Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana proudly presents its 2023 Educators of the Year!
Jennifer Wade

Recent Posts
Congratulations to Our 2023 Educators of the Year!
[fa icon="calendar'] Jun 2, 2023 2:30:00 PM / by Jennifer Wade posted in Employment, The Excel Center, Indianapolis Metropolitan High School, Education, Mission Awareness, Multi-gen impact, Goodwill Education
Every Day Is Earth Day at Goodwill
[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 22, 2023 9:00:00 AM / by Jennifer Wade posted in Employment, Education, Goodwill Donation, Retail, Mission Awareness, Earth Day, Sustainability
For many, Earth Day is an annual reminder to invest in our planet. April 22 serves as a call to action to reflect on how we individually and collectively impact our environment and to focus on actions we might take to help strengthen our local communities and global climate.
The Children’s Learning Center Names New Assistant Director
[fa icon="calendar'] Mar 7, 2023 9:00:00 AM / by Jennifer Wade posted in Education, Children's Learning Center
The Children’s Learning Center by Goodwill proudly announces April Mattingly as Assistant Director.
Celebrating Black History Month with Steven Hedrick, The Excel Center
[fa icon="calendar'] Feb 17, 2023 9:00:00 AM / by Jennifer Wade posted in The Excel Center, Education, Leadership Spotlight
“Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate and honor Black achievements. It means support of the advancement of the Black community,” said Steven Hedrick.
Celebrating Black History Month with Shonda Russell, The Excel Center
[fa icon="calendar'] Feb 7, 2023 4:00:00 PM / by Jennifer Wade posted in The Excel Center, Education
Shonda Russell, MPA has worked at Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana for nearly seven years. During her tenure, she has made contributions to both our mission and education divisions, including as an employment specialist at TalentSource and life coach at The Excel Center.
Celebrating Black History Month with Shannon Brown
[fa icon="calendar'] Feb 1, 2023 3:00:00 PM / by Jennifer Wade posted in Indianapolis Metropolitan High School, Education, Leadership Spotlight
February is Black History Month, and Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana is proud and excited to celebrate its Black and African American leaders, mission participants and students. Shannon E.G. Brown is a shining example of a strong, inspiring leader who joined Goodwill Education Initiatives nearly three years ago.
Opening “a million and one doors” with a High School Diploma
[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 6, 2023 8:45:00 AM / by Jennifer Wade posted in The Excel Center, Education, Mission Awareness, Goodwill Education, The Excel Center National Office
Byron Pillow Jr., 23, was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana. As a teenager who struggled with multiple learning disabilities, school wasn't a priority for Pillow, despite having support from his family.
Mother of 5 Graduates from The Excel Center
[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 3, 2023 9:30:00 AM / by Jennifer Wade posted in Employment, The Excel Center, Education, Mission Awareness, Goodwill Education, The Excel Center National Office
Born in Mexico, Imelda Lopez lived far away from her local high school, and due to transportation barriers, she never attended. She moved to the United States as a teenager, was married at the age of 16, had her first child at 17, and then four more after that. To help support her family, she always worked. She was employed at a factory for 10 years, but the work became too taxing as she grew older.
Turkey Giveaway on Indy’s East Side
[fa icon="calendar'] Dec 23, 2022 9:15:00 AM / by Jennifer Wade posted in Community Partners, Goodwill Commercial Services, Mission Awareness
Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana partnered with local organizations across Indianapolis to host two drive-thru turkey giveaway events on the near and far east side of the city this past November.
5 Reasons to Donate & Shop at Goodwill This Holiday Season
[fa icon="calendar'] Nov 23, 2022 9:00:00 AM / by Jennifer Wade posted in Education, Goodwill Donation, Retail, Mission Awareness
1. Find Unique Gifts