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Message from President & CEOYour Money Goes Further at Goodwill - and Not Just Because of the Prices.

Brand NEW Items at Goodwill? Yes!Plus, a Sneak Peek at Halloween New Goods!

Editor: Robyn SteinmetzDesign and Editorial Staff: Crista Adamczyk, Allyson Rey

Good Skills is published triannually by Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc. If you know anyone who would like to receive this publication, call 1-800-942-3577 Ext.1032 or e-mail info@GoodwillGoodSkills.org.

www.GoodwillGoodSkills.org

Investing in the Next Generation WorkforceMeet Matt, and Learn How a Summer Job Can Change a Life.

Thank you!Financial Donors Listing

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Brand NEW Items at Goodwill? Yes!Plus, a Sneak Peek at Halloween New Goods!

Thank you.Goodwill thanks the following individuals who have contributed financially between January 1, 2016 and June 30, 2016. If your name is misspelled or has been omitted, please call us at 1-800-942-3577 Ext.1032 so we may correct our records. Remember, your donations to Goodwill are 100 percent tax deductible!Skil ls

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Ms. Rebecca AlbrightMr. & Mrs. Robert & Beverly AllertonMs. Brenda AndersonBCG & CompanyMr. Tim BeauchMr. & Mrs. William H. & Jeanne G. Belden Philanthropic FundBerengaria DevelopmentMr. Michael M. BishopMr. Scott BradyMr. Jack BrannenMr. Terrence BrennanMs. Jacqueline BrownCharles Farran FundMs. JoAnn ClarkMs. Shirley CurticeDay Ketterer, Ltd.Mr. & Mrs. Chris & Mary Ann Deibel Charitable FundMs. Gretchen DennisMs. Rosalinda DiegoMr. & Mrs. Michael & Joann EberhartMs. Martha EdwardsEpcon Lane Environmental Pest ControlMr. & Mrs. Richard and Jean EricksonMr. Gerald H. FarbmanMr. & Mrs. Thomas & Rose FerrellMs. Jean GilletMr. Jerry GillettMs. Janet GollaMr. Van GreenHall, Kistler & Company LLPMs. Linda HeidenMr. & Mrs. Mathew & Kimberly Hin- dereggerMrs. Leota HughesMr. Garnell JamisonMs. Chantal Lastarr JenkinsMr. & Mrs. Gary & Marjorie JentesMs. Emma JochumMs. Viva N. JohnsonMs. Minnie JonesMr. Hubert KickenM.R. Silver and M.F. KohnMs. Emily KrajewskiMr. & Mrs. Richard & Judy KurmanMs. Theresa LeistikoLeonard Insurance ServicesMr. Barry LevenMr. Jack LiberatorMr. Wayne Lippert

Mr. & Mrs. Gene & Sally LittleMs. Mary Beth LongMr. Melvin LoweMr. & Mrs. Edward A. & Catherine L. Lozick FoundationMr. & Mrs. Gregory & Janet LuntzMr. & Mrs. William & Sharon LuntzMr. & Mrs. Todd & Molly MacMathMr. & Mrs. Michael & Mary ManzellaMartin Industrial TrucksMr. Daniel MatthewsReverend James McKarnsMs. Jill C. McQueenMiller Philanthropic FundMs. Brenda K. MorrisMr. Paul PangraceMr. & Mrs. Patrick & Sharon PerottiMr. & Mrs. Gary & Carol PfauPNC BankMs. Kimberly F. RayRaymond & Elizabeth Rieley Arming- ton FundMr. & Mrs. Stephen & Carol RisalitiMr. John RizzoRJ Matthews CoMs. Heather A. SaboSamuel Fleming Charitable TrustSarah K. Young TrustMr. & Mrs. Kenneth & Sharon SiloacMs. Ann SilvermanSisters of Charity Foundation of CantonMs. Chelsea SmithMs. Melanie SnyderMr. James SnyderMr. & Mrs. Robert & Belinda St. LegerMr. & Mrs. Scott & Robyn SteinmetzMr. James StepanicThe Paul R. Arena Designated FundMs. Mimi ThomasTimken Company Charitable TrustUBS Financial Services, Inc. – Larry L. Smerglia, Senior V.P.Mr. Howie VactorMrs. Nancy M. VanceMr. Robert WardegaWhiteSpace CreativeMs. Gail WittmussMr. Bernard WoodsMr. & Mrs. Jason & Kathie Yurgel Thank you, employers!

Investing in the Next Generation Workforce: How the Program Works, County by County

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Cuyahoga & Lake: Goodwill’s Sum-mer Youth Work Experience (SYWE) Program is geared toward youth with disabilities. Participants have an Indi-vidualized Educational Program (IEP) with their school and were referred by Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities or the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Goodwill is fortunate enough to work with amazing community employers in this area, including Giant Eagle, Marc’s, Heinen’s, and the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. There, youth get job op-portunities that allow them experience what it takes to have and keep a job.

