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Upcoming Event
Community Action Board of Santa Cruz County – Round Up
Round up your purchase to the nearest dollar OR donate a set amount.
When:
Shop at al Goodwill Central Coast locations Saturday and Sunday May 13th & 14th, 2023 to benefit CAB’s work to eliminate poverty & create social change.
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Find A Store
Our 14 retail stores and two outlets reach across three counties (Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Luis Obispo) as a network of opportunity for savvy shoppers whose purchases help fuel economic self-sufficiency for others.

Job Seekers / Employers
Goodwill creates opportunities for job seekers as well as local employers who want to help motivated residents achieve their fullest potential through the power of work. Discover how our free employment services can have a profound effect on communities.
Our Services
We offer free employment services, putting all our resources behind your search to find a meaningful, rewarding job that complements your abilities and interests. Our assistance extends beyond our Career Centers into subsidized job placement, financial counseling, tax preparation and more.
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How Can You Help?
Goodwill Central Coast helps people just like you through our education, training and employment services.
About Us
Goodwill Central Coast helps people just like you through our education, training and employment services. We work hard to build lives, families, and communities by removing obstacles to employment and helping you reach your goals through meaningful work.
Read Our Blog
Find thrifty tips, DIY projects and fun ideas to help turn unused items into community gold.

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Discover our Online Store
Scroll through our virtual marketplace at www.shopgoodwill.com to uncover a treasure trove of items curated by our e-commerce team.
Our Local Impact
660 employees, 13877 local job services provided, 14000000 in local wages, taxes, benefits, 12000 tons diverted from local landfills



