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That vehicle sitting in your driveway could help someone in Northeast Tennessee or Southwest Virginia take an important step toward employment. Goodwill Industries of Tenneva Area has spent more than 50 years helping individuals overcome barriers to work through job training, employment placement, and support services.
When you donate a car, truck, SUV, RV, or boat through Goodwill Car Donations, the proceeds fund programs that connect local residents with opportunities to gain skills, find jobs, and build greater independence throughout the Tenneva region.
About Goodwill Industries of Tenneva Area, Inc.
Founded in 1972 in Scott County, Virginia, Goodwill Industries of Tenneva Area serves communities throughout Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. The organization relocated its headquarters to Kingsport, Tennessee, in 1994 and continues to provide employment-focused services throughout the region.
Goodwill Tenneva’s mission centers on helping individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment achieve greater independence and self-esteem through job training, career development, and workforce support programs. Today, the organization operates retail stores, donation centers, and employment service programs that fund and sustain its mission throughout the communities it serves.
How Your Car Donation Helps
Vehicle donation proceeds support employment programs that directly serve residents across the Tenneva area. Goodwill Tenneva offers Community Employment Services that assist individuals with disabilities and other barriers in finding and maintaining competitive employment. The organization also operates the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), which helps older adults develop skills and gain work experience that can lead to long-term employment opportunities.
In addition, Goodwill provides volunteer and community engagement opportunities that help participants build confidence, strengthen workplace skills, and become more connected to their communities. Every donated vehicle funds these local programs and the individuals who rely on them.
Why Donate Through Goodwill Car Donations
Donating your vehicle to Goodwill Industries of Tenneva Area, Inc. through Goodwill Car Donations is fast, free, and hassle-free. We arrange free pickup and towing at a time and place convenient for you, whether your vehicle is running or non-running. Once your vehicle is sold, proceeds go directly to support Goodwill Industries of Tenneva Area, Inc. and the programs they provide to your community. You’ll also receive an IRS tax-deductible receipt, making your generosity rewarding in more ways than one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my car donation help people in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia?
Yes. Vehicle donation proceeds generated through this page support Goodwill Industries of Tenneva Area, Inc. and the employment services it provides throughout Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.
What employment programs does Goodwill Tenneva Area offer?
Goodwill Tenneva provides Community Employment Services that help individuals with disabilities and other barriers prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment. The organization also operates the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), which helps older adults gain job skills and work experience.
Can I donate a non-running vehicle in the Tenneva area?
Yes. Goodwill Car Donations accepts many vehicles in both running and non-running condition. Free pickup and towing are available in most situations, regardless of the vehicle’s condition.