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  • Light Up the Season: The 31st Annual Fantasy of Lights Returns!
    The air is turning crisp, the holidays are just around the corner, and the beloved Fantasy of Lights is back for its 31st spectacular season! Goodwill of Southern New England is thrilled to once again partner with this cherished annual event, which transforms New Haven’s Lighthouse Point Park into a stunning, mile-long

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  • Last-Minute Haunts? DIY Halloween, Goodwill Style!
    Halloween is just around the corner, and if you’re like many of us, the perfect costume might still be a phantom thought! But don’t fret – there’s no need for ghoulish panic. Your local Goodwill of Southern New England store is your ultimate secret weapon for creating an unforgettable, last-minute, DIY Halloween

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  • Are you ready, Treasure Hunters?
    Our First “By the Pound” Outlet in Providence is NOW OPEN! The wait is officially over! We are thrilled to announce that our first “By the Pound” Outlet is now open for business from Monday through Saturday, 9am to 6pm in Providence! Come and be a part of something big. Get ready

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  • Goodwill Fall Classic 2025
  • Goodwill Rewards – Bigger Savings, Simplified!
    Get ready for a simpler, more rewarding experience at Goodwill! On July 1, 2025 we’re transforming our Club Blue program into the new Goodwill Rewards, and everyone’s invited to join. What’s Changing?For our existing Club Blue members, you can relax! Your memberships and current rewards will automatically roll over into Goodwill Rewards.

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  • Edgar James Helms (1863 – 1942)
    Edgar Helms is credited as the founder of the movement that would grow into Goodwill Industries® and was admired for his uncommon character and entrepreneurial vision. Helms was born near Malone, NY on January 19, 1863. Early in life, Helms tried his hand at law and newspaper publishing but abandoned these endeavors

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