As the holiday season begins to sparkle across Silicon Valley, many of us are thinking about how to make our gifting more meaningful, more affordable, and more aligned with our values. At Goodwill of Silicon Valley, we believe the best gifts don’t just bring joy to the people who receive them – they also uplift...
The holidays remind us of what matters most: generosity, connection, and lifting one another up. Since 1928, Goodwill of Silicon Valley has carried that spirit forward, helping people build brighter futures through the power of work. This season, your donations can do something truly extraordinary: They can change someone’s life. Your Donations Make Transformation Possible Every item you give and every dollar you donate power programs that help people...
Although Coco Chanel once said, “before you leave the house, look in the mirror and take one thing off,” to make sure women were expressing themselves with a minimalist, elegant style — she definitely wasn’t keeping chilly winter weather wardrobes in mind. Long gone are the days of tank tops and strapless dresses — it’s...
Looking for a Thanksgiving craft that adults and kids can enjoy? Nothing says Thanksgiving like a table full of — Sharpies. No? Well, maybe I can convince you that it’s worth setting one out for each of your guests this year with the same care you give your grandmother’s finest silver. Thanksgiving Memories When I...
Times have seriously changed since your oldest relative’s first memorable Thanksgiving. Yet, all of the best things this holiday has to offer remain the same: family, food and gratefulness. Some holidays are exciting for each generation for different reasons. With Halloween, for example, kids love trick-or-treating, most teens and young adults love Halloween parties and...
Helping Others Grow: A New Mural Blossoms at Goodwill Almaden At our Goodwill of Silicon Valley Almaden thrift store, a brand-new mural now brightens the donation drive-through, serving as a vibrant reminder of what’s possible when our community comes together with generosity and purpose. Created in partnership with our friends at Local Color, the mural,...
At Goodwill of Silicon Valley, we’re always exploring new and innovative ways to advance our mission of empowering individuals to thrive in Silicon Valley through education, employment, and opportunity. This month marks an exciting milestone: our E-Commerce team officially launched Goodwill of Silicon Valley’s very first live shopping show on Whatnot! We’re proud to be only the second Goodwill in California, and one of...
