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Quarter 1 2023 Goodwill of Northern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula Round-Up

February 8, 2023Goodwill News
Diego Avena Martinez
Diego Avena Martinez

GWNWUP is doing a round up for our co worker and friend Diego Avena Martinez. He has been diagnosed with stage 4 Ewing Sarcoma in his lungs, nasal cavity, and hip bones. We are all heart broken for him especially knowing that as a child he had cancer and survived. Diego decided to move to Marquette in 2020 and applied for a position here at Goodwill and became well-liked by his coworkers and our customers. Often Diego would make drawings for customers and workers making them feel special. Also, customers’ who only spoke Spanish would seek him out for help. You could see the delight in Diego’s eyes when speaking his natural language. He has vast knowledge of literature, video games and Anime. You would be hard pressed to find a more caring or loving man.

Diego is racking up expenses quickly from travel, lodging and co-payments. His expenses will be at least $10,000 in costs for the coming month. Mayo Clinic will begin aggressive chemotherapy next week. Please join in and show him support from his community.

To consider making a monetary donation for Diego’s ongoing medical expenses please visit any of our 5 locations to safely give or visit our GoFundMe Page!

Check our Quarter 1 2023 Round Up Organizations:

Houghton – Copper Country Humane Society

Escanaba – UP Honor Flight Program

SSM – Best of Friends

MQT – 906 Adventure 

Marinette – Newcap

THANK YOU!

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Quarter 1 – 2023 Goodwill of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Peninsula Round-Up

October 5, 2022Goodwill 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 1st Quarter of 2023:

  • Marinette, WI – Newcap
  • Marquette, MI – 906 Adventure
  • Houghton, MI – Houghton Humane Society
  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI – Best of Friends
  • Escanaba, MI – UP Honor
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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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Become A Part of Goodwill’s Loyalty Program Today!

August 12, 2021Goodwill News
Goodwill Loyalty Program

What is the Loyalty Rewards program?

Our Loyalty Rewards program is our way of saying thank you to our loyal customers!  Loyalty Rewards members will earn higher discounts via email on upcoming monthly sale events.  As a Loyalty Rewards member, you will also receive emails regarding community involvement, employee spotlights, our monthly change round up selections, Holiday store hours, and much more.  We want our loyalty members to fell special and save big.

Money spent at Goodwill retail stores helps fund our work programs and overall work mission.

How does it work?

  • Visit you local Goodwill NWUP to sign up for our loyalty program.
  • A friendly cashier will enter your information (name, phone number, email). You will receive a 25% off coupon towards your purchase that day!
  • Check your email for upcoming sales events, your exclusive loyalty coupons, and more!

Please direct comments, inquiries, and questions regarding our Loyalty Program to us from our Goodwill NWUP Contact Page!

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Houghton Goodwill Starts Voucher Program and Raises Funds for People Affected by Calumet Fire

May 26, 2021Goodwill News
Help those displaced by the Calumet fire!
Help those displaced by the Calumet fire!

Houghton, MI – May 25, 2021 – On Friday, May 21st, a street block in Calumet, Michigan broke out into a devastating fire causing complete ruin to businesses and area homes.  Houghton Goodwill will be holding a Change-Round Up for the remaining month of May, and all throughout the month of June.  100% of the proceeds from Change Round-Up will be matched and given to help those in need!  Goodwill Houghton will also be issuing vouchers for families and individuals who lost homes in the fire.  Please reach out the Houghton Goodwill for more info on Change-Up and their voucher program.

You can visit Goodwill Houghton at 911 Razorback Dr in Houghton, Michigan, or give them a call at (906) 482-3680.  They are open Monday through Sunday from 10 am – 6 pm EST.

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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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Goodwill of Northern Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Host Monthly Round Up Your Change Event

March 8, 2021Goodwill News
Round Up Your Change Event
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!

 

Organizations hosted for the month of March 2021

  • Marinette, WI – Newcap
  • Marquette, MI – Negaunee Vista Theatre
  • Houghton, MI – Dial Help
  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI – Girl Scouts
  • Escanaba, MI – Tri County Sage Harbor
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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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