Stark: Goodwill’s Youth Summer Employment Program (YSEP) focuses on serving youth 16 - 24 years old, who have a minor in the home and are receiving TANF benefits. Goodwill is proud to offer this program for the fifth consecutive year and has placed 150 youth in summer jobs just this year. “One success that stands out to me was an individual who partici-pated in the program last year and has now come back again this sum-mer,” said Katie Gauze, Supervisor of Goodwill Mission Services. “At the beginning of his experience, he had significant attendance issues…this year, the young man is back in YSEP and was placed with a different em-ployer who is absolutely thrilled with his work ethic,” she said.

Tuscarawas: Eligibility require-ments here are similar to Stark County. “More than 50 youth were enrolled in the program and seven have been offered full or part-time employment once the program ends August 31,” said Devin Williams, Su-pervisor of Goodwill Mission Services.

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Investing in the Next Generation Workforce

Meet Matt.

When we talk about “The Goodwill Impact,” what do we mean? One example is our committment to help-ing young people learn the skills and habits neccessary to get - and keep - a good job.

This summer, in partnership with sev-eral agencies, your Goodwill was able to serve more than 285 young adults through three targeted, youth-focused summer employment programs. Each program is rooted in helping youth with disabilities or disadvantages overcome obstacles. For many, this program is the opportunity to earn a very first paycheck, too!

“So many of the individuals we see in these programs have never worked before. Some struggle with a disabil-ity and others just need a good role model with positive work experience,” said Ken Weber, Goodwill President and CEO.

Youth in the program receive class-room-style education on topics like appropriate work behaviors, how to interact with co-workers, financial literacy, resume writing, goal-setting and more; a Goodwill staff mem-ber then helps place the individual in a summer job with a community employer. Goodwill spends much of the summer following up with both the youth and the employer, providing necessary support and coaching along the way.

While each placement has varying levels of success, many of the youth who do succeed in the program are offered employment at the end of the summer. (See Matt’s story at left.)(Continued on page 7)

In Their Own Words...

What Local Employers Think of the Program

“The kids are a breath of fresh air and they lighten the mood in our

workplace. It’s nice to have younger help and we can learn from one

another from an inter-generational perspective.”

-Steve, Jackson Township Recycling

“It’s a good opportunity for the kids to learn job skills at a young age. It also

helps me out as an employer because I get good help at no cost. This allows me to use the money toward the business,

and small businesses like mine help build the community.”

-Mark, Two Fat Guys BBQ

“There are two youth in particular that have been tremendous workers.

These youth could pass for the permanent employees, you cannot tell

the difference. These two youth took initiative and got things done without being asked. They were also versatile

and could cover many permanent staffs’ positions. They have gone

above and beyond the whole summer and have come to work on time

every day. They will receive glowing recommendations from us when they

look to be employed in the future.” -Brian, Boys & Girls Club of Massillon

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Matt is an 18-year-old Stark County resident who participated in Good-will’s Youth Summer Employment Pro-gram. Thanks to some guidance from Goodwill and his desire to succeed, he’s been hired by Belden Village Mall. Congratulations, Matt!

Matt stands proudly in front of the mall; he takes the bus to and from work. “I didn’t know how to ride the bus,”

he said. “The first time I messed it up - but the second

time I got it.”

“I have no complaints,” Matt said, in response to the prospect of working while he completes

his senior year at McKinley High.

Matt reflects on his progress and future plans with Mariah Strong, Program Specialist at

Goodwill.

Do you own or manage a business? Are you

interested in becoming a worksite for those in Goodwill programs? If so, please contact

Adam Karam at (330) 454-9451 Ext. 1041.

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Board of DirectorsGregory Luntz, Chairperson (NAI Spring)

William Bryan, First Vice Chair (TimkenSteel Corporation)Kenneth Douglas, Second Vice Chair (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Timothy Beauch, Treasurer (Aultman Hospital)Larry Smerglia, Secretary (UBS Financial Services, Inc.)

Maureen Ater (GateHouse Ohio Media)John Brannen (Day Ketterer Ltd.)

Robert Cicek(Charles R. Jelm Charitable Foundation)

Michael Eberhart(Independent Consultant)

William A. Maddox (Maddox Consulting)Richard Martindale (Leonard Insurance Services)

Jill McQueen (Day Ketterer Ltd.)Robert Morlan (Retired)

Dennis Ritzel (DARONE Financial Services, Inc.)Mark D. Thurin (Thurin Furniture Repair)

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Dear Friends,With so many other stores out there, why choose Goodwill?

For some, shopping at Goodwill is a fun distraction – a treasure hunt. For others, it’s part of a larger money-saving mindset. Still others see it as a bulk buying opportunity; a place to get raw materials for crafting and upcycling.

