Maria's Success Story

After spending her entire career at a respected textile manufacturer, Maria’s world was shattered when she was downsized. She stayed in bed all weekend, but by Monday she was in line at the Employment Security Commission, determined to find help. It was there she learned about Goodwill’s Career Connections, a program that helps people seek and secure employment. After six weeks, Maria found a new career and a fresh start as a manufacturing buyer at Alcan. “I just feel peace and gratitude for what Goodwill has helped me to achieve.”

COMPUTER RECYCLING

Did you know?

Electronic waste is the world's fastest growing waste problem.
Each year over 220 million tons of old computers make their way into US landfills.
250 million computers will become obsolete in the next 5 years.
Computers and related equipment can contain hazardous materials unwanted in our landfills.

It's about working together.

Goodwill and Dell have partnered to create RECONNECT, a comprehensive electronics recovery, reuse and environmentally responsible recycling opportunity for consumers.

In 2009, Goodwill's RECONNECT program received a Special Environmental Award from the Forsyth County Environmental Board for significantly reducing adverse environmental impacts (2.6 million pounds in 2008), providing a no-cost responsible way to recycle unwanted electronics and supporting job training and placement services in the community.

It's easy and it's free.

RECONNECT offers free drop-off recycling and reuse options. Simply bring in your donation to any participating Goodwill store or donation center.

Saving the environment.

We at Goodwill are committed to making sure that all computers and related electronics that have reached the end of their useful life are recycled in an environmentally friendly manner, thus preventing hazardous materials from reaching our landfills.

It's not just the environment that benefits.

Proceeds from the resale value of donations support Goodwill's mission to help people find jobs and become more self-sufficient.

It's a tax deduction.

All donations to Goodwill of items in good used condition or better are tax deductible.