Our stores and donation centers are open, and we're here for you! Thank you for your support!
Goodwill of the Finger Lakes
24 August at 17:40 ·
We know times are uncertain, and that safety is of the upmost importance. We value the health and safety of all of our customers, whether shopping or donating, and our team members.
Our stores and donation centers are open and we're taking all proper precautions to ensure our locations are regularly cleansed by PPE standards, everyone is wearing a mask as required by NYS law - both team members and shoppers - and that your safety is valued at all times. Our donation process remains contact-less and our team members will process your donations without you ever needing to leave your vehicle. We also are storing all donations for a quarantine process prior to them arriving on our shelves. Recently, we reopened our dressing rooms to give our customers ease of access in purchasing - all while maintaining social distancing.
We are all in this together, and Goodwill is here for you. For a full list of our shopping and donating hours and locations visit www.goodwillfingerlakes.org/stores, and you can also find our donation procedures here: https://www.goodwillfingerlakes.org/stores/donate-goods/covid19
Join us for an evening of Summoning the Spirit of Goodwill! Event includes a tarot reading, live auction, and more. This is a complimentary event.
THU, 15 OCT AT 19:00 EDT
Summon the Spirits of Goodwill!
THU, 15 OCT AT 19:00 EDT
Summon the Spirits of Goodwill!
Thank you to the Rochester Beacon for highlighting our mission program, 2-1-1/ LIFE LINE (211 Finger Lakes Region). 211 is a crisis intervention service available 24/7, complimentary, by dialing 211. It is available for everyone - and made possible by shopping and donating at our stores.
ROCHESTERBEACON.COM
In the shadows
2-1-1/ LIFE LINE (211 Finger Lakes Region)
Yesterday at 13:56 ·
Thank you to the Rochester Beacon for including 211/LIFE LINE in this article.
From March to August last year, our program has received 18,260 calls, 187 of which involved domestic violence.
211 is a 24/7 complimentary service to anyone in need or crisis.
Our program is made possible by shopping and donating at Goodwill of the Finger Lakes.
https://rochesterbeacon.com/2020/09/24/in-the-shadows/
2-1-1/ LIFE LINE (211 Finger Lakes Region)
Yesterday at 13:56 ·
Thank you to the Rochester Beacon for including 211/LIFE LINE in this article.
From March to August last year, our program has received 18,260 calls, 187 of which involved domestic violence.
211 is a 24/7 complimentary service to anyone in need or crisis.
Our program is made possible by shopping and donating at Goodwill of the Finger Lakes.
https://rochesterbeacon.com/2020/09/24/in-the-shadows/
$1 Sunday, today!
Shop with us today at any of our retail locations in Rochester AND Syracuse - any item with the GREEN colored tag will only be $1! (excludes furniture, New Goods, jewelry).
This is a great time to start building your DIY Halloween Costume or bundle up in those fall warm layers! Need a winter jacket or boots? Get a jump start now - for only $1, your shopping does so much GOOD in the community!
https://www.goodwillfingerlakes.org/about-us/news/goodwill-announces-1-sunday-promotion
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Goodwill Announces $1 Sunday Promotion
Join us as we Summon the Spirits at our Virtual Gala on October 15, 2020. There is no cost to attend this event but we promise an evening of fun in support of our not-for-profit organization and our mission programs, ABVI (The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired) and 2-1-1/ LIFE LINE (211 Finger Lakes Region).
https://seegreatthings.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/SummontheSpiritsofGoodwillandABVI/tabid/1098816/Default.aspx
Amazing event tonight, our first-ever Virtual fundraising gala! We raised over $20,000 to support our organizations mission of providing support for those with barriers to independence, like through programs such as 2-1-1/ LIFE LINE (211 Finger Lakes Region)!
There’s still time to bid on live auction items and give! See the event page below for details, and this amazing poetry from Ten Thousand Words!
Goodwill of the Finger LakesSummon the Spirits of Goodwill!
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In case you missed this impromptu poetry moment from Ten Thousand Words! His package is available to be bid on through Tuesday!
Happening now and it’s a great event so far! Still can join!
THU, OCT 15
Summon the Spirits of Goodwill!
We hope you’ll join us TONIGHT for our Virtual fundraising experience, Summon the Spirits!
THU, OCT 15
Summon the Spirits of Goodwill!
Looking for some Halloween DIY fun? Grab a pair of shoes at one of our stores and some paint and you’ll be ready to go!
See more videos like this for Halloween on the Goodwill Industries International, Inc. channel!
Goodwill Industries International, Inc. posted a video to playlist Halloween DIY.
October 13 at 10:48 PM ·
Step into #Halloween with these DIY spider shoes! All you need is a few Goodwill finds and some paint to get started... Find more crafty ideas at: goodwill.org/halloween 🎃 #GoodwillHalloween
AFP Genesee Valley takes National Philanthropy Day, generally November 15th, and decides to celebrate November as National Philanthropy Month.
Article is reposted here:
https://www.goodwillfingerlakes.org/about-us/news/afpgv-celebrates-national-philanthropy-month
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AFPGV celebrates National Philanthropy Month
November is Diabetes Awareness Month - and eye health is a very important factor to check if an individual has diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy is one of several common eye diseases, but is the most common cause of vision impairment and blindness among working-age adults in the United States.
As a part of our services through our mission program ABVI (the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired), we perform a functional vision exam after an individual has been seen and referred by their primary eye doctor.
ABVI and it's services to empower and prepare those who are visually impaired are made possible by your shopping and donating at our stores. Every time you shop, you're providing for services just like these right here in our community!
https://www.goodwillfingerlakes.org/abvi
Happy Election Day! If you haven’t already,
GO VOTE! #GoVOTE2020!
