A message from our President & CEO, Karla Grazier
I am delighted to share our Impact Report with you, in which we share the stories of remarkable Coloradans whose lives were transformed for the better through Goodwill. We are also honored to detail the progress that we’ve made together around our sustainability and recycling efforts thanks to your generous donations. Our commitment to Colorado’s people and our environment is more than a strategy; it’s a promise to the communities we serve.
This Impact Report doesn’t just reflect achievements, it also illustrates our commitment to our mission, made possible by our passionate team members, the generous support of our communities and the courage and resilience of the individuals we serve.
As we look to the future, we remain steadfast in our pursuit of sustainability for individuals, families and our environment…
Karla Grazier
President & CEO

OUR SUSTAINABLE IMPACT
We’re creating
a movement.
See how your Goodwill has contributed to making a difference in strengthening our communities and protecting our planet.
Empowering Coloradans and preserving our planet.
Over the last decade, we have empowered more than 1 million Coloradans to live with greater independence and received, recycled or repurposed nearly 1.4 billion pounds of donated items — see how!
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OUR PEOPLE
Paving the way for brighter futures.
Your support creates meaningful change in Colorado communities, including 127,287 individuals who received Education & Training, Job Placement or Community Program support in 2022 alone.
Helping transform Coloradans’ lives.
Jason’s Career Switch
Doors opened for Jason when he transitioned from 20 years in construction, which exacted a demanding toll on his body, to a new career in IT after completing Goodwill’s LIFT program.
Melissa’s Wake-Up Call
After becoming a young single mom and exploring a life of partying, Melissa got a wake-up call: a serious car accident and the threat of losing custody of her son. Goodwill offered her a job with a bright future.
Tammy Nixon
Tammy has been a part of the Goodwill family for over 15 years. In 2020, her life took a tragic and unexpected turn and she found herself facing challenges returning to the workforce. With the help and support from Goodwill, her family and friends, she was able to cast aside her previous struggles and insecurities.
Jason’s Career Switch
Doors opened for Jason when he transitioned from 20 years in construction, which exacted a demanding toll on his body, to a new career in IT after completing Goodwill’s LIFT program.
Melissa’s Wake-Up Call
After becoming a young single mom and exploring a life of partying, Melissa got a wake-up call: a serious car accident and the threat of losing custody of her son. Goodwill offered her a job with a bright future.
Tammy Nixon
Tammy has been a part of the Goodwill family for over 15 years. In 2020, her life took a tragic and unexpected turn and she found herself facing challenges returning to the workforce. With the help and support from Goodwill, her family and friends, she was able to cast aside her previous struggles and insecurities.
Jason’s Career Switch
Doors opened for Jason when he transitioned from 20 years in construction, which exacted a demanding toll on his body, to a new career in IT after completing Goodwill’s LIFT program.
Melissa’s Wake-Up Call
After becoming a young single mom and exploring a life of partying, Melissa got a wake-up call: a serious car accident and the threat of losing custody of her son. Goodwill offered her a job with a bright future.
Tammy Nixon
Tammy has been a part of the Goodwill family for over 15 years. In 2020, her life took a tragic and unexpected turn and she found herself facing challenges returning to the workforce. With the help and support from Goodwill, her family and friends, she was able to cast aside her previous struggles and insecurities.
OUR NUMBERS
See how we operate.
Goodwill of Colorado’s focus on stewardship and transparency has earned us the Candid Platinum Seal, awarded to fewer than one percent of nonprofits nationwide.
2022 Revenue
Sale of donated goods
$140,076 - 76%
Includes revenue from stores, ecommerce, recycling and salvage
WDCP FEE REVENUE
$17,804 - 10%
Contract revenue
$13,691 - 7%
Other income
$8,389 - 5%
Contributions
$3,286 - 2%
2022 Expenses
Programs
$142,532 - 91%
General & Administration
$13,110 - 8%
Fundraising
$1,178 - 1%