Goodwill’s Taste of Vintage Event Raised Over $140,000 to Support Mission

AKRON, Ohio — Nov. 12, 2024 — Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties, along with honorees, Corrine & Chuck Tennent, raised over $140,000 at its 18th Taste of Vintage gala fundraiser — a record-breaking achievement. All net proceeds support Goodwill’s mission to help individuals prepare for, find and retain employment in our community. The event held on …

October 2024 Fashion Almanac: Must-Haves

Hello! 🌞 Julie here! It’s that time of year again—fall fashion is upon us, and I couldn’t resist making a trip to the Goodwill Akron Retail Store on E Waterloo Avenue. With October in full swing, I wanted to put together my *Fashion Almanac*, a roundup of must-haves for the season. Whether you’re braving the crisp fall air or cozying …

Spooky Good Reasons to Join the Goodwill Akron Loyalty Club

Happy Spooky Season friends! October is my birthday month so that means alllll the birthday coupons and freebies. So I thought it was a good time to remind you about the Goodwill Akron loyalty club perks and why you should join! First off- for every $100 you spend (at any goodwill Akron location) you get a 35% off coupon that …

Spooky on a Budget: Unique Halloween Finds at Goodwill

Hello! 🌞 Julie here! It is officially October and the Fall season is in full-swing. This means, pumpkin-spice everything, orange and black decor galore, and leaves all over the place. My goal for you is to give thrifting a try this Autumn. There’s so much to explore in second-hand stores; you never know the gems you can come across! Not …

Transform a Thrifted Dress Into a Bubble Hem Dress

Bubble hem skirts & dresses were one of the hottest trends this summer. We will be bringing back this 80s and 2010s staple going into this fall. If you want to try this trend out while being sustainable and staying on budget, why not DIY it yourself. I was able to thrift a dress from the Streetsboro  location and with …

Goodwill Announces Taste of Vintage Event and Honorees: 18th Gala Fundraiser Set For Nov. 7

AKRON, Ohio — September 17, 2024 — Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties is pleased to announce the 18th Taste of Vintage gala fundraiser on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024. In addition, the event will honor Chuck & Corrine Tennent, for their commitment to Goodwill and the greater Akron community. “It is with great joy that we celebrate …