Transforming lives through the power of education and work.
Our Vision
Goodwill’s vision extends far beyond our retail stores and your generous donations: We envision a Central Texas where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Our Core Values
Our dedication to these values is what sets Goodwill Central Texas apart, as we continue weaving a brighter future for all, thread by thread.
Be Caring
We care about our team, those we serve, and our community.
- We believe our most valuable resource is our team.
- We create an inclusive culture where all people have a voice.
- We act with kindness, empathy, and integrity.
- We are dedicated to guiding others to success.
Be Innovative
To advance our mission and protect our environment.
- We embrace challenges and take calculated risks.
- We see missteps as opportunities for continuous improvement.
- We invest in people to cultivate learning and growth.
- We are mindful stewards and guardians of our environment.
Be Accountable
We deliver on our promises.
- We all contribute to our mission.
- We take ownership of our actions and outcomes.
- We recognize we are stronger when we collaborate.
- We commit to the highest standards.
Community Impact
We’re committed to improving the lives of Central Texans, one career at a time. Together, we’re rewriting the narrative of what’s possible—and it all starts with you. Here’s a snapshot of our community impact in 2022:
10,184
people served in the Central Texas community.
2,194
people placed in 2,640 jobs with an average wage of $20.28 per hour.
235
professional certifications earned by adult learners at the GCTA.
93 million pounds
of goods donations diverted from local landfills.
Hall of Honor
Every year, we gather to celebrate the success of those we serve. These stories of empowerment and transformation inspire all of us and give us hope for the future – for every individual in Central Texas to have a path to success!
Lee Cooke and Les Gage
Henna Award for Good
Watch their story >
Marcia Brown
Student of the Year
Watch Marcia’s story >
Crystal McCray-Beasley
Team Member of the Year
Watch Crystal’s story >
Cristobal Yanez
Achiever of the Year
Watch Cristobal’s story >
More Than A Store
At Goodwill Central Texas, we stand out from others in the industry for several reasons. With more than 60 years of experience, we offer a comprehensive range of free educational and support programs, catering to individuals of all ages and educational backgrounds.
We are committed to transforming lives through education and career training. When you choose Goodwill, you support a social enterprise model where 89 cents of every dollar goes directly to funding our community programs.
Success Stories
We believe in the boundless potential of every individual. Through our transformative programs and unwavering support, lives are forever changed. Don’t take our word for it, check out the inspirational stories of those we serve.
Tamika
Excel Center Graduate“For anyone wanting to finish their high school education, the Excel Center is an excellent choice. You have to take that first step.”
Octavia
Excel Center Graduate“Goodwill helped me stay on course to achieving my goals, and showed me that I can still accomplish more.”
Manzi
Excel Center Graduate“I knew that this was the first step to achieving my dream career.”
Frank
Goodwill Program Participant“Today when I come home from work, I have a lot of things to be thankful for.”
Steve Holcomb
GCTA GraduateIt’s a joy to work with people,” he said. “And I didn’t know that. I enjoy helping people. And every day it’s very rewarding.
Bryce
Goodwill Program Participant“I will not let my disability stop me. Goodwill doesn’t look at our disability. Goodwill looks at us.”
Our Community Partnerships
We are proud to stand alongside our esteemed community partners, forging strong alliances to build a brighter future for Central Texans. Through these powerful partnerships, we expand our reach, multiply our efforts, and open new doors of opportunity. Together, we tackle challenges, uplift lives, and transform communities.
Contact Us
We are always available to answer questions about our organization. Get in touch with our team to answer questions, explore partnerships, or fund our work.