Fulfilling the Mission

Older workers are playing an increasingly important role in our economy. In fact, over 40% of Americans aged 55+ were employed in 2019, making up over 25% of the U.S. labor force. At Palmetto [...]

Today marks the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, education and public [...]

For years, Palmetto Goodwill has worked to provide job training and employment services to older workers – ages 55 and over through the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP). Under [...]

From the Grand Strand down to the Lowcountry, people are setting aside their newspapers and picking up their smart phones. According to a recent report from Forbes, 55% of American adults receive [...]

It’s not too often a pastry chef trades in his oven mitts for a welding mask, but that didn’t stop Race Faulk from chasing his dream.   “I can’t say enough about the welding course and the [...]

More than 400,000 United States veterans reside in South Carolina, and for many, the transition back to civilian life is filled with barriers. Often, veterans in our community struggle with job [...]

Celebrating Veteran’s Day 2019 This Veteran’s Day we are proud to honor the service men and women of our community who have made tremendous sacrifices to protect this nation. Today, [...]

As we celebrate Disability Employment Awareness Month, we thought it appropriate to post a piece from last year’s Achiever of the Year award recipient: At age 52, I have found a place — and [...]

By Laura Walling Last year local Goodwill® organizations collectively provided job-training and employment services to more than 235,000 older workers – age 55 and over.  As the saying goes, “Age [...]

By Randy Wooden No list of the most challenging interview questions would be complete without the ol’ weaknesses question. Today I’ll explore why they’re asking it and strategies for answering.  [...]