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Goodwill Industries of Kentucky is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Louisville since 1923. We serve 103 Kentucky counties and employ 1300 people. Our employees have placed thousands in jobs outside of Goodwill by developing relationships with hundreds of employers throughout the Commonwealth.
Goodwill Industries of Kentucky helps people with disabilities or other disadvantages achieve and maintain employment to gain a better quality of life. We give people a hand up — not a handout — so they can experience the dignity and independence that comes with earning a paycheck and achieving self-sufficiency.
Goodwill Industries of Kentucky is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Louisville since 1923. We serve 103 Kentucky counties and employ 1300 people. Our employees have placed thousands in jobs outside of Goodwill by developing relationships with hundreds of employers throughout the Commonwealth.
Goodwill Industries of Kentucky helps people with disabilities or other disadvantages achieve and maintain employment to gain a better quality of life. We give people a hand up — not a handout — so they can experience the dignity and independence that comes with earning a paycheck and achieving self-sufficiency.
Learn more about our strategic plan that guides the important work were doing for Kentuckians!
While Goodwill is best known for retail stores they only scratch the surface of our story. We accept and sell donated items for multiple reasons and with many benefits!
Our President amp; CEO is Amy Luttrell. She spent decades working for Goodwill organizations in Tennessee Pennsylvania and Ohio before moving to Louisville in 2014 to lead Goodwill Industries of Kentucky. The best part? Shes a native of the Commonwealth and so glad to be back home.
Is she making millions of dollars a year? Nope! But Amy is an experienced business leader and is fairly compensated for her role which requires her to oversee a $60 million annual budget and 1300 employees. Her compensation which totals less than 1 percent of the organizations budget is determined by our local board of directors with the assistance of an independent consulting firm to make sure its appropriate for the responsibilities she carries.
Our President amp; CEO is Amy Luttrell. She spent decades working for Goodwill organizations in Tennessee Pennsylvania and Ohio before moving to Louisville in 2014 to lead Goodwill Industries of Kentucky. The best part? Shes a native of the Commonwealth and so glad to be back home.
Is she making millions of dollars a year? Nope! But Amy is an experienced business leader and is fairly compensated for her role which requires her to oversee a $60 million annual budget and 1300 employees. Her compensation which totals less than 1 percent of the organizations budget is determined by our local board of directors with the assistance of an independent consulting firm to make sure its appropriate for the responsibilities she carries.
In 2019 we paid $10485232 in wages to individuals who have disabilities or other barriers including limited education background challenges or chronic unemployment. In addition to earning competitive wages Goodwill employees have access to many other benefits such as career coaches on-the-job training tuition reimbursement and scholarships — just to name a few!
Theres a common misconception that Goodwills purpose is to provide inexpensive items for low-income families. We love offering reasonable prices but we sell items in our stores to fund job preparation job placement and career services for Kentuckians who have disabilities or other barriers while entering the workforce. In 2019 we assisted 3496 job seekers with preparation services and awarded Work Ready Certificates to 3261 individuals through Goodwill Works. Individuals placed in full-time jobs earned an average of $11.70 per hour. When you shop or donate at Goodwill you are helping Kentuckians support themselves!
The amount of overhead or administration isnt the only way to judge a responsible nonprofit but it is important. And so is this: Goodwill Industries of Kentucky earned a Gold Seal on Guide Star and nationally Goodwill was ranked as high as 11th the list of the ’20 Most Inspiring Companies’ by Forbes magazine; in fact Goodwill was the ONLY nonprofit on the Forbes list from 2011 to 2014.
Annually we touch the lives of 20000-plus Kentuckians in 103 counties. From our career fairs and resume-writing to interviewing skills and expungement clinics Goodwill Industries of Kentucky helps your friends and neighbors get back to work.
Nancy was working with adults who have disabilities for eight years before the organization closed. In need of part-time employment to supplement her babysitting income Nancy prayed shed find a meaningful employment opportunity.
She was shopping at the Goodwill store in Columbia when the store manager mentioned a job opening. Nancy applied for the part-time position and joined the team in July 2016. In August 2017 Nancy was promoted to a full-time position and a few months later she was promoted to assistant manager! Nancy enjoys interacting with customers and working with her teammates.
