Our Mission & Leadership
Rooted Here. Focused on What’s Next.
A local nonprofit rooted in community since 1935, turning generosity into education, opportunity, and lasting impact.
Evansville Goodwill works alongside people, families, employers, partners, and communities across our tristate region to create pathways toward greater stability and opportunity.
Why We Exist
Our Mission. Our Vision.
Our mission defines how we serve today. Our vision keeps us focused on the communities we are working together to build.
Our Mission
The mission of Evansville Goodwill Industries, Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, is to help people, families, and communities thrive through the power of relationships, education, and work.
Our Vision
Communities where all people and families thrive.
Across our tristate region, too many people face barriers that make stability feel out of reach.
A missed educational opportunity. A job market that feels closed off. Life circumstances that
interrupt plans and confidence.
Evansville Goodwill exists to help remove those barriers and replace them with pathways forward.
Not through quick fixes, but through long-term investment in people and community.
The Cycle of Good
How Good Becomes Opportunity.
Our thrift stores are more than places to donate and shop. They are the engine that powers our mission.
When you donate goods, shop with purpose, or support our work, that generosity stays local. It funds free education programs like The Excel Center® Evansville Southeast, workforce services like The Opportunity Center, and support systems designed around real community needs.
Our Values
The Values That Guide Our Work.
Our values shape how we lead, serve, and partner with our community. To make them easier to follow, they’re organized in the order that spells THRIVE. Select a letter or expand a value to see what it means and how it shows up in our work.
What This Means
We communicate clearly and share relevant data in an understandable way.
How This Shows Up
We are open about how decisions are made, how resources are used, and how impact is measured. From sharing outcomes and financial information to explaining how donations support programs, transparency helps build trust and understanding with our community.
Review our most recent financial reporting and nonprofit information.
See Our Most Recent 990 FormWhat This Means
We tell the truth and demonstrate ethical behavior and strong moral principles.
How This Shows Up
We communicate openly, set realistic expectations, and act with integrity in our work and partnerships. Honest conversations, even when they are difficult, help us grow stronger and remain accountable to the people we serve.
What This Means
We foster inclusiveness and treat all people with honor and dignity.
How This Shows Up
We meet people where they are, listen without judgment, and create environments where individuals feel valued and supported. Respect guides how we engage with our team members, program participants, donors, and partners.
What This Means
We embrace new ideas, creativity, lifelong learning, and continuous improvement practices.
How This Shows Up
As community needs evolve, we adapt. We look for thoughtful, creative ways to remove barriers, strengthen programs, and improve how we serve. Innovation allows us to respond with relevance and care, not assumption.
What This Means
We energetically adapt to change to ensure sustainability and growth of people, our organization, and our communities.
How This Shows Up
We invest in our people, systems, and spaces so they remain healthy and resilient. By supporting growth and well-being, we ensure our organization can continue serving the community for years to come.
What This Means
We help people define and achieve their vision of self-sufficiency.
How This Shows Up
Our programs focus on building confidence, skills, and choice. We walk alongside individuals as they pursue education, employment, and stability, supporting them as they define success on their own terms.
Our People
The People Behind the Work.
A team of neighbors, professionals, and advocates committed to building opportunity across our tristate community.
Our work is powered by people who believe in dignity, access, and the strength of community.
How We Show Up
The work of Evansville Goodwill is carried forward by people who believe that how we do the work matters just as much as the outcomes we achieve.
Strategic Leadership
Executive Team.
Leaders guiding strategy, operations, mission delivery, and responsible stewardship across Evansville Goodwill.
Programs & Operations
Our Directors.
Department and program leaders carrying strategy into the daily work of serving people and communities.
Community Governance
Our Board of Directors
Evansville Goodwill is governed by a local Board of Directors made up of community leaders who bring diverse perspectives, experience, and a shared commitment to our mission.
The board provides strategic guidance and oversight to ensure we operate ethically, transparently, and in alignment with our values.