Today, I would like to encourage you to think of Goodwill more often when choosing where to shop. Over the past six months, we have identified ways we can do better and implemented new initiatives like robust offerings of brand new items and “Beyond Great” customer service training for our employees. But these aren’t the only reasons I’m asking for your business. More so, it’s because Goodwill is one of the few places you can shop and create a true win-win situation – you get a great deal on something, and the dollars and cents you spend on that special item go to support job training, placement, and retention services right here in this community.

It’s true that other retailers are now offering dramatic discounts. But, no matter how great a deal you get, your money goes further at Goodwill - because the impact of it goes far beyond the cash register. That’s why it’s more important than ever to be conscious of the power of your purchases!

To find the Goodwill store nearest you, check the listing on the back of this newsletter, or visit www.GoodwillGoodSkills.org. Thank you!

Ken WeberPresident and CEO

Officers

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Thanks to the generosity of our do-nors, shopping at Goodwill is a brand new experience every time you visit! New and gently used merchandise is placed on our sales floors daily, and our shoppers enjoy searching through Goodwill clothing racks and house-wares shelves looking for the perfect find at an affordable price.

While donated merchandise may change on a daily basis, we pride our-selves on providing consistent, reliable and “Beyond Great” customer service to all our shoppers.

The “consistency” focus is what led Goodwill’s retail department to expand our selection of brand new items, because we know shoppers like the predictability associated with certain things.

So, we chose to stock brand new items that complement our donated goods, especially concentrating on items that typically do not get do-nated.

Now, Goodwill customers can expect

Brand New Items at Goodwill? Yes!

to consistently find the following new merchandise in all of our Goodwill stores:

• Men’s Athletic Socks

• Women’s Athletic Socks

• Women’s Dress Socks

• Pet Toys

• Batteries

• Sunglasses & Reading Glasses

• Belts

Additionally, Goodwill customers can anticipate new Halloween merchan-dise in September and October, and our retail department is currently researching new goods merchandise offerings for the holiday season.

Finally, did you know that we love to hear feedback from our shoppers? Our retail department is always look-ing for ideas and suggestions from our customers! If you’re a Goodwill shopper and have feedback for us, please send your suggestions to info@GoodwillGoodSkills.org.

Sneak Peek: Halloween

New Goods! Witches’

Hats! More styles

available!

Masks! More styles available!

Party supplies! More items available!

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Coming Soon: Halloween, YOUR Way!Would you be surprised to know that October is the busiest month for Goodwill Retail Stores? That’s because EVERYONE can find a Halloween costume at Goodwill!

When you shop at Goodwill, you have unlimited creative power over your costume. And, you can shop for the special “extras” that make a costume complete, like shoes and belts, too - all for much less than you’ll pay at temporary pop-up stores!

The best part of all is - and this is true all year round - your purchases at Goodwill support programs in the community that help people train for, find, and keep good jobs.

So this year, ditch the witch and visit a Goodwill Costume Creation Station for a truly one-of-a-kind look!

Costume Creation StationSuper Heroes Western Monster/Zombie Military/Police Sports Witch VampireAnimal

Super HeroesWesternMonster/ZombieMilitarySports

Decades Medical GhostsPiratesClownsCapes/GownsHistoricalWedding/Formal

Look for this sign, where you’ll find all the items to create the costumes below - and more!

Adults’creation categories:

Children’s creation categories:WitchVampireAnimalCharactersPrincess/Fairy

Prefer a grab-and-go costume? We have those too!

Happy Hal loween! -Goodwil l

What is ‘Round Up,’ Anyway?Has a Goodwill cashier ever asked you to “Round Up” your purchase while checking out? If you did Round Up, let us say “thank you” before going any further! If you didn’t, maybe it’s be-cause you’re not sure what Round Up is all about - here is some information about what your change can do!

What does it mean to Round Up?When you Round Up your purchase, you take it up to the next highest dollar amount, and the extra change is donated to Goodwill. For example, if your purchase is $20.77, you would Round Up to $21.00. The extra 33 cents is donated to Goodwill.

What does Goodwill do with Round Up money?Goodwill uses Round Up money, as well as the revenue generated from its stores, to support its mission. Spe-cifically, it is used to help fund local programs that enable people to train for, find, and keep good jobs. Other valuable life skills and support is built in to these programs, too. For vid-eos of real-life, local people who’ve been helped by Goodwill because of your purchases and Round Ups, visit www.GoodwillGoodSkills.org.

It’s just some change. Can it really make a difference?YES! As of June 30, 2016, $90,925 has been raised by people Rounding Up!

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CANTON2905 Whipple Ave. NW (Acme)&408 Ninth St. SW

LOUISVILLEC & B Body & Auto Service 1704 West Main St.

ALLIANCE12501 State St. NE330.821.4880

BROOK PARK14690 Snow Rd.216.862.2700

CANAL FULTON2254 Locust St.330.854.3453

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