’When I applied for the team lead position I couldnt believe they entrusted me with such an opportunity’ Nancy said. ’I was not feeling positive about myself but Goodwill gave me encouragement. I didnt think I could do it but I surprised myself.’
Regional Manager Joshua Jones added ’Nancy has gained self-confidence that will enhance her quality of life. She has now found a career – not just a job.’
Nancy was working with adults who have disabilities for eight years before the organization closed. In need of part-time employment to supplement her babysitting income Nancy prayed shed find a meaningful employment opportunity.
She was shopping at the Goodwill store in Columbia when the store manager mentioned a job opening. Nancy applied for the part-time position and joined the team in July 2016. In August 2017 Nancy was promoted to a full-time position and a few months later she was promoted to assistant manager! Nancy enjoys interacting with customers and working with her teammates.
’When I applied for the team lead position I couldnt believe they entrusted me with such an opportunity’ Nancy said. ’I was not feeling positive about myself but Goodwill gave me encouragement. I didnt think I could do it but I surprised myself.’
Regional Manager Joshua Jones added ’Nancy has gained self-confidence that will enhance her quality of life. She has now found a career – not just a job.’
In 2016 Stephanie left Haiti for the United States. Soon after she visited Goodwills program services office in Lexington for assistance in finding employment. In May 2017 she was hired as a full-time production clerk at the Meadowthorpe Goodwill store in Lexington. Despite having many challenges—such as limited English skills and lack of transportation—Stephanie maintains a positive attitude.
’Stephanie is a shining example of Goodwills mission’ said Victoria her Goodwill career coach. ’She faces so many obstacles but she appreciates the opportunity to work and does her job well.’
In 2016 Stephanie left Haiti for the United States. Soon after she visited Goodwills program services office in Lexington for assistance in finding employment. In May 2017 she was hired as a full-time production clerk at the Meadowthorpe Goodwill store in Lexington. Despite having many challenges—such as limited English skills and lack of transportation—Stephanie maintains a positive attitude.
’Stephanie is a shining example of Goodwills mission’ said Victoria her Goodwill career coach. ’She faces so many obstacles but she appreciates the opportunity to work and does her job well.’
When Jessica began working at the Middlesboro Goodwill store 15 years ago as a teenager she owned only one pair of shoes.
’My family didnt have a lot and I had a rough upbringing but we were happy. I rode my bicycle to Goodwill to apply for a job’ Jessica said. ’With my first paycheck I bought a pair of Saucony tennis shoes. It was the first name brand item I had ever owned.’
Jessica began her Goodwill career as a part-time production clerk and has worked her way up to assistant manager. In addition to holding down a job for nearly half her life Jessica is the first person in her family to graduate from high school.
’Most of my family members abuse drugs’ Jessica explained. ’If it wasnt for Goodwill I dont know where I would be – probably on the streets. Goodwill treats employees like no other company does’ Jessica said. ’I love my job and I love the customers. I am so proud to work here.’
When Jessica began working at the Middlesboro Goodwill store 15 years ago as a teenager she owned only one pair of shoes.
’My family didnt have a lot and I had a rough upbringing but we were happy. I rode my bicycle to Goodwill to apply for a job’ Jessica said. ’With my first paycheck I bought a pair of Saucony tennis shoes. It was the first name brand item I had ever owned.’
Jessica began her Goodwill career as a part-time production clerk and has worked her way up to assistant manager. In addition to holding down a job for nearly half her life Jessica is the first person in her family to graduate from high school.
’Most of my family members abuse drugs’ Jessica explained. ’If it wasnt for Goodwill I dont know where I would be – probably on the streets. Goodwill treats employees like no other company does’ Jessica said. ’I love my job and I love the customers. I am so proud to work here.’
After leaving the military in 1991 Henry obtained a nursing license and worked at Western State Hospital for three years. He left his job to move to Bowling Green to reconcile with his ex-wife and secured a job at the Corvette Assembly Plant. He retired in 2012.
