2019 Family Strengthening Award Honoree April Garcia
April has overcome many obstacles including a learning disability, severe anxiety and the struggles of becoming a mother at a young age.... Read More
2019 Bright Future Award Honoree Alexandra Escobedo
At just 18 years old, Alexandra (Alé) struggled with homelessness and stopped attending high school. After making a connection with the Goodwill... Read More
2018 Inspiration Award Co-Honorees Donna Helfrich and Madisyn Higgins
Two remarkable women were honored with the Inspiration Award in 2018. Donna Helfrich and Madisyn Higgins were both told at different stages... Read More
2018 Opportunity Award Honoree Edward Smith
Edward came from an impoverished background, turned to criminal activity as a quick fix and was subsequently incarcerated. Upon his release, he... Read More
2018 Bright Future Award Honoree Talieyah Wise
Talieayh Wise is a student leader who excels in the classroom while silently enduring unimaginable heartbreak and tragedy. Without a stable home... Read More
2017 Family Strengthening Award Honoree Sylvia Johnson
Currently a recruiting coordinator in Goodwill’s Human Resources Department, Sylvia Johnson is a true inspiration to everyone she encounters. Sylvia has overcome... Read More
