Goodwill Receives Yeoman’s Fund Grant from CFCI
Goodwill of Central Illinois has received a grant from the Yeoman’s Fund, in the amount of $4,000. The grant is to be used to assist clients in Goodwill’s Employment Program.
“The Community Foundation of Central Illinois has always been a great supporter of ours and their dedication to our mission continues,” said Goodwill of Central Illinois President and CEO, Don Johnson. “Our Employment Program is so important, especially now, and we appreciate the forward thinking of Mark Roberts, the CFCI staff and their Board of Directors.”
Goodwill offers job placement assistance, contact with local employers, resume building, digital skills training, veteran support services, and operates a 15-bedroom veterans’ home. In addition, youth mentoring and youth services are available. Goodwill employs more than 300 people throughout Central Illinois.