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Goodwill Receives Appreciation Plaque from U.S. Census Bureau
Goodwill has received an appreciation plaque from the U.S. Dept. of Commerce Census Bureau for our support in helping them to achieve a complete and accurate census count for 2010. Goodwill provided classroom space for census procedures training, as well as census workers from individuals in our vocational services programs. For more information on the 2010 Census:
President and CEO Richard L. Coleman Announces Retirement
Richard L. Coleman, who has served as president and CEO of Goodwill Industries of Central Florida, Inc., for the past 19 years, has announced his retirement effective October 1.
Goodwill's Board of Directors said they plan to announce a new president and CEO by early September.
"Coleman's innovative leadership style and dedication to Goodwill's mission is exactly what was needed for this organization and the Central Florida community," said board member Tom Powell.
During Coleman's tenure, the number of people served by Goodwill each year has grown, from 295 in 1990 to more than 26,000 people in 2009. Goodwill Industries of Central Florida now is the 27th largest Goodwill in North America, and its operating budget has grown from $2 million to more than $25 million.
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You can now follow Goodwill Industries of Central Florida on FaceBook! If you already have a FaceBook account, just log in to facebook.com, and search for Goodwill Industries of Central Florida. If you don't have an account, setting one up is easy, just follow the instructions. Be sure to sign up as a fan so we can grow our viewer listings. This is one more way for Goodwill to help get our message out into the community, so be sure to pass our information to friends and family who might be interested in what Goodwill is doing for people in the Central Florida area.
Goodwill's Job Club Offers Hope to Job Seekers
Job Club - Is an intensive program that delivers comprehensive interview skills training, job seeking and resume writing assistance. Graduates receive a professional resume and vouchers for interview apparel from local Goodwill stores. For more information, please call your local Goodwill Self-Sufficiency Job Center: Orlando (407) 872-0770, Seminole (407) 936-0469, Osceola (407) 847-0696, Brevard (321) 953-8188, Volusia (386) 258-8585, Lake (352) 326-8919.
Networking Center - Will provide you with the latest job leads, and have photocopy and fax equipment available to help you with your search. We also provide a "Hello Line" that substitutes for a home phone number, so even if you have no home telephone you may receive calls from prospective employers.
Community Resources Library - Provides an abundance of information on community services and organizations that can help you resolve issues in your life. We have the resources to help, so call your local job center today!
Orange County (Orlando): Osceola County (Kissimmee): Seminole County (Sanford): Brevard County (Melbourne): Volusia County (Daytona Beach): Lake County (Leesburg):
2010 Goodwill Job Club Workshop Dates:
"I am so glad I attended the workshop . . . it made me feel better about myself and gave me the push I needed to go on."
August 30 - September 2
September 13 - 16
September 27 - 30
October 11 - 14
October 25 - 28
November 15 - 18
December 6 - 9
September 7 - 9
October 12 - 14
November 9 - 11
December 7 - 9
September 13 - 15
October 18 - 20
November 8 - 10
December 6 - 8
September 7 - 9
October 5 - 7
November 2 - 4
December 7 -9
September 15 - 17
October 13 - 15
November 3 - 5
December 1 - 3
September 14 - 16
October 12 - 14
November 9 - 11
December 7 - 9
"This workshop has set me on the path to overcome my fears to interact with people, and to be open to others. The instructor is a wonderful person and a great teacher . . ."
MONEY SMART SEMINARS
Join us for our dynamic and informative money management seminars. Various topics are discussed, and classes are offered at several of our Self Sufficiency Job Centers. Check the Self Sufficiency Job Center schedules below for times and locations.
Below is a summary of the subjects to be discussed:
August
Money Matters & Pay Yourself First: Valuable information on preparing and following a personal spending plan or budget. Learn why it's important to save money and get information about savings and investment options.
September
Keep It Safe & To Your Credit: As a banking customer, you have rights. Get the knowledge you need regarding describes predatory lending and other harmful practices, such as identity theft, and receive advice on how to financially prepare for emergencies. Building and maintaining a good credit history is crucial. Learn how to address credit deficiencies, and how to read a credit report.
October
Charge It Right, Loan to Own, & Consumer Fraud: Learn how to shop for and use a credit card responsibly. Describes the characteristics of consumer installment loans and how to determine which loans are best for their needs. Before you spend another dollar, arm yourself with knowledge. Quick tips for avoiding fraud will be presented. Ways to prevent online fraud.
November
Own Your Own Home: Describes the characteristics of consumer installment loans and how to determine which loans are best for their needs.
December
Start Your Own Business: Learn the steps you need to take to start your own business.
2010 Money Smart Schedules:
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