If you lack the necessary skills, it can be quite daunting to even come across job opportunities, let alone land one. Instead of flailing around by yourself looking for a job, have you ever thought about visiting a Goodwill Career Center? Or, if you don’t have a high school diploma, have you ever considered achieving…
Read MoreBefore you toss those old jeans, think about the impact of your decision. Every year, Americans throw away over 15 million tons of unwanted clothing and other textiles. Maybe those old jeans deserve a better fate than winding up in an ugly landfill. Do you know where to donate clothing? You remember the big green…
Read MoreYou’ve Probably Never Heard of the Excel Center, Career Centers, and So Many Other Services That Goodwill Offers In 1863, the Civil War was destroying lives and homes, as a nation reft by anger and hatred, fought to survive. In this uncertain time, a child was born in New York. After the war, his parents…
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Why Fall is the Best Time to Donate to Goodwill There are many great times and reasons to make furniture or clothing donations to MERS Goodwill. You may be asking yourself, “why donate now instead of later?” or “why donate at one time of year instead of another?”. While any time of year is a…
Read MoreThe Goodwill Excel Center changes lives, one student at a time. Getting a high school diploma can be the best thing you will do. It will also be one of the greatest challenges. Finishing high school means taking charge of your life and your future. There are many ways you can get your high school…
Read MoreSearching for new furniture You deserve to have a home that makes you feel comfortable and relaxed at the end of each day. That’s because you work hard to provide for yourself, your family, and your home. There’s nothing worse than coming home to a place that doesn’t make you excited to be there. That’s…
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Introducing Hometown Hero, Pat Schutzenhofer Patricia Schutzenhofer’s dedication to helping others realize their potential is something to be admired. Pat is a Supervisor of Talent Acquisition at Schnucks Market, Inc. at the Lackland Road location and has been working with MERS Goodwill’s Summer Work Experience Program (SWEP) since 2008. SWEP is a pre-employment program developed…
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As the days get shorter and the weather begins to cool down, it’s natural to want to fill your home with the cozy colors of fall. Rich, subdued shades mixed with touches of green and neutral browns create a comfortable indoor atmosphere. Whether you want to adorn your living room with a leaf motif or…
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Shopping for second-hand furniture is amazing: You can find nearly one-of-a-kind pieces from furniture donations that are quality made, economical and that add an eclectic feel and look to your home. However, there are some things you should know about shopping for used furniture at Goodwill and other thrift stores before you head out. Once…
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We’ve all heard the terms, reduce, reuse, recycle… But how can we consistently put those terms into action in our daily lives? Every year, Earth Day gives us the inspiration to start fresh with a new sustainable practice. Use these green tips to show your appreciation for the planet that gives us life every day.…
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