Author: Jesse Griffin

Before coming to Ohio, Tashanna Monette was homeless for almost 8 years. She lived in several shelters all across the United States and had jobs but could never find a good place to live. Tashanna, a participant in the Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley Work Experience Program (WEP), came to Ohio in 2017 hoping to find... Read more »

Angela Armstrong, 47 years of age and mother of four, struggled with addiction for close to 20 years. She lost her one and only daughter to an overdose. “One evening she went to a party and never came back.” Angela would use drugs just to numb the pain. “I would lay there after taking the... Read more »

Meet Britany Thomas   I was a single mom at the age of 20 with very little help, no money, no car, and no job. At the time, I was depressed and I had no idea how I would pay my bills or get to where I needed to go. After applying for cash assistance... Read more »

Join Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley on the Blue Carpet at the Mix 107.7 Time Warp Prom on April 27th. If you like the GESMV Facebook Page and post any pic of the 80’s you are eligible for a $50 Gift Card by April 20th Contest Rules: How to Enter: You must be 18 or older... Read more »

Are you looking for a fun way to spend time with friends? Consider our upcoming Goodwill Shopping Safari! It’s treasure-hunting, Goodwill style, and a great way to spend quality time with family and friends this fall. Scheduled for Saturday, April 20, the day begins at 9:00 and ends at 5:00 and includes hours of great... Read more »

Randall is from Germantown, Ohio but moved to Florida to be with his parents. While in Florida, he worked at the Publix and would help his parents out until he became addicted to drugs.   Randall lost his job, became homeless and then ended up in Jail for 90 days. He asked the judge to please... Read more »

Pete grew up in Oakwood, Ohio and went to Oakwood High School. After High School, Pete’s parents wanted him to have a job that would include being around people, and help him to become more independent. Pete has Down Syndrome and his mom, Chris, mentioned that she didn’t’ think finding a job for him would... Read more »

TIERED TABLE TOPS – Goodwill Style With fall in the air and the trees, bursting with color it is the perfect time to get married. Looking for that special DIY tabletop to enhance your wedding decor? This easy project is a great idea that can be adapted to fit your wedding’s style and colors. The... Read more »

          According to the Ohio Department of Mental Health, one out of five people in the United States has a mental illness. Mental illness does not discriminate – it strikes people of all ethnic groups, religions, and economic brackets. Likely you know someone who has been impacted by depression, anxiety or... Read more »

Who doesn’t love a great deal, layered with an extra discount? Check back each week on gesmv.org or in your store to see the Color Tag of the Week! The items with this color are 50% off! The color of the tag rotates every week and so does your chance to save. Find great Bargains... Read more »