Goodwill of Central IL

Goodwill Industries of Central Illinois is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1934 that runs thrift stores and uses the proceeds to fund job and life skills training and employment services. The organization serves 21 counties in Central Illinois and reports more than 400 employees. Its programs include Employment Services, eLearning, Youth Services, Veterans' Services, and a veterans' home in Peoria.

Donations of goods are accepted at stores and attended donation centers across the region, and the stores sell donated items to the public. Employment Services Centers operate in Peoria, Galesburg and Pekin. The main office and a Washington store are at 301 N. Cummings Lane in Washington, Illinois.