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Goodwill Denver
Basic Information
Address: 6850 Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80221
Phone Number: 303-650-7700
Fax Number: 303-650-7749
Director: Tim Welker
Additional Information
Causes Served: Economic Self Sufficiency, Education, Job Training
Background Check: Yes
Population Served: Working Poor, People moving from Welfare to Work, Disabled Adults, At-Risk- Youth
Ages for Volunteer: 21-99
Hours of Service: Varies by Program (generally 8-4)
Minimum Hours Required: No Minimum
Days of Service: Varies by Program
Mission Statement:
Our job will be done when every person in the community has the opportunity to live to his or her full potential and to attain personal and economic self-sufficiency.
Program History:
1918-1929 - The Great European Immigration
Goodwill Industires of Denver was founded to fill the need of the WWI veterans and immigrant families moving west.
1930’s - The Great Depression
In 1931, Goodwill becomes a landmark for families with limited means.
1940’s - Wartime Workforce Shortage
World War II caused employment demand for people with disabilities.
1950’s - The Education Era
Goodwill was a pioneer in the development of programs that served youth with developmental disabilities.
1960’s - The Decade of Equality
The first women's auxiliary in Colorado was established, providing volunteers for Goodwill.
1970’s - A Nation of Inflation
Denver Goodwill pioneered the development of attended collection centers
1980’s - The Age of Personal Computing
Goodwill begins computer skills training for disabled and disadvantaged individuals.
1990’s - The Economic Boom
Goodwill expanded to serve youth at-risk of dropping out of school.
21st Century - The New Millennium
Goodwill becomes a major "pipeline" for filling future workforce needs of our community.
Events:
Goodwill's Annual Luncheon
Additional Information:
Retail Store Locations
http://www.goodwilldenver.org/index.php?s=33&cat=32
Donation Center Locations
http://www.goodwilldenver.org/index.php?s=35&cat=25
Car Donation call : (303)-480-3556