Goodwill Industries of Greater Nebraska

Randa Musil, Program Manager for Employment and Career Services in North Platte, presents on "Bridges Out of Poverty," A comprehensive approach to understanding, addressing, and alleviating poverty at Goodwill Industries of Greater Nebraska monthly management meeting. Learn more at Goodwillne.org

Nebraska Recycling Conference ♻️ Audrey DeFrank, Director of Marketing & Development, and Kendra Lutz, Grant Writer at Goodwill Industries of Greater Nebraska, attended this week’s Nebraska Recycling Conference along with Shantel Featherson, Rudy White, and Tyler Swain of Goodwill Omaha. Goodwill organizations across the country participate in sustainability and recycling initiatives, advocating for a cleaner environment. Sharing a common mission with incredible organizations dedicated to our collective goals contributes to a fulfilling day and a positive environmental impact. 💚 Go Green! Go Goodwill! ♻️💙 #Goodwill #Sustainability #Recycling #Nebraska Learn more at: Goodwillne.org

Curtiss Dill, CEO of Goodwill Industries of Greater Nebraska, along with other team members, gave a presentation at the second annual Goodwill Mission Optimization Learning Event (MOLÉ) in San Diego, CA. Tamara Snider, Vice President of Mission Services, Randa Musil, Program Manager of Employment and Career Services, Megan Boss, Director of Employment & Career Services, and Kim Buschkoetter, Vice President of Compliance and Training, discussed how we use the Opportunity Accelerator to help people overcome barriers in their lives to secure meaningful employment that can lead to economic mobility in rural Nebraska. #MissionSharing #OpportunityAccelerator #Nebraska #Goodwill Learn more at: Goodwillne.org

Randa Musil, Program Manager Employment and Career Servies with Goodwill industries of Greater Nebraska shared her insights on Goodwill's Opportunity Accelerator Cohort 4 during the Mission Optimization Learning Event (MOLÉ). The program is intended to strengthen workforce development and generate meaningful opportunities for participants. Leaders discussed the achievements and strategies of the Opportunity Accelerator initiative and engaged in networking with professionals who have work toward the same mission. Learn more about Goodwill Industries of Greater Nebraska at goodwillne.org and the Opportunity Accelerator program at Goodwill.org.

Kim Buschkoetter, Vice President Compliance and Training from Goodwill Industries of Greater Nebraska presented at the second annual Goodwill Mission Optimization Learning Event (MOLÉ) in San Diego. She shared insights on "Retention and Post Placement Services," capping her experience with Goodwill’s Opportunity Accelerator Cohort 4. Attendees networked, engaged in workshops, and connected with workforce development leaders. Learn more about Goodwill Industries of Greater Nebraska at goodwillne.org and the Opportunity Accelerator program at Goodwill.org.

Paving the Path to Serve and Protect: Last week, a team from the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center led by Easton Hanson came and donated a couple of hours of their evening to re-stripe Goodwill's Parking Lot. These fabulous men and women will be serving as law enforcement professionals in communities all across Nebraska. Our VP of Organizational Development, Brenda Sutherland even got in on the fun. Great job and thank you for your service to Goodwill!

🌟 Please welcome, Our New VP of Retail Operations! 🌟 Kenneth was born and raised in South Dakota. He entered the convenience industry upon receiving an honorable discharge from the US Army. Throughout his career, Ken progressively took on additional responsibilities and achieved success with both Fortune 500 and private companies. Some of the leadership roles held included, VP of Retail & Marketing, Market Leader, and Regional Director of Operations. Kenneth is looking forward to joining the Goodwill Industries of Greater Nebraska family. He‘s excited about the opportunity to give back to our communities and supporting people to be the best they can be in whatever endeavor they may pursue in life. “My greatest joy and accomplishments have been around coaching, developing, and mentoring people”. Welcome aboard, Ken! 🎉 Learn more At: https://buff.ly/2GVh2i9

🌟 Please welcome, Our New Grant Writer! 🌟 We are delighted to announce that Kendra Lutz has joined Goodwill Industries of Greater Nebraska as our new Grant Writer. A native of Palmer, Nebraska, grew up on a farm and graduated from Palmer Public Schools. She studied Human Services with an emphasis in Social Work at Southeast Community College, and Human Relations at Doane University in Grand Island. Previously, Kendra was a program officer at the Greater Grand Island Community Foundation. In her role at the Foundation, Kendra manages community and educational initiatives, including the Scholarship Program, Field of Interest grants, Discretionary grants, Nonprofit Excellence Institute, Excellence in Teaching, and the Youth Philanthropy Board. Kendra is a graduate of Class 38 of Leadership Tomorrow and a Grand Island Chamber’s Top 35 under 35 in 2024. Kendra has been a member of the Grand Island H.E.L.P. Initiative and the H.E.L.P. Leadership team, Grand Island Housing Coalition, Hall County Early Education & Care Coalition, Heartland Council, National Scholarship Providers Association, PEAK Grant Making Organization, Eyes of a Child Committee, LB1184 MDT team, & Juvenile Comprehensive Community Plan Team. Kendra is a member of the Saint Libory Catholic Church, volunteers in her local 4-H programs. Kendra enjoys spending time with her family, watching Husker sporting events, cooking, and being outdoors. She and her husband, Ben, reside in rural St. Libory with their three children, Bexley, Brixton, and Banx. Please join us in welcoming Kendra to our Goodwill family. We look forward to the passion and dedication she will bring to our mission of empowering individuals and strengthening communities throughout Greater Nebraska. Welcome aboard, Kendra! 🎉 Learn more At: https://buff.ly/2GVh2i9

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Looking for a meaningful role where your skills can truly make a difference? Join us at Goodwill Industries of Greater Nebraska Inc. as a Grant Writer! As part of our team, you'll help secure vital funding for our impactful programs, empowering individuals and transforming communities. Based in Grand Island, NE. Full time Apply now at: https://lnkd.in/dDtueRe...