Everything You Should Know About Goodwill Acadiana

When you hear the name Goodwill, you might just think of thrift stores and secondhand treasures. But Goodwill Acadiana is so much more than that. We are a mission-driven organization that transforms lives, strengthens our community, and offers hope, right here in Acadiana.

Whether you’re a longtime supporter or just discovering us for the first time, here’s everything you should know about Goodwill Acadiana and how you can be a part of the impact.

🫶 Our Purpose

At Goodwill Acadiana, our purpose is simple: Reduce poverty, Restore independence, and Transform lives.

We do this by offering education, job training, and employment opportunities to individuals facing barriers to work. When you donate to or shop at Goodwill Acadiana, you’re directly supporting these life-changing programs.

🛍️ More Than a Thrift Store

Yes, our stores are packed with incredible finds - from vintage clothing to brand-name furniture - but they serve a bigger purpose.

The revenue from every item sold helps fund:

• Adult education (HiSET) preparation

• Employment services

• Crisis assistance

• Affordable housing

• Court-appointed community service assistance

• Skills training programs

• Support for individuals with disabilities

• And more!

So when you clean out your closet or shop secondhand, you’re fueling job opportunities and a brighter future for someone in your own neighborhood.

💼 Employment & Training Services

Through our Job Connection services, we empower individuals to gain the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the workforce. Services include:

• Resume writing and interview coaching

• Digital literacy and computer training

• Job search assistance and referrals

The people we serve go on to build careers, support their families, and contribute to our local economy - all thanks to your generosity and support.

💙 Community Partnerships

We’re proud to work hand-in-hand with local businesses, organizations, government agencies, and nonprofits to make Acadiana stronger. From donation drives to workforce development collaborations, partnerships are a key part of our impact.

Got a business? Part of a community organization? Hosting a donation drive? Cleaning out a rental property? We’ll help you turn your excess goods into opportunities for others! 

Contact info@goodwillacadiana.org for next steps on how we can partner!

🌱 Sustainability in Action

Donating to Goodwill Acadiana doesn’t just change lives - it helps the planet. In 2024 alone, Goodwill Acadiana diverted 2.9 MILLION pounds of items from landfills.

That’s thanks to generous donors like you who choose to give their gently used items a second life.

📍 Our Footprint

With 11 retail locations, 3 speciality stores, a network of 6 attended donation centers, our Opportunity Campus (which houses our Corporate office, Mission Services office, and a donation center), and a growing list of community programs, Goodwill Acadiana serves residents across 9 parishes: Acadia, Iberia, Iberville, Jefferson Davis, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary, and Vermilion. 

Find your nearest store here: www.goodwillacadiana.org/shop 

Or your nearest donation center here: www.goodwillacadiana.org/donate 

🙌 How You Can Get Involved

Ready to make an impact? Here are a few ways you can help:

• Donate your gently used clothing, furniture, and household items

• Shop at your local Goodwill Acadiana store

• Host a donation drive with your business, organization, school, or neighborhood

• Share our impact on social media and help spread the mission

• Collaborate with us

💬 Local Lives. Local Impact.

Every item you donate or purchase at Goodwill Acadiana helps someone in our community take the next step toward self-sufficiency. Behind every transaction is a story of hope, progress, and community.

Because of your support, people right here in Acadiana are earning diplomas, finding jobs, and building brighter futures.

Goodwill Acadiana isn’t just a place to donate or shop - it’s a movement. And we invite you to be a part of it.

Let’s reduce poverty, restore independence, and transform lives. Together💙