Supporter Spotlight: accenture

The mission of Goodwill of Greater Washington is to transform lives and communities through the power of education and employment. Its network of retail stores, donation centers, schools, and contract sites not only provides jobs to over 1,000 community members, many of whom have barriers to employment, but also serves to advance greener practices in the DC region. Goodwill’s sustainability initiatives bring purpose to the donated goods that cannot be sold in its retail stores, ensuring that these items do not end up in landfills.

Goodwill collects, processes, and recycles goods such as plastic film, glass, cardboard, computer electronics, and more. Through these sustainability efforts, Goodwill is on track to keep 45 million pounds of materials out of local landfills and waterways in 2024. This includes the collection of over 7 million plastic bags, which are turned into sustainable decking through a partnership with the company Trex, and the introduction of a glass pulverizer that will convert unsellable glass material into sand that can be used in construction projects.

Partnerships and support from organizations with shared goals are at the heart of this work. Goodwill is grateful to supporters like Accenture, who help advance the mission of sustainability, skill-building, and education.

Accenture’s commitment to embed sustainability into its work with clients across the globe contributes to Goodwill’s success, as the company shares in the belief that sustainable practices can be at the heart of its business and philanthropic decisions, and play a key role in uplifting communities. Beyond awarding grant support to Goodwill’s programs, Accenture provides critical leadership and volunteering hours to Goodwill of Greater Washington, including a board member, hosting clothing donation drives at their Metro DC offices, and supporting the Goodwill Excel Center’s students through mock interviews. Goodwill is grateful to Accenture for its belief in the mission to support people, the planet, and prosperity.

If your organization would like to get involved with our work, please contact Janece Kleban, Chief Community Impact & Sustainability Officer (janece.kleban@dcgoodwill.org).