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With the support of our generous donors and shoppers, we provided services to 15,392 people in 2025.


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Radio Reading Service Listeners Enjoy New Online and Roku Access

AKRON, OH — Since this past January, Goodwill Industries of Akron has updated and expanded it’s radio reading service options for the first time in 18 years. Smartphone, Alexa, home computer devices, as well as Roku has expanded audio service’s ...

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Shifting to Thrifting – Empowering a More Sustainable Environment by Shopping Second-Hand

We all need to be reminded to evaluate our everyday choices and consider their impact on the environment. There are so many ways to celebrate the beauty of the planet, like spending time walking outside, cleaning up litter on a ...

Upcoming Event

Customer Loyalty Day

Saturday, July 25th is the next Customer Loyalty Day!  All Goodwill Club members receive double points on purchases (excludes new goods)
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