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Quarter 2 – 2024 Goodwill of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Peninsula Round-Up

September 1, 2023Goodwill News

Every quarter the 5 Goodwill locations of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan will be hosting a Saturday “Round-Up Your Change” event that helps support an organization of their choice in each of their communities. Any amount raised by the stores, Goodwill NWUP will match, and 100% of the Round-Up Change proceeds will go directly to the organization! One of Goodwill NWUP’s many missions is strong community support.  By holding monthly Round-Up events, we hope to encourage giving back and supporting organizations in each of our communities!  Every little bit of change helps, and we appreciate your generosity!

Organizations hosted for the 2nd Quarter of 2024:

Marquette, MI – Women’s Center

Women's-Center

The Mission of The Women’s Center is to provide programs and services in Marquette and Alger Counties that Protect, Educate, Advocate, Counsel, and Empower. The Women’s Center believes that every individual is entitled to dignity and respect, and that women and men should be treated equally under the law and by society in general. No individual should be discriminated against or limited by society based on age, race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, career choice, sexual orientation, or other circumstances of legitimate life choices.

 

 

Houghton, MI – The Calumet Community Free Fridge and Food Pantry

Every child deserves a chance to see their potential realized. By matching adult mentors, one-to-one, with children in our communities, Big Brothers Big Sisters defends that potential and helps change lives and futures today and forever.

 

Escanaba, MI – Bay Cliff Health Camp

Bay-cliff-health

Bay Cliff is a year-round, nonprofit therapy and wellness center for children and adults with disabilities. Bay Cliff’s flagship program is a seven-week, summer therapy camp session serving children with disabilities. The children work towards goals of increased independence and living a fuller life. Bay Cliff also provides a number of programs year-round, including an adult program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, an adaptive paddling workshop, and a number of weekend family camps.

 

Marinette, WI – Biehl Bridges

Bridges to Recovery is a grant-funded, non-profit, community organization that offers support, services, and connections for individuals affected by, seeking or are in recovery from substance use disorder. The individuals we serve have Substance Abuse Disorders and our services are provided at no cost to the individual.

 

Sault St. Marie, MI – The Soo Locks Children Museum

The Soo Locks Children’s Museum (SLCM) is a registered 501c3 non-profit organization with the goal of creating a children’s museum where kids have an environment to learn and grow as they express themselves, play, imagine, and create. The museum will have many hands-on, interactive exhibits to support this learning.

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Goodwill of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Peninsula Quarterly Round-Up

September 19, 2022Goodwill News
Round Up Your Change Event
Round Up Your Change Event

Every quarter the 5 Goodwill locations of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan will be hosting a “Round-Up Your Change” event that helps support an organization of their choice in each of their communities.  100% of the Round-Up Change proceeds will go directly to the organization.  One of Goodwill NWUP’s many missions is strong community support.  By holding monthly Round Up events, we hope to encourage giving back and supporting organizations in each of our communities!  Every little bit of change helps, and we appreciate your generosity!

Organizations hosted for the 3rd quarter of 2022

  • Marinette, WI -Upcap
  • Marquette, MI – Start the Cycle
  • Houghton, MI – Don’t Do It Yourself
  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI – The Rainbow Connection
  • Escanaba, MI – Delta Animal Shelter
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Goodwill Mission Moments

March 31, 2022Goodwill News

We are proud to bring you “Goodwill Mission Moments”. A series of testimonials and interviews that gives a personal glimpse into the lives and journeys of those who work for Goodwill Industries of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. “Mission Moments” is all about spreading the word of the great things we do at Goodwill, and the amazing people that work there.

Their stories are heartfelt, poignant, and inspirational.

We hope you enjoy!

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Get ready for BLACK FRIDAY at Goodwill!

November 15, 2021Goodwill News

Don’t forget Goodwill for Black Friday shopping! Goodwill is a great place to find unique gifts at great prices, and we are offering 15% all donated goods and W goods all week long. W goods are categorized as new items we receive from major retailers!

We have all you need to get ready for the holidays. Stylish sweaters, boots, and coats for family photos. Bakeware and glassware to help with all the baking and table setting, and fun décor to create a warm and welcoming festive environment for the home, apartment, or office.

Shop Goodwill all week! Enjoy the savings. You never know what you will find.

PS! We will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Nov 25th to give our staff well-deserved time off!

