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Operation Warm Up

October 30, 2023Goodwill News

A Warm Helping Hand: OPERATION WARM UP
Goodwill Industries of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan will be partnering with
WZMQ-TV 19 in a winter clothes drive called Operation Warm UP. Many people in the
community do not always have enough clothing items to stay warm or lack funds to buy certain
cold weather items.
This cold weather clothing drive’s main purpose is to help children, students, and adults stay
protected and warm during the harsh winter months ahead.
Please lend a warm helping hand by bringing your gently used coats, hats and gloves to our 5
donation centers across the UP and Marinette, WI. Donations will be accepted in our designated
Operation Warm UP bins located by the front entrance inside our Goodwill stores.
Donations graciously accepted at these Goodwill locations: Marquette, Escanaba, Sault Ste
Marie, Houghton, and Marinette, WI.
WZMQ 19 News Director Trent Bailey said, “we are so excited to partner with Goodwill to help
those in need during the cold weather season. WZMQ will provide news coverage and public
service announcements to bring attention to this worthwhile campaign.”
Operation Warm UP will start Nov 1st and end November 22nd.
Please visit WZMQ19.COM for more details.

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Quarter 4 – 2023 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 4th Quarter of 2023:

  • Marquette, MI – Upper Peninsula Honor Flight
    • Our mission is to fly Upper Peninsula Veterans who served from 1941 to May of 1975 to see the Memorials that stand in their honor.  This “Tour of Honor” is FREE to the veteran.  Airfare, meals, deluxe tour bus, t-shirt, and other items are provided at NO COST to the veteran.

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  • Houghton, MI – Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter Home
    • Our shelter offers a safe place for victims of domestic violence and their children. We work to provide ways to access safety and support when escaping violence and abuse.

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  • Escanaba, MI – Michigan Community Action
    • Empower, advocate for, and assist people in need to improve and sustain their quality of life and independence through education, housing, nutrition, volunteerism, and in-home support.

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  • Marinette, WI – CASA GAL
    • CASA is a not-for-profit organization serving the community. CASA Volunteers are court-appointed Special Advocates appointed by a Judge to speak on behalf of children who come under the jurisdiction of the court because of child abuse or neglect.

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  • Sault St. Marie, MI – Malcolm Alternative High School

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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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