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To: SmoothSail who wrote (21056)	11/19/2013 2:49:28 PM
From: Jorj X Mckie	Respond to of 23934

I dunno, I always liked that Goodwill hired the unemployable. So their mission is to give people a second chance rather than give handouts. I like that they hire those who have recently been released from incarceration. The hardest part of rehabilitation is that nobody wants to hire an ex-con. And many ex-cons have no idea how to dress or act in ways that makes them candidates for employment. Goodwill helps them build their resumes and helps them learn how to get their next job. Our MissionGoodwill works to enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals and families by strengthening communities, eliminating barriers to opportunity, and helping people in need reach their full potential through learning and the power of work. Goodwill Industries International is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our VisionEvery person has the opportunity to achieve his/her fullest potential and participate in and contribute to all aspects of life. Our ValuesRespect We treat all people with dignity and respect. Stewardship We honor our heritage by being socially, financially and environmentally responsible. Ethics We strive to meet the highest ethical standards Learning We challenge each other to strive for excellence and to continually learn. Innovation We embrace continuous improvement, bold creativity and change. Our Results for 2012People served through employment and training programs: 6.7 millionMission services provided: 134 millionPeople who earned a job with Goodwill’s help : 216,000Estimated total earnings of people who earned a job with Goodwill’s help: $3.62 billionTotal revenue generated by Goodwill organizations: $4.89 billionTotal revenue spent directly on programs: 82 percentTotal number of donors (includes repeat donations): 83 millionTotal number of retail stores: Over 2,700 and an online auction site, www.shopgoodwill.comRevenue SourcesRetail sales: $3.53 billionIndustrial and service contract work: $636 millionGovernment grants: $87 millionCorporate and foundation grants: $22 millionIndividual gifts/Endowments/Fees for services: $39 millionGovernment support for mission services: $609 million

To: SmoothSail who wrote (21056)	11/19/2013 3:57:04 PM
From: Bob	1 Recommendation Recommended By Jorj X Mckie Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 23934

This is a great site to evaluate all charities: charitynavigator.org One of my favorite charities scores very well: charitynavigator.org