’I felt uncomfortable sitting around the house’ Henry said. ’I was lethargic and it wasnt healthy so I began searching for a part-time job.’
In May 2015 Experience Works a program that places people 55 and older into employment and pays their wages during a training period referred Henry to work at Goodwill.
’It was an ideal situation because the job keeps me busy and gives me some additional income’ Henry said. ’My job gives me a chance to meet people and stay physically active. I feel a sense of pride in helping people; it keeps my conversational skills sharp. I feel grateful to work at Goodwill.’
After leaving the military in 1991 Henry obtained a nursing license and worked at Western State Hospital for three years. He left his job to move to Bowling Green to reconcile with his ex-wife and secured a job at the Corvette Assembly Plant. He retired in 2012.
’I felt uncomfortable sitting around the house’ Henry said. ’I was lethargic and it wasnt healthy so I began searching for a part-time job.’
In May 2015 Experience Works a program that places people 55 and older into employment and pays their wages during a training period referred Henry to work at Goodwill.
’It was an ideal situation because the job keeps me busy and gives me some additional income’ Henry said. ’My job gives me a chance to meet people and stay physically active. I feel a sense of pride in helping people; it keeps my conversational skills sharp. I feel grateful to work at Goodwill.’
Members:
Our stores serve a dual purpose:
First they are employment and training sites for people with disabilities or other challenges. For many of our employees Goodwill is a stepping stone; its a chance for them to get some work experience build their skills and then move on to an even better opportunity. Some of them stay with us for a long time and thats great too! In 2019 Goodwill paid more than $10 million in wages to people with disabilities or other challenges — a feat made possible by your generous donations and patronage.
Second our stores generate revenue that pays for employment and career-path services for job seekers across Kentucky who face barriers in finding and keeping a job. In 2019 we assisted more than 3400 individuals with job-readiness training.
Goodwills founder Reverend Edgar J. Helms discovered that giving people a hand up — not a handout — resulted in a person feeling more dignity and self-worth. Goodwills purpose is to help individuals with disabilities or other challenges improve their lives by earning a paycheck and finding a path out of poverty. We do this by employing people in our stores and by helping people find career paths with other community employers. Revenue from the sale of donated items supports this mission.
While Goodwill is not a disaster relief agency we recognize there are occasional instances when we can be helpful to individuals or families in emergency situations. We proudly partner with Community Action Kentucky (CAK) an agency with offices in every Kentucky county. CAK administers our voucher program so we can provide free resources for Kentuckians who need appropriate interview or work attire or who have experienced some other type of emergency in their lives and have immediate needs. For more information about this program contact your local Community Action Agency.
Goodwill does not have a pick-up service but we offer convenient drive-thru donation centers at 66 locations across Kentucky. Without the significant expense of a pick-up service Goodwill is able to fund more career-path programming for people with disabilities or other challenges.
In 2019 Goodwill assisted 3400 Kentuckians with job-preparation services. Most of this was made possible from revenue generated from your donations and our commitment to keeping expenses low. About 85 cents of every dollar we receive is routed into programs or facilities to help people with disabilities or other challenges achieve and maintain employment to gain a better quality of life.
Goodwill accepts new or gently-used clothing household items decor jewelry accessories books movies music furniture dishes cookware toys and much more.
You are responsible for determining the fair market value of your donations to report on your taxes. The IRS provides guidelines for estimating your donations value.
Our stores have a Color of the Week sale. Each week clothing items tagged with the designated color are 50 percent off Monday through Saturday and 99 cents on Sunday. Follow us on Facebook Twitter or Instagram for weekly updates.
Most items are priced in a standard way. However items such as decor furniture and housewares vary so much in type quality and size that it is difficult to set standard prices. Local store management are permitted to use their discretion in pricing non-standard items. Goodwill is committed to reasonable pricing based on consumer trends.
While most of our customers love their Goodwill finds — and some even donate them back to us! — we understand that sometimes things just dont work out.
Yes! We greatly appreciate your donation of time! Learn more about our professional volunteer program. If you need to complete mandated community service hours please contact your local store directly.
