ORLANDO, Fla. (May 22, 2024) – Central Floridians looking to do good by donating clothing and household items that they no longer need or want will soon have two new options.
Goodwill Industries of Central Florida is opening a Donation Xpress (DX) in Ormond Beach, located at 1425 W. Granada Blvd., and another DX in Orlando, located at 7250 Aloma Ave., on June 3. Combined, these spaces will add just over a half-dozen jobs to the local workforce and provide a more convenient way to drop off gently used items. Employees will meet people at their vehicle to pick up the donations, which will be sold at Goodwill retail stores in Orange, Volusia, Brevard, Osceola, Lake and Seminole counties.
“When we open these new donation centers, we’re not just expanding our footprint in Central Florida, we’re also deepening our commitment to the communities we serve,” said Ed Durkee, president and CEO. “Each donation to Goodwill fuels our mission of ‘Building Lives that Work’ while also reducing waste. With Central Florida’s help, we’re filling a vital role in the circular economy by reusing and recycling materials.”
More than 90% of revenue generated from sales at Goodwill’s 31 retail stores is reinvested in the organization to provide jobs and training opportunities.
For more information about Goodwill Industries of Central Florida, including the closest location and hours of operation, visit www.GoodwillCFL.org.
About Goodwill Industries of Central Florida, Inc. (GICF)
For 65 years, Goodwill Industries of Central Florida has provided vocational and job placement services to tens of thousands of people living in Central Florida. Through 31 retail/outlet stores and 16 Donation Xpress locations in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Brevard, Lake and Volusia counties, Goodwill diverted nearly 24 million pounds of clothing and household items from landfills in 2023. Goodwill Industries of Central Florida directly channels more than 90 percent of its annual revenue into programs that enable individuals to secure meaningful employment, achieve their personal goals and thrive economically.
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