Goodwill of Orange County is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals achieve their fullest potential through personalized support, work experience, and career development. Each year, they serve over 20,000 people, including veterans, youth, and individuals with disabilities, providing services such as 1:1 job coaching, career planning, and introductions to local employers. Their mission is powered by community donations and purchases, with more than 94 cents of every dollar spent directly funding workforce development programs.
Services offered:
- Positive Behavioral Alternatives
- Project SEARCH
- Paid Internship Program
- Assistive Technology Exchange Center (ATEC)
- Deaf Services Independent Living Skills
- Supported Employment
- Deaf Resources
- Community-Based Services
- Employment First, Student Services Work Experience
- Work Adjustment
- Ticket to Work
- Employment WORKS
- Direct Placement
- LifeLaunch: Grow Opportunities