Goodwill of the Southern Alleghenies Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsPennsylvania, United States51-200 Employees
Goodwill of the Southern Alleghenies is a nonprofit organization based in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, established in 1962. It operates as an independent 501(c)(3) entity serving several counties in the region, including Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Huntingdon, Indiana, Somerset, and a portion of Westmoreland. The organization runs thrift stores that rely on donated clothing and merchandise, with earnings directed toward its mission of helping individuals and families overcome employment barriers through work-related education, training, and career services. Its services target people facing disadvantages such as welfare dependency, homelessness, limited education or work experience, criminal backgrounds, and disabilities. By focusing on education and job readiness, the organization aims to improve access to meaningful work for these populations. Goodwill of the Southern Alleghenies emphasizes its role in providing both employment support and a diverse, community-oriented workplace, aligning its local presence with the broader Goodwill network in the nonprofit sector.