Curtis Jackson, Author at Goodwill of Greater Detroit

Honoring and Celebrating Independence Day

by Curtis Jackson | Jul 4, 2017 | Blog

“Today we celebrate our Independence Day,” isn’t just a classic line from a Hollywood blockbuster. For Americans, it’s a value we carry with us throughout the year. Yes, on the Fourth of July we indulge in some of the recreational aspects of the American experience:...

It Takes a Team to Make an Impact

by Curtis Jackson | Apr 5, 2017 | Blog

When you’re walking the halls of Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit’s headquarters on Grand River Ave. you’ll likely get a warm hello and big smile from Felicia Hunter, chief administrative officer and executive vice president of employment and training. In her...

Goodwill Gave Me the Platform to Contribute to the City I Love

by Curtis Jackson | Apr 5, 2017 | Blog

When he retired as an iron worker, Julius Norman Jr., wanted to give back to the Detroit community. The Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit Welding Training Program gave him the opportunity he was looking for. Raised in Detroit, Julius has worked as a Welding Trade...

A Passion for Helping People Become Self-Sufficient

by Curtis Jackson | Apr 5, 2017 | Blog

Detroit native, Shanell Shelby, has been a key driver toward Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit’s mission by preparing and guiding job seekers into employment. As the program manager for Goodwill’s North Oakland Career Center, which partners with Oakland County...