Live. Work. Thrive.
Our mission comes to life every day with our dedicated team helping people in our community to live, work, and thrive through housing, employment, and supportive services. Neighbors like Teresa find joy, connection and belonging at work through our employment programs, while community members like Donald benefit from safe, stable housing through our residential services.
Our deepest purpose is to help people in our community experience the good that life can offer. We are honored to support so many amazing individuals in overcoming barriers to housing and work through our community programs and supportive services – their outcomes and success stories represent our mission in action.
Jethro
Jethro was living in an abandoned vehicle before moving into safe and stable housing at a Goodwill group home. With support from our residential staff, he gained confidence and skills to live independently. Today, Jethro enjoys living at one of our subsidized apartment units – he takes pride in furnishing his home and being a good neighbor.
Sedona
Sedona began her journey with Goodwill of South Central Wisconsin after high school. With support from Goodwill job coaches and staff, she has gained skills and confidence to work and thrive at her local employer. Her mother says, “I ask Sedona almost daily what made her happy today. And few things make me smile more than hearing her reply ‘I did a really good job at my job today, Mom!’ She is so proud to be able to navigate the nuances of her job with tutelage from her Goodwill case manager and the rest of the amazing team.”
Wesley
Wesley was the very first tenant in our subsidized apartment complex on Madison’s east side. For more than a decade, he has been able to experience stability and connection with his neighbors through affordable housing. He enjoys his life at home and thrives with a sense of community.
Brittany
Brittany has worked at Edgewood College since 2013. Outgoing and cheerful, she approaches every day at work with a smile. As a dishwasher, she is an important part of the foodservice team and loves the camaraderie with her coworkers.
