For more than six decades, Goodwill Central Texas has been relentlessly focused on empowering thousands of people to work. We transform revenue from over 35 retail locations into a combination of education, career training, job placement, career coaching and support, and more. Every time you shop or support Goodwill, you are helping fund our greater mission to serve our community.
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 dedication to these values is what sets Goodwill Central Texas apart, as we continue weaving a brighter future for all, thread by thread.
We care about our team, those we serve, and our community.
To advance our mission and protect our environment.
We deliver on our promises.
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:
People served in the Central Texas community.
People placed in 2,616 jobs with an average wage of $18.91.
Professional certifications earned by adult learners at the GCTA.
Pounds of goods donations diverted from local landfills.
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!
Achiever of the Year
Watch Monay’s story >
Team Member of the Year
Watch David’s story >
Student of the Year
Watch Alyssa’s story >
Henna Award for Good
Watch Ellen’s Story >
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.
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.
“For anyone wanting to finish their high school education, the Excel Center is an excellent choice. You have to take that first step.”
“Goodwill helped me stay on course to achieving my goals, and showed me that I can still accomplish more.”
“I knew that this was the first step to achieving my dream career.”
“Today when I come home from work, I have a lot of things to be thankful for.”
It’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.
“I will not let my disability stop me. Goodwill doesn’t look at our disability. Goodwill looks at us.”
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.
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.