Brittany Hart joined Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana’s reentry program, New Beginnings, in 2022. She knew she’d be able to take advantage of the many tools and resources the reentry program offers to help those who have been impacted by the criminal justice system.
When enrolled in the program, participants can receive assistance in securing health care, reinstating drivers’ licenses, addressing legal challenges and more. Through barrier removal and wraparound support, they can also work toward transitioning from entry-level work at Goodwill to a skilled, in-demand career within their community.
Finding a Second Chance and a New Home with Goodwill New Beginnings
[fa icon="calendar'] Jun 18, 2025 3:00:00 PM / by Noelle Gray posted in Employment, New Beginnings, Mission Awareness
Reentering the Workforce After Incarceration
[fa icon="calendar'] May 13, 2025 3:00:00 PM / by Dalton Clouse posted in Goodwill Commercial Services, New Beginnings, Mission Coaches, Tremont
Goodwill Commercial Services Manufacturing Division employee, James Clements, had been impacted by the criminal justice system on and off throughout most of his life. A little over two years ago, however, after thirteen years of incarceration, James was first introduced to Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana. Goodwill leaders began visiting him and other incarcerated individuals to share an exciting work opportunity available to them after incarceration.
Goodwill's Legacy of Supporting Black Americans & Communities of Color
[fa icon="calendar'] Feb 1, 2025 10:00:00 AM / by Jenny Kakasuleff posted in Employment, The Excel Center, Education, New Beginnings, Criminal History, Mission Awareness, Black History Month
Each year in February, the United States celebrates and recognizes the achievements and contributions of African Americans throughout history, highlighting their cultural heritage, struggles, and triumphs against adversity, with the primary goal of educating people about the significant impact Black people have had on our country. This year, the theme for Black History Month is African Americans and Labor.
Embracing Second Chances Following Incarceration
[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 17, 2025 3:00:00 PM / by Noelle Gray posted in New Beginnings, mental health, Mission Awareness
Each year, International Mentoring Day is observed on January 17. This observance is an opportunity to recognize mentors and the impacts they’ve had on their mentees. For those who we employ, educate and serve at Goodwill, coaches often act as mentors, providing the essential guidance to employees, students and program participants who want to increase their independence and reach their full potential.
Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Life-Changing Impact
[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 15, 2025 11:46:00 AM / by Jenny Kakasuleff posted in Employment, Nurse-Family Partnership, TalentSource, The Excel Center, Education, Foundation, New Beginnings, Senior Community Service Employment Program, Goodwill Outlet, Retail, Mission Awareness, Strategic Plan
Last year was a big year for Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana as we educated, employed and served more individuals than ever before. Since launching our Strategic Plan three years ago, we’ve made significant progress on our objectives and goals, resulting in life-changing impact in our communities.
Goodwill Gives Back for the Holidays
[fa icon="calendar'] Dec 27, 2024 9:15:00 AM / by Jenny Kakasuleff posted in Nurse-Family Partnership, The Excel Center, Goodwill Commercial Services, New Beginnings, Goodwill Outlet, Retail, Mission Awareness, Mission Coaches, The Excel Center Meadows
The staff at Goodwill Commercial Services embraced sweater weather with Holiday Sweater Day.
Building Community Through Basketball
[fa icon="calendar'] Jul 30, 2024 3:00:00 PM / by Noelle Gray posted in Community Partners, New Beginnings, Mission Awareness
This July, Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana’s reentry program, Goodwill New Beginnings, held its sixth annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament. Every year, this highly anticipated event connects the community with Indiana law enforcement and the Indiana Department of Corrections through an afternoon of friendly competition, camaraderie and fun.
Finding Community Through Second Chances
[fa icon="calendar'] Jun 14, 2024 3:00:00 PM / by Noelle Gray posted in Community Partners, Employment, New Beginnings, Criminal History, Mission Awareness
For over 10 years, Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana’s New Beginnings program has helped those who have been previously incarcerated reenter their communities. The program is designed to offer Hoosiers the resources to address the barriers they encounter after being released from the criminal justice system.
Making the Most of a Second Chance
[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 30, 2024 3:15:57 PM / by Noelle Gray posted in Employment, New Beginnings, Mission Awareness
For over 10 years, Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana's New Beginnings program has helped previously incarcerated people reenter their communities successfully and positively impacted its participants' recidivism or the rate of returning to prison. Compared to Indiana’s recidivism rate of 34%, Goodwill New Beginnings participants maintain a recidivism rate under 10%.
Goodwill New Beginnings Celebrates Second Chance Month
[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 26, 2024 3:00:00 PM / by Noelle Gray posted in New Beginnings, Criminal History, Mission Awareness
Since 2017, Second Chance Month has been observed in the United States to highlight the importance of supporting previously incarcerated people as they work to reenter their communities.