Evansville Goodwill Industries, Inc. was established in 1935 in a factory in the heart of Evansville's downtown. There were only about 10 employees, including a plant manager, secretary, and plant workers! The idea was to provide jobs for people with disabilities by receiving and repairing goods for resale in the Goodwill Store. |
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Over the years, Goodwill has offered a variety of job training programs including car detailing, car repair, and food service. Each idea aimed at further increasing opportunities for people with disabilities. |
In 1972, Goodwill opened a branch office in Vincennes, IN, allowing Goodwill to provide services to a larger population. The stage was set for Goodwill's next move: into a new, 70,000 square-foot facility in 1984. |
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This building, at 500 S. Green River Rd., houses Goodwill's main offices, our flagship store, and a production area with space for processing and sorting donations. In addition, the Green River Rd. location serves as the distribution point for Goodwill's 14 retail stores and our on-line store at www.shopgoodwill.com. |
Evansville Goodwill Industries
has grown into a comprehensive rehabilitation facility, offering programs and services to individuals with
physical, mental and emotional disabilities, as well as veterans, those moving
from welfare into the workforce, and homeless families. Our service area covers 28 counties in Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky.