Working Capital Blog

Three Things I Realized When Dropping Off Donations at Goodwill

The other day, I FINALLY drove through the Goodwill Donation Center Drop-Off to unload a bunch of home goods and realized/learned a few things that will motivate me to clear my space and the new donation storage unit, AKA my car, more often.

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6 Easy Tips for a More Productive Summer

Productivity is critical to organizational success.  But it's hard to be productive if you're not rested, organized, and focused.  So, have fun in the sun and get the job done!

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3 Last-Minute Father’s Day Ideas: Ditch the Gifts! Give Dad Something Sustainable & Fun That He’ll Never Forget

This Father’s Day, show your dad and/or fatherly figure how much they mean to you. Here are three ways to say, “I Love You, Dad,” that’ll create lasting memories for years to come.

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How to Celebrate and Honor Juneteenth

Juneteenth (short for "June 19") marks the emancipation of African Americans who had been enslaved in the United States. On January 1, 1863, the Emancipation Proclamation was issued, announcing the end of slavery in the United States. However, it wasn't until June 19, 1865, that the news reached every enslaved American.

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Goodwill of Greater Washington Expands into Glass Recycling

On Wednesday, May 22nd, Goodwill of Greater Washington (GGW), a local nonprofit organization, held a ribbon cutting celebration for its new glass pulverizer. The new machine is projected to keep more than 500,000 pounds of glass out of local landfills each year. That recycled material can then be reused in construction, landscaping, or other projects

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How Goodwill Helps its Team Members RISE to their Fullest Potential!

Coaches work with our team members to help them cope with emotional and tangible barriers to happiness and professional or personal success.  Anyone who has struggled to maintain a proper work/life balance or wondered how they would pay the mortgage and buy a gas can attest that tangible challenges can often lead to emotional challenges. 

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