How A Revamped Wardrobe Can Support Your New Year’s Workout Goals By Felicia Czochanski As we head into the New Year, one of the most common resolutions is consistently to…
Wardrobe Refresh to Set You Up for On-Campus Success By Felicia Czochanski It’s that time of year again! The season of BBQs and fun in the sun is slowing down,…
Back to School Cool By Julia Marchand The return to the back-to-school season is upon us! As far as shopping for the necessary supplies and styles, it’s time to get…
Pillow Cover and Hand WarmersAs if you needed an excuse to go thrifting – we’ve got some fun DIY gift ideas that are easy peasy (easy enough for kids or…
How Will You Celebrate Halloween This Year? 2020 has been frightening enough and it’s not even Halloween yet! October 31 is fast approaching and people are wondering, “Should we go…
Halloween Treat Baskets We gave our friend @brideonabike a challenge to make a fun Halloween craft project from some simple items she found at Goodwill. Challenge accepted! And since she’s…
3D Framed Ghost SUPPLIES: Plastic doll (ideally with a head circumference of 16″) Frame – 11″ x 14″ Cheese cloth Acrylic Paint – if you want to add some spook…
Ghoul Portrait DIY SUPPLIES: Halloween-themed or a creepy cover book or comic Scrapbooking paper Frame with a matte Double-sided tape Scissors Step 1: Choose your favorite horror film book or…
Spell Book DIY SUPPLIES An old book with removable cover Skeleton Spider Acrylic Paint & foam brushes Metallic Sharpie Step 1: We LOVE old books because you can do so…
We all know back to school looks different this year. Most schools in the Puget Sound region will be offering remote learning , which creates an entirely new set of…
“You guys have opened the door to me and I want to see how far I can go.” Julie suffered a loss and took a step back to decide her…
“Goodwill’s culinary program taught me skills I use everyday. I still have a lot to learn, and that happens every day thanks to the good teachers here on the job.…
“Goodwill helped me climb out of desperation and into a new world. I want to help others along that same path and this is a perfect way for me to…
“I love my new job. I’m so thankful that Goodwill gave me the modern workforce makeover! For those who have been out of work for a long time, SCSEP is…
Princeton was first introduced to Goodwill’s Youth Build program by his sister. She heavily pushed him to enroll in the program so he could get his GED. Princeton was surprised…
Traditional schooling isn’t always the right option for students. This was true for Gunner Pemberton, who was referred to Goodwill® to obtain his GED. “I didn’t like school as a…
Jessica’s story is one of hope, determination and goodwill. Please watch this video to hear firsthand from Jessica:
Dominique had never been unemployed until last summer. For the past eight years, she has worked hard to provide for herself and her three young boys. The daughter of a…
Supplies: Thrifted cheese dome Thrifted wreath Winter characters or ornaments Cotton balls or spider web (left over from Halloween crafting:) ) Spray Paint Vintage cheese domes have made a comeback,…
We thrifted a set of 16 glass jars (3 oz each) at Goodwill for $5.99. Perfect for a gift exchange or if your gift giving list is quite long, these…
Two years ago, Deborah was homeless, battling drug addiction and had lost custody of her children to Child Protective Services. Then she found Goodwill’s Culinary Training program. With the determination…
Supplies: Tea Light Lanterns Mini Christmas Ornaments Legos Spray Paint Hot Glue Old Christmas Wreath Leftover Halloween Webbing Step 1: Carefully move the tabs up to remove the glass so…
Pass down a recipe with this repurposed vintage box. Supplies: Thrifted box – $5.99 at Goodwill Mod Podge Patterned paper First measure your box. (If your box is not a…
Turn a Vintage juicer into a unique jewelry holder! We found the juicer at Goodwill for $2.99, the paper was in a scrapbook set, also from Goodwill. We picked up…
Turn a vintage silver-plated tray into a versatile message board with a few easy steps! We found this tray for just $1.99 at Goodwill and the other elements at our…
This project is a great way to get the whole family involved! Kids will love transforming these puzzle pieces into one-of-a-kind snowflakes. You can make multiple crafts with these pieces,…
One-of-a-kind Stockings! Pick up a retro sweater from Goodwill and follow our easy-to-sew instructions for a unique stocking. Supplies: Thrifted Sweater – $6.99 at Goodwill Sewing Machine or Needle and…
Wrapping can be frustrating if you don’t have the right tools for the job. Keep all of your favorite wrapping paper in reach with this simple DIY Wrapping Paper Organizer.…
Sure ghosts are easy to make – trace your foot and turn it upside down (grade-school craft project.) But what about making a 3D version? One of our in-house DIYers…
July 4th is fun occasion to celebrate – in style! Who doesn’t love a red, white and blue combination? We searched Goodwills in Tacoma and Federal Way to find amazing…
“I’m so inspired that I want to inspire others, so they feel the excitement that Goodwill really does change lives.” For most of his career, Dale Garcia proudly worked in…
Step 1 – Find Your Pot We found this ceramic pot for $2.99 at our local Goodwill. Lucky for us, all green tags were 50% off and we got it…
Putting together an Easter basket can be a fun way to get creative and incorporate all of their favorite things! Goodwill is a great place to shop for toys, games,…
Jaci Sweet loved her job in the home health nursing field but was ultimately let go because the position demanded technical competencies that she did not possess. “I didn’t have…
Get your plants growing – inside! Pots can be expensive, but Goodwill has tons of unique containers that will help you bring greenery indoors. We shopped around at our 38th…
Guest Thrifter Shara Gordon @styledbyshara gives key tips to maximizing your wardrobe using thrifted pieces. This project was a collaboration with Jasmine Jackson @jay_upgrades.All photography was shot by Gerry Gordon…
Whether you’re treating yourself or someone you love – we have everything you need! We strolled through the aisles at our local Tacoma thrift stores and found these great items…
