Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina

A donated car in Greenville or Columbia can help someone land one of the 6,260 jobs Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina placed people into last year. When you donate through Goodwill Car Donations, the proceeds go directly to Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina, funding the programs it provides across the region.

Whether your vehicle is running or not, your donation connects people with career services, workforce training, certification programs, and employment opportunities that strengthen families and communities. Your generosity supports pathways toward long-term economic independence and success.

About Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina serves communities throughout the Upstate and Midlands regions by providing education, workforce development, career training, and employment services. As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 57-0314140), the organization reinvests revenue from donated goods into programs that strengthen local communities. Programs and services include career coaching, job placement assistance, industry-recognized certification training, employment readiness programs, hiring events, and educational opportunities that prepare individuals for long-term success in the workforce. Through these initiatives, Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina strengthens local communities by connecting people with the resources and support they need to achieve greater financial stability and economic independence.

How Your Car Donation Helps

Vehicle donation proceeds fund employment, education, and workforce development programs throughout South Carolina. According to Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina’s 2024/2025 Impact Report, the organization helped 14,597 people in their employment search and placed 6,260 individuals into employment.

The organization reported that 97% of training program participants were placed into competitive employment, while 95% of enrollees earned an industry-specific certification. Participants secured jobs with an average hourly wage of $16.16. Goodwill also hosted 528 job fairs and hiring events and generated more than $118 million in economic impact for local communities.

When you donate a vehicle, you support workforce development programs, job training opportunities, career services, and educational initiatives that create pathways to employment and economic mobility across South Carolina.

Why Donate Through Goodwill Car Donations

Donating your vehicle to Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina 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 Upstate/Midlands South Carolina 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.

FAQs

Does my car donation help people in South Carolina?

Yes. Proceeds from donated vehicles go directly to Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina, funding employment services, education programs, and workforce development initiatives throughout the Upstate and Midlands regions.

Can I donate a vehicle that no longer runs?

Yes. Goodwill Car Donations accepts many vehicles in both running and non-running condition. Free towing is included in most situations, even if your vehicle no longer runs.

What programs are supported by vehicle donation proceeds?

Vehicle donation proceeds support career coaching, job placement services, workforce training programs, industry certification opportunities, employment readiness services, hiring events, and other educational initiatives that help individuals prepare for and secure employment.