Tomorrow is Election Day, and many polling sites are available - including the United Way of Greater Rochester. If you haven’t already completed early voting, we strongly urge you to get out and vote on Election Day tomorrow!
United Way of Greater Rochester
November 2 at 11:25 AM ·
Polling Site: As we continue to serve as a community hub for good, United Way of Greater Rochester at 75 College Avenue is once again serving as a polling site for this year's election. Tomorrow is Election Day. If you need more information about voting in Monroe County, please visit: https://www.monroecounty.gov/elections
$1 Sunday / did you know?
Every Sunday in our retail locations in Rochester and Syracuse (excluding the Clearance Center and Bookstore) we have $1 Sunday’s. Select colored tags marked with the color of the week are only $1! Today the color is GREEN. (Excludes New Goods, jewelry and furniture).
We know times are difficult and Goodwill Cares - come find unique treasures, gently used items, and many new with tag products at an affordable price of $1.
Www.goodwillfingerlakes.org/stores
Thrifty Friday - here's a sneak peek of an upcycled dresser our customer and Brand Ambassador Justine finished! How great did this turn out! Stay tuned or a blog post with the step by step process to upcycle and recreate your own thrifty furniture!
Come check us out this weekend for some fun DIY projects at locations throughout the Finger Lakes region:
www.goodwillfingerlakes.org/stores
Justine Armes Wenzel
January 7 at 8:08 PM ·
My most accomplished thrifted project glow up diy project to date! What do you think? Goodwill of the Finger Lakes
Thank you for your patience as we assist those in need, and usage of our complimentary crisis intervention hotline, 2-1-1/ LIFE LINE (211 Finger Lakes Region) - funded by your shopping and donating.
2-1-1/ LIFE LINE (211 Finger Lakes Region)
January 5 at 9:21 AM ·
211/LIFE LINE is experiencing high call volumes due to the 1st day of launching the partnership with the City of Rochester and 25 local restaurants Senior Meal Program. Seniors 60+ and live in the City of Rochester can reach out to sign up for up to 3 meals a week for 30 days (total of 12 meals a month). You can access menus based on the quadrant the senior lives in on our homepage at 211lifeline.org.
We ask for everyone's patience as we help seniors sign up for this vital service, it can take up to 10mins to assist a senior with this process.
Organization for the new year is key!
If you’re cleaning up and looking to reorganize, check out your local Goodwill. There’s a selection of storage items, wicker baskets, boxes, bags, and more!
Check out our full list of stores at www.goodwillfingerlakes.org/stores
It’s $1 Sunday at Goodwill! Whose out scoring those deals?
Select items with the pink tag are only $1 - excluding New Goods, furniture and jewelry - at our stores! Visit any location besides the Clearance Center and Bookstore today to grab those unique finds for only $1!
Brr it’s cold out there! ❄️❄️
Stop into Goodwill for the latest in fashion, unique styles and cozy looks. Our stores are open for the ultimate shopping experience!
Www.goodwillfingerlakes.org/stores
Goodwill of the Finger Lakes announces $10 Million from Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. Read more below.
https://www.goodwillfingerlakes.org/about-us/news/goodwill-of-the-finger-lakes-announces-10-million-from-philanthropist-mackenzie-scott
#rochester #rochesterny #rochesternewyork #goodwill #goodwillflx #upstateny #philanthropy #nonprofit
Goodwill of the Finger Lakes Celebrates Black History Month.
Local Hero - Dr. Freddie Thomas:
Dr. Freddie Thomas was originally from Norfolk, Virginia and relocated to Rochester in 1952. He accredited his move to sensing community, togetherness, and an increase in black-owned businesses. He is best known as a silent leader and trailblazer for other African American scientists. Dr. Thomas attended and later worked at the University of Rochester as a Geneticist and Biologist.
He had a lifelong desire to educate and show the value of education to the youth in Rochester. Through hard work and consistency, he believed that anyone could be more than their environment and obtain success. In his honor, the city renamed a local high school after him.
Learn More About Dr. Freddie Thomas:
Option 1: Read http://southwesttribune.com/news/remembering-dr-freddie-l-thomas-1918-1974/
Option 2: Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l02bS5lWXdA
There’s still time to find that unique and special gift for Valentine’s Day - stop on in to your local Goodwill for that one of a kind item! Or purchase a gift card and give the gift of the ultimate treasure hunt!
Better yet this Sunday (and every Sunday!) is $1 Sunday - grab that last minute item at an affordable price!
And lastly If you’re able to donate, know that every donation you give goes towards funding our mission programs in the community. No matter your Valentine’s Day plans, giving to others is truly what it’s all about ❤️
Today is National 211 Day. 2-1-1/ LIFE LINE (211 Finger Lakes Region) is a mission program of Goodwill of the Finger Lakes, made possible by your generous shopping and donating. 211 has served thousands this past year alone and continues to do so proudly amidst the ongoing pandemic.
211 connects our community with basic human needs such as food and shelter, while also providing caring and empathetic telecounselors to assist with suicide intervention and other mental health considerations.
Anyone can call 211, anytime and any day. We are here for you!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAuy7_HrHZs&t=2s
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211/LIFE LINE Community Impact
Think outside the box this Valentines Day! Grab some unique plates and serving pieces and host an indoor soirée!
Check out our selection at www.goodwillfingerlakes.org/stores
Show your #thriftlove differently this Valentines Day and beyond! Shopping at Goodwill not only supports our mission programs here in the local community (like the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired and 2-1-1/ LIFE LINE (211 Finger Lakes Region) but it also reduces your environmental impact and carbon imprint.
Shopping and donating at Goodwill helps keep over 25 million pounds of stuff out of landfills each year!
Www.goodwillfingerlakes.org/stores