Every year you start fresh with big ideas to make changes in your life that will stick and we’re here to help! We’ve gathered the top 5 new year’s resolutions…
Most people start the year out with similar objectives – to eat better, exercise and get your life more organized. With more organization comes less stuff – and more donations…
We’ve compiled some amazing Goodwill finds to inspire your NYE party. Ring in 2019 with unique home décor and stunning clothes – that won’t break the bank! Each piece below…
Shopping can be hard, but we’re here to help! We made a trip to our local Goodwill and shopped through each isle to find fun and unique gifts for everyone…
Gift for good this year at Goodwill! We have created a Holiday Guide with you in mind. Our guide is full of great DIY gift ideas, home decor items and…
Pass down a recipe with this repurposed vintage box. Supplies: Thrifted box – $5.99 at Goodwill Mod Podge Patterned paper First measure your box. (If your box is not a…
Transform a cozy flannel into the perfect hand warmers or eye mask. Add a little peppermint oil inside for extra holiday cheer! Supplies: Thrifted Flannel Shirt – $7.99 at Goodwill…
This project is a great way to get the whole family involved! Kids will love transforming these puzzle pieces into one-of-a-kind snowflakes. You can make multiple crafts with these pieces,…
One-of-a-kind Stockings! Pick up a retro sweater from Goodwill and follow our easy-to-sew instructions for a unique stocking. Supplies: Thrifted Sweater – $6.99 at Goodwill Sewing Machine or Needle and…
Wrapping can be frustrating if you don’t have the right tools for the job. Keep all of your favorite wrapping paper in reach with this simple DIY Wrapping Paper Organizer.…
Find a colorful plaid flannel shirt and create a pillow slip cover! Supplies: Thrifted Flannel Shirt – $7.99 at Goodwill Pillow Form (or cover one of your old ones) Sewing…
Supplies: Two Frames, Same Size Fall Leaves _________________________________________________________ Step 1: Find a two frames that are the same size and large enough to hold a leaf or leaves. Step…
>> PUMPKIN BASKET << >> DOG TREAT BASKET<< Supplies: Goodwill purchases: Basket Orange Spray Paint Craft store purchases: Hot Glue Felt Orange Tissue Paper _________________________________________________________ Step 1: Find the perfect…
>> SPELL BOOK << >> GHOULISH PORTRAIT << Supplies: And old book with removable cover Skeleton Spider Acrylic Paint & foam brushes Metallic Sharpie ____________________________________________ Step 1: We LOVE old…
>> HANGING SKELETON << >> TRICK OR TREAT << >> CANDY CALL-OUT << >> SPIDER WEB << Supplies: Textured Frame Skeleton Black String String Lights (optional) Spray Paint (bought at…
THIS IS A SPONSORED POST WRITTEN IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GOODWILL OF THE OLYMPICS & RAINIER REGION My Goto Thrift Store is blue Boutique Hi everyone, my name is Bailey and…
Thrifting for the Vintage Enthusiasts THIS IS A SPONSORED POST WRITTEN IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GOODWILL OF THE OLYMPICS & RAINIER REGION Has anyone else ever had a relative drag them…
THIS IS A SPONSORED POST WRITTEN IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GOODWILL OF THE OLYMPICS & RAINIER REGION I frequent many of my local Goodwill stores on a weekly basis. I’ve even…
THIS IS A SPONSORED POST WRITTEN IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GOODWILL OF THE OLYMPICS & RAINIER REGION. The question I am asked most often when people come to my house is,…
As a young adult, Susanna Rink avoided thrift stores. But she took a chance on Goodwill, and now she can’t imagine doing anything else. Meet the manager of our South…
Growing up in a Navy household, Leo Gruba knew that someday he’d follow his father into the military. In his junior year of high school he did just that –…
“Yulie” (Ayulieth) Reyes has a passion to one day own her own traditional Mexican restaurant. After moving to America with her own family, Yulie’s dream led her to several jobs…
“If you gain anything, you will gain confidence. I always had a big outspoken voice, but I never shared it until I was here. I proved to myself I was…
Anita Davis is a single mother raising a grandson with special needs. Seven years ago her life turned upside down when she was diagnosed with a vocal disorder and could…
In early 2017 Cliff Ragadio retired after 20 years of Army service and faced a daunting decision – what’s next? At 39, Ragadio wanted to grow beyond the structured life…
Aileen was born, raised and married in the Philippines. When she was 24, her husband found a job in the United States, so they moved with their newborn baby. They…
When Monica moved to Washington to live with her uncle, she was without direction. She had not completed high school and was unsure about how to establish herself. Then she…
We welcome to our tutoring staff Moussa Diallo, who also tutors at Tacoma Community College and recently received the Outstanding Student Award at the Math Advising Resource Center at Tacoma Community…
Jose joined the U.S. Army as a reservist in 2001. “In the beginning, I was focused on the Army’s education benefits and scholarships,” he said, “but I soon transitioned to…
Kenyetta left home at age 17. She married young and operated two restaurants with her husband, but when her marriage ended she didn’t want to look back. “I didn’t ever…
At the age of 13, Chelsea was struck by a car and suffered a traumatic brain injury that left her with some psychological challenges and cognitive limitations, including working with…
At Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region, stewardship is one of our core values. We maximize the value of donated goods to generate the most funding for job training…
Dominique had never been unemployed until last summer. For the past eight years, she has worked hard to provide for herself and her three young boys. The daughter of a…
For more than 21 years, Jimmie served in the U.S. Army as a human resources specialist. As he contemplated his transition to civilian employment, he knew he wanted a career…
After losing her mother to cancer at the age of 7, Donna was left without a strong female role model in her life. Her father did his best to create…
