Building Skills & Community with CTE
Editor’s note: This article was originally published at DavidJonesCreations.com. It is shared here with permission. By David Jones I recently had the opportunity to spend the day with adult CTE (Career Technical Education) students at Goodwill Silicon Valley, and it was an experience I will not soon forget. Before working with the students, I built […]
CEO Christopher Baker: Not All Donation Bins Are What They Seem
In a new San José Spotlight op-ed, Goodwill of Silicon Valley CEO Christopher Baker discusses the growing presence of deceptive donation bins throughout Santa Clara County and why transparency matters when residents choose where to donate. Donations made through trusted local nonprofits help fund workforce development programs that support veterans, justice-impacted individuals, people with disabilities, displaced workers, and others working toward economic independence.
Do You Know About Disability Pride Month?
Disability Pride Month is observed every July to celebrate people with disabilities while promoting awareness, acceptance, and inclusion in everyday life. The month commemorates the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a landmark civil rights legislation signed into law in July 1990 that prohibits discrimination of any kind against people with disabilities. This […]
World Refrigeration Day: Building California’s Clean Energy Workforce
A cold, refreshing glass of water after a workout. Leftover pizza for breakfast. A bedroom that’s just the right temperature for a good night’s sleep. These daily comforts are made possible by refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pumps. But even the most advanced systems depend on human expertise to install and maintain them. This concept […]
Every Day Is Earth Day: How Goodwill of Silicon Valley Lives Sustainability Year-Round
Every April, Earth Day brings people around the world together to raise awareness and take action for a healthier planet. As climate challenges grow and resources become more limited, the need for everyday sustainable choices has never been more urgent. At Goodwill of Silicon Valley, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Through reuse, recycling, and community-driven programs, we reduce waste while empowering individuals to thrive, […]
