Goodwill Southern Los Angeles County

Empower the Community. Transform Lives. With Your Help.

Goodwill Southern Los Angeles County is dedicated to providing life-changing opportunities for individuals facing barriers to employment. By donating, you’re not just giving — you’re creating brighter futures and sustainable communities.

What Your Donation Supports

When you donate to Goodwill Southern LA County, you help us deliver programs and services that make a real impact:

• Workforce Development: Connecting individuals to meaningful, family-sustaining jobs.
• Job Training: Providing hands-on training for robust careers in fields that need skilled workers.
• Environmental Initiatives: Every donation helps us divert millions of pounds from landfills, creating a healthier planet while supporting those in need.

Our Workforce Development Programs

At Goodwill SOLAC, we believe in building pathways to self-sufficiency. Our workforce programs offer targeted training and career services to meet the needs of our diverse community.

Industry-Specific Training

• Certified Nurse Assistant (C.N.A.) – For adults and high school students
• Security Guard Officer Training

Free Career and Digital Literacy Services

• FREE Computer Skills Training
• Career Services and Job Placement Assistance - Now available at our new Career Centers in Long Beach and Carson.

Community Partnerships

We proudly collaborate with local agencies to reach underserved populations:

• City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services
  • Multi-Service Center: Job placement services for individuals experiencing homelessness
  • Fundamentals of Fatherhood: Employment preparation and placement for fathers enrolled in parenting skills training
• California Department of Rehabilitation & Harbor Regional Center
  • Supported Employment Program: Inclusive job opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities