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Our Mission
To provide vocational opportunities to people with disabilities as well as others with barriers to employment.
Areas Served
ORThat unused vehicle in your driveway could help someone in Oregon or Southwest Washington gain the skills, training, and support needed to find meaningful employment. Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette provides vocational opportunities for people with disabilities and others facing barriers to work, helping individuals move toward greater independence and financial stability. When you donate a car, truck, SUV, RV, or boat through Goodwill Car Donations, the proceeds support programs that connect local job seekers with career resources and employment opportunities throughout the region.
About Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette
Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette serves communities throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington, operating retail stores, donation centers, and employment-focused programs that support individuals working toward economic independence. The organization’s mission centers on creating vocational opportunities for people with disabilities and others who face barriers to employment. Beyond its retail operations, Goodwill provides workforce development programs, career training, employment assistance, and educational resources designed to help participants achieve their goals. Through a combination of job readiness services and hands-on support, Goodwill Columbia Willamette helps community members prepare for, secure, and maintain employment.
How Your Car Donation Helps
Vehicle donation proceeds fund programs that provide direct employment support throughout the Columbia Willamette region. Through Goodwill’s Job Connection program, job seekers can access resume and cover letter assistance, personalized job referrals, skills assessments, job fairs, and employer networking opportunities. The organization also operates Career Centers that offer computer training, Microsoft Office instruction, Google Workspace training, and professional development resources. In addition, Goodwill provides free English as a Second Language (ESL) and citizenship preparation classes that help participants strengthen workplace communication skills and expand employment opportunities. Every donated vehicle sustains these services and makes them available to more people throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Why Donate Through Goodwill Car Donations
Donating your vehicle to Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette 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 the Columbia Willamette 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 Oregon and Southwest Washington?
Yes. Proceeds generated through this page support Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette and fund employment, training, and career development services throughout the communities the organization serves in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
What employment services does Goodwill Columbia Willamette provide?
Goodwill offers job search assistance, resume support, career counseling, skills assessments, job fairs, computer training, ESL classes, and other workforce development programs that help individuals prepare for and secure employment.
Can I donate a vehicle that doesn’t run in Oregon or Washington?
Yes. Goodwill Car Donations accepts many vehicles in both running and non-running condition. Free pickup and towing are available in most situations, making it easy to donate a vehicle you no longer need.