*Sale excludes white tagged new goods/workforce development products

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Goodwill Announces April Round-up Organizations for Each Store Location

April 1, 2021Goodwill News
Goodwill Round Up Your Change Event
Goodwill Round Up Your Change Event

Each month the 5 Goodwills of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan will be hosting a “Round-Up Your Change” event that helps support an organization of their choice in each of their communities. 100% of the Round-Up Change proceeds will go directly to the organization. One of Goodwill NWUP’s many missions is strong community support.

By holding monthly Round-Up events, we hope to encourage giving back and supporting organizations in each of our communities! Every little bit of change helps, and we appreciate your generosity.

April round-up organization list

  • Escanaba, MI – Wheelin’ Sportsman Program
  • Marinette, WI – New Cap
  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI – New Hope House
  • Marquette, MI – Propylon
  • Houghton, MI – Omega House
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Area 36 of the Special Olympics of Michigan is proud to announce the commencement of their annual UP Winter Games

January 28, 2019Goodwill News

Marquette, MI – January 28, 2019 – Area 36 of the Special Olympics of Michigan is proud to announce the commencement of their annual UP Winter Games on Saturday, January 5th.  The schedule is below.

We will have athletes from all parts of the U.P. competing in Snowshoe, Cross Country Skiing, Alpine Skiing, Snowboarding, and Figure Skating. Please come out to Rippling River Resort and Marquette Mountain to watch the athletes showcase their talents starting with opening ceremony at 1:30 p.m. at Rippling River Resort.

We are also in need of several volunteers to help run the cross country and snowshoe events. If you are interested in helping with these events, please area36@somi.org.

Skiing was a hit at the 2019 Winter Games
Skiing was a hit at the 2019 Winter Games

The Schedule is as follows:

  • 11:30 a.m.   Arrival & Registration @ Holiday Inn
  • 11:30 to 1 p.m. Lunch (Athletes, Registered Volunteers, Coaches)
  • 1:00 to 1:30 p.m. Travel to Rippling River Resort (Own transportation)
  • 1:30 pm to 1:45 p.m. Opening Ceremonies
  • 2:00 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sport Events
  • 4:00 p.m. t-o 4:30 p.m. Travel back to Holiday Inn (Own transportation)
  • 4:30 to 5:00 p.m. Award Ceremony – Holiday Inn
  • 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Pasty Dinner (Athletes, Registered Volunteers, Coaches)
  • 6:00 to ??  p.m. Rowing competition for everyone
  • 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Dance @ Holiday Inn for Winter Game Athletes, Coaches, and Volunteers (light snacks available)

For questions contact Pam Bahrman, Area 36 director at 906-869-2403 or Cori Bodeman at 906-235-9504.  Thank you for covering this event.

“LET ME WIN, BUT IF I CANNOT WIN, LET ME BE BRAVE IN THE ATTEMPT”

Contact:
Cori Bodeman
Goodwill of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan
Director of Marketing
906.235-9504

cbodeman@gwnwup.org
www.gwnwup.org

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Goodwill and Comprenew have teamed up on electronic recycling!Goodwill News

Goodwill and Comprenew hosts Marquette County Electronic Recycling Events

May 25, 2018Goodwill News
Goodwill now takes all electronic donations!
Goodwill now takes all electronic donations!

Marquette, MI – May 25, 2018 – Goodwill and Comprenew, in partnership with Superior Watershed Partnership and the DEQ, will be hosting an Electronic Recycling Event at the Marquette Public Works Building, 1100 Wright Street, on Saturday June 2nd. A partial list of items that will be accepted include: cell phones computer monitors, copy machines, cordless phones, fax machines, laptop computers, keyboards and mice, microwave ovens, printers, scanners, stereo equipment, televisions, and VCR and DVD players. Please go to our website at gwnwup.com or comprenew.org for a complete list of acceptable items. This collection on June 2nd will be free of charge to the donors. The hours of the collection are Saturday from 10am to 4pm.

This is the second of several collections that will occur throughout the summer. More details will be forthcoming on these events.

Goodwill Industries of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, a 501c3, was established in October 1965 with its core mission being to enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals, families, and communities by eliminating barriers to opportunity and helping people in need reach their fullest potential through the power of work.

