Staff. We are open to new opportunities and welcome your feedback and suggestions. Use our Contact Us page to tell us what we’re doing right or what we can improve on.

The Larry Neff Center for Career Connections – Gary July Events 2021

By: Goodwill Industries of Michiana Last Updated: July 1, 2021

In honor of Larry Neff, Goodwill’s former President and CEO, we have renamed our Career Center to: The Larry Neff Center for Career Connections. Mr. Neff’s diligence and careful management brought growth to Goodwill Industries of Michiana, and...

By: Kayla Hofferth Last Updated: April 27, 2021

This weekend, learn more about Arbor Day, attend a fashion show, and more. Make sure to wear your mask and social distance at any in-person events! Dive into “Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents” with the Legacy Foundation Pulitzer...

The Larry Neff Center for Career Connections – Gary July Events 2021

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