#GoodwillSWFL Press Releases

Goodwill Southwest Florida and Collier County Public Schools (CCPS) are partnering to create more opportunities for students to gain valuable workplace experience, build job skills, and prepare for future employment.

s families across Southwest Florida prepare for the upcoming school year, Goodwill Southwest Florida is helping make the process more affordable with its annual Back-to-School shopping event, set for July 17–19 at all area stores.

Goodwill Southwest Florida (Goodwill SWFL) has been recognized as a Unique Abilities Partner by the Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD).

While Florida continues to report declining unemployment claims for the third consecutive week, many individuals across Southwest Florida still face significant challenges in accessing and maintaining employment.

Goodwill Southwest Florida (Goodwill SWFL) proudly celebrates 60 years of service, marking six decades of empowering individuals and building stronger communities across Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Glades, and Hendry counties.

New Disability Navigation Office Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony set for June 30

Goodwill Southwest Florida (Goodwill SWFL) announced it has received a $10,000 grant from Bank of America to support its MicroEnterprise Institute, a program dedicated to helping individuals with limited means launch and grow their own businesses.

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc. (Goodwill SWFL) is pleased to announce it has been awarded a $7,500 grant from the Charlotte Community Foundation as part of its Spring 2026 Grant Cycle.

Goodwill Southwest Florida (Goodwill SWFL) is proud to announce it has received a $12,500 grant from the Fifth Third Foundation in support of its Southwest Florida MicroEnterprise Institute.

Communities across the U.S. and Canada will soon celebrate Goodwill Week, taking place this year from May 3 - 9, 2026.

Goodwill Southwest Florida will host the 15th Annual Rick Evanchyk Memorial Golf Classic on Thursday, May 14, 2026, with proceeds supporting local programs that empower individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment throughout Southwest...

Donating keeps reusable goods in circulation and fuels life changing employment services

Aspiring entrepreneurs thinking about starting a business, or who have launched but need some mentoring, are encouraged to apply for the Goodwill Southwest Florida MicroEnterprise Institute.

Pathways to Opportunity (PTO) is proud to host the second annual Strides for Inclusion 5K, an event dedicated to promoting accessibility, empowerment, and community inclusion for individuals with disabilities.

As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes the world of work, Goodwill is stepping forward with free digital skills training, including Google AI Specialization and AI Prompting certificate programs, to ensure that every job seeker has the opportunity...

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida (SWFL) has received a $20,000 investment from Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation to expand Digital Literacy Training offered through Goodwill's Community Resource Centers (CRCs).

Event celebrates 60 years of service and impact across Southwest Florida

Pathways to Opportunity (PTO) invites the community to swing into action at the Third Annual Fairways to Opportunity. This fundraiser is taking place Sunday, February 15, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida (Goodwill SWFL) and Easterseals Naples are proud to announce an exciting new collaboration to promote health, inclusion and community through adaptive sports.

With National Get Organized Month underway, Goodwill Southwest Florida (SWFL) is encouraging residents to clean out their closets with purpose.

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida (SWFL) is proud to announce a new $35,000 sponsorship from Aetna®, a CVS Health business. A portion of the sponsorship will support Goodwill's Greatest Needs Fund, which helps sustain vital community programs.

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida (SWFL) is proud to announce the award of a $132,500 grant to expand its Disability Navigation Program.

The glow of holiday lights returns to the heart of the River District as the 19th Annual Festival of Trees fills the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center with color, creativity, and community spirit.

This year marks the 17th anniversary of the Pendas Law Firm's annual Turkey Giveaway, a tradition that has delivered holiday meals to more than 250,000 Floridians since its inception.

Delivering Holiday Cheer to U.S. Service Members Away From Home

Help Bring Joy to Local Children in Need This Holiday Season!

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida is proud to announce its selection as a finalist in the 2025 ENPY Awards, presented by the Cape Coral Community Foundation.

AI is changing the workplace - are you ready? Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida (SWFL) is offering a powerful opportunity to get ahead: free certification in Google AI Essentials, available now at all seven of its Community Resource Centers.

Benefitting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

As the final school bells ring and summer begins, many families in our community breathe a collective sigh of relief. The car lines disappear, alarm clocks are silenced, and the pressures of school schedules momentarily fade.

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida (SWFL) hosted their annual Breakthrough Award ceremony at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center on Friday, May 30, 2025.