Goodwill of the Finger Lakes
Operates thrift stores and social services for community development.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1911
- Employees
- 750
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Non-Profit
- Subsidiaries
- Goodwill Vision Enterprises, Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 2-1-1/LIFE LINE
About
Goodwill of the Finger Lakes is a nonprofit organization dedicated to workforce development and community enrichment across the region. Through its network of retail stores that sell donated goods, the organization funds and delivers comprehensive job training, employment placement, and career advancement services, helping individuals gain sustainable livelihoods. In addition to employment programs, Goodwill offers vision rehabilitation, educational initiatives, and manufacturing opportunities that promote skill development and economic inclusion. By integrating circular economy principles with community assistance, Goodwill of the Finger Lakes creates a supportive ecosystem that elevates people, strengthens local economies, and advances environmental stewardship. Its core value proposition lies in transforming donated resources into meaningful employment pathways and community services that foster long‑term personal and regional growth.