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How Do Charitable Donations Impact Your Taxes?
Acts of charity are commendable, and many of us love to show our support for our favorite charitable organizations, by donating our...
jtorres
Jun 5, 20222 min read


7 Ways Soft Skill Training Could Help You Land a Great Job
Soft skills are incredibly important in any workplace, and not being able to display a strong set of them either in an interview, or on a...
jtorres
May 19, 20222 min read


9 Things That Make Thrift Stores Awesome
There are many things that make thrift stores awesome, and if you’ve never shopped in one before, you’ve got a whole heap of benefits to...
jtorres
May 12, 20223 min read


Why Does Decluttering Make Us Feel So Good?
For those who enjoy decluttering and reorganizing your closets - or even your entire homes – you already know that it can make you feel...
jtorres
May 12, 20222 min read


Tips for Slowing Down Your Fast Fashion Habits
Fast fashion is simple and addictive, but it’s terrible for the planet and the environment around us. If you’re worried that your fast...
jtorres
May 5, 20222 min read


7 Top Causes of Poverty in The U.S. Today
More and more American families are struggling with poverty, and while charitable organizations and government programs can help to a...
jtorres
May 2, 20223 min read


Ways To Refresh Your Wardrobe While on A Budget
Many of us want to update and refresh our wardrobes from time to time, but it can often be an expensive affair. We often postpone doing...
jtorres
Apr 19, 20222 min read


Why Is Vintage Clothing So Popular?
While we all know someone who seems to be stuck in the past, perhaps even dressing as if they’re still living in that particular era,...
jtorres
Apr 12, 20222 min read


How To Find a Meaningful Job That You LovE
Not everyone is fortunate enough to find a job that is both meaningful, and enjoyable, but with a little forethought, effort and...
jtorres
Apr 11, 20223 min read


4 Benefits of Volunteering in Your Community
Volunteering has a variety of benefits including meeting new people, learning a whole host of new skills, feeling happier and healthier,...
jtorres
Mar 16, 20222 min read


Your Guide to Ethical - And Thrifty - Gift Buying
Whether it’s gifts for the kids at Easter, birthday presents for that relative whose got everything, or an anniversary gift for your...
jtorres
Mar 15, 20223 min read


How Much Can Your Goodwill Gift Help Community Members?
Whether you’re donating to a thrift store, or shopping in one, you might not always be aware of just how far our donation can go towards...
jtorres
Mar 9, 20222 min read


Getting the Most Out of Your Thrift Store Experience
Thrift stores are veritable treasure troves where you can find items of all sizes, shapes and descriptions, while doing your bit to help...
jtorres
Mar 7, 20223 min read


Experts Say January Is One of the Best Times to Go Thrifting — Here’s Why
January, 2026 The start of a new year isn’t just about fresh goals and clean slates — it’s also one of the best times of the year to thrift shop and donate! After the holidays, many people take time to declutter their homes, clear out closets, and make space for what’s next. That means your local Goodwill stores are filling up with amazing finds just in time for January! Here’s why January is a thrift lover’s dream: Post-holiday purges mean more inventory . As families unpack

Goodwill South MS Marketing
Jan 32 min read


Goodwill South Mississippi Makes Holiday Donation to Humane Society of South Mississippi
December 2025 This holiday season, Goodwill Industries of South Mississippi is honored to give back to one of our local nonprofit partners in a meaningful way. Through the generosity of our community, we recently delivered two full truckloads of donations to the Humane Society of South Mississippi, helping support animals in need during the colder months. The donation included a wide variety of much-needed items collected through our Goodwill for Good Paws Donation Drive, as

Goodwill South MS Marketing
Dec 18, 20252 min read


Goodwill South Mississippi Launches “Goodwill for Good Paws” Donation Drive to Support Humane Society of South Mississippi
November 2025 - Goodwill Industries of South Mississippi is proud to announce the launch of its “Goodwill for Good Paws” Donation Drive, a holiday community initiative supporting the Humane Society of South Mississippi (HSSM). From November 24 through December 6, all Goodwill South Mississippi retail locations will serve as drop-off points for new, unopened pet supplies, making it convenient for dog-loving shoppers who want to help local shelter pets this holiday season. Dona

Goodwill South MS Marketing
Nov 25, 20251 min read


Goodwill South Mississippi Announces New Outlet “Bins” Store Coming to Gulfport in January 2026
November 2025 Goodwill South Mississippi is excited to announce the upcoming opening of a Goodwill Outlet “Bins” Store in January 2026, located next to our Gulfport Orange Grove location at 12057 HWY 49 in Gulfport, MS. The Grand Opening will take place on the morning of January 8th, marking an exciting milestone for Goodwill and shoppers across the Gulf Coast. Unlike traditional Goodwill retail stores, Goodwill Outlet stores sell most items by the pound rather than by indivi

Goodwill South MS Marketing
Nov 11, 20251 min read


Goodwill of South Mississippi Celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Biloxi, MS — October 2025 Goodwill of South Mississippi is proud to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) this October, honoring the many contributions of workers with disabilities and reaffirming our commitment to creating inclusive, meaningful employment opportunities across the Gulf Coast. Each year, NDEAM highlights the importance of ensuring all people — regardless of ability — have equal opportunity to contribute their skills and talents in th
Goodwill South MS Marketing
Oct 13, 20251 min read


Goodwill Opens Brand‑New Biloxi Store at 2647 Pass Road
Goodwill Industries of South Mississippi celebrated the grand opening of its brand-new Biloxi store on July 3, located at 2647 Pass Road in the former Hobby Lobby building. The spacious new location replaces the previous store at the corner of Popp’s Ferry and Pass Roads, offering a fresh, modern shopping experience for the Gulf Coast community. Shoppers began lining up bright and early Thursday morning, wrapping around the building in anticipation of the 10 a.m. ribbon-cutti
Goodwill South MS Marketing
Jul 7, 20251 min read


Goodwill Opens 12th Location in South Mississippi with Grand Opening in Wiggins
Wiggins, MS – February 20, 2025 – Goodwill Industries celebrated the grand opening of its 12th location across South Mississippi on Thursday, bringing its signature affordable shopping and community-driven mission to Wiggins. The new store, located in the heart of the city, welcomed eager shoppers with a special giveaway—50 swag bags for the first 50 customers through the door. The expansion into Wiggins reflects Goodwill’s ongoing commitment to supporting local communities
Goodwill South MS Marketing
Feb 25, 20252 min read


Goodwill of South Mississippi Welcomes Vicki Burton as New President/CEO
Goodwill Industries of South Mississippi, Inc., is pleased to welcome Vicki Burton as President and Chief Executive Officer. Burton comes...
marketing01308
Jul 17, 20242 min read


Goodwill donation items more than just merchandise
Check out the wlox story on how donations support mission services https://www.wlox.com/2024/04/02/goodwill-donation-items-more-than-just...
marketing01308
Apr 3, 20241 min read


Add Some Thrifted Flair to Your Wardrobe
Three Tips for closet additions With gray weather hanging on, it’s a great time to get creative with your winter wardrobe with some...
marketing01308
Jan 28, 20241 min read
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