Goodwill and Comprenew have teamed up on electronic recycling!
Goodwill and Comprenew have teamed up on electronic recycling!

Goodwill is one of the original partakers in recycling, diverting gently used items from the landfill into the hands of people who want them. The revenue from donations pays the employees who live in the community, pay taxes, and consume local goods. We now add Electronic recycling to that mission.

Comprenew is a DEQ registered and nationally certified electronics recycler, based in Grand Rapids, MI. Comprenew strives to demonstrate that people who traditionally have barriers to employment can perform at the highest standards given the right training and environment. Comprenew operates three social programs that improve access to information technology, provide work experience, and offer service learning programs for corporations, community groups, and schools

The Superior Watershed Partnership (SWP) is a Great Lakes non-profit organization serving the communities of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan (Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, and Lake Huron). The mission of the SWP is to protect and improve the natural resources of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan on a watershed basis by promoting responsible individual and community actions that ensure a sustainable environment, encourage a sustainable economy, and help improve the quality of life.

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Goodwill of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan Announces Joint Venture with Comprenew

April 23, 2018Goodwill News
The Goodwill and Comprenew ribbon cutting ceremony

Marquette, MI – April 23, 2018 – Goodwill of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan (Goodwill NWUM) is pleased to announce a joint venture with Comprenew of Grand Rapids, Michigan, to provide proper electronics recycling services to people in the Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin.

This agreement builds on the strength of Goodwill of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan (Goodwill NWUM), one of 155 independent Goodwill organizations, and Comprenew, Michigan’s only e-Stewards certified company, headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and the only non-profit electronic recycler and refurbisher in the world certified to both the e-Stewards and R2 standards.. By partnering together, Goodwill NWUM and Comprenew are able to expand electronics recycling and refurbishing services to the area through the development of retail stores and e-waste drop-off locations. Goodwill NWUM currently operates six retail stores and two training centers covering the territory, along with a logistical collection fleet. Comprenew will be able to use Goodwill NWUM’s existing infrastructure to keep cost affordable and service efficient for the community.

Goodwill now accepts all electronics!

Goodwill NWUM and Comprenew have a shared mission to provide job opportunities to people who experience barriers to long-term employment, which makes for a perfect partnership opportunity to expand into the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and Northern Wisconsin.

Goodwill NWUM President and CEO, Jim Borowski, states, “we are excited to announce this partnership to bring not only responsible electronic waste recycling to the area, but also continue our mission of taking donated goods to help fund programs for those with barriers to employment. We are very pleased to have this relationship with Comprenew and look forward to a long and successful partnership”.

Comprenew President Scott Vander Kooy states, “It is exciting to be able to expand Comprenew’s model in a way that increases the public’s access to safe and secure recycling of electronics. Our partnership with Goodwill NWUM enables us to provide the best service as cost effectively as possible while helping to protect of one of the most beautiful parts of the world. I want to thank Jim Borowski (President & CEO of Goodwill NWUM) and his entire team for working with us to make this possible.”

Stop by the Goodwill and Comprenew store in Marquette to see the wide selection of electronics

About Goodwill Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan

Goodwill Industries of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, a 501c3, was established in October 1965 with its core mission being to enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals, families, and communities by eliminating barriers to opportunity and helping people in need reach their fullest potential through the power of work. Goodwill focuses on job training programs and job placement for the Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin. Our programs help people with any barrier to employment obtain experience and meaningful employment.

Goodwill is one of the original participants in recycling, diverting gently used items from the landfill into the hands of people who want them. The revenue from donations pays employees who live in the community, pay taxes, and consume local goods, as well as funds local training programs.

The grand opening was a big hit!

About Comprenew

Comprenew serves corporations, municipalities, and individuals through the collection, refurbishing, and recycling of used electronics. They are certified to the highest data security, environmental, and health and safety standards in the world relating to used and surplus electronics. Comprenew is the only e-Stewards certified company headquartered in Michigan and the only non-profit electronic recycler and refurbisher in the world certified to both the e-Stewards and R2 standards. Their retail locations provide warrantied refurbished products while serving as convenient places to drop off electronics for data clearing and proper recycling.

Comprenew strives to demonstrate that people who traditionally have barriers to employment can perform at the highest standards given the right training and environment. Comprenew operates three social programs that improve access to information technology, provide work experience, and offer service learning programs for corporations, community groups, and schools.

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