Our Mission
Goodwill Industries of Central Indiana exists to educate, employ, and change lives together. Every donation dropped off and every item purchased helps fund programs that strengthen neighborhoods across central Indiana.
How You Make a Difference
Educate
Tuition-free learning through The Excel Center for adults earning their high school diploma.
Employ
Job training and career placement services that open doors to lasting employment.
Change Lives
Community programs that support individuals and families across the region.
Serving Central Indiana
Goodwill Industries of Central Indiana serves 29 counties within approximately a 70-mile radius around Indianapolis. From city neighborhoods to surrounding towns, your support reaches neighbors throughout the region.
Find store locations, donation sites, and program details on the official Goodwill of Central Indiana website.
Get in Touch
Have a story, project, or thrifting find to share? Reach the blog team at social@gwgoodstuff.org or visit our contact page.
GoodwillIndy helps people strengthen their lives through education, employment, and community support. Donations and purchases help create opportunities for neighbors across central Indiana, turning everyday generosity into meaningful progress. The organization believes lasting change is possible when people have access to encouragement, practical resources, and the confidence to move forward. Its work brings together individuals, families, and local communities around a shared commitment to possibility, dignity, and a better future.
Every item shared, discovered, or repurposed can contribute to a larger purpose. GoodwillIndy’s approach connects support with action, helping adults pursue learning, job seekers build skills, and families find pathways toward greater stability. This mission reflects a welcoming, optimistic spirit, much like finding a charming piece in a store and imagining a new life for it. Together, small acts of participation can help neighborhoods grow stronger, more connected, and full of opportunity.