News & Social Media

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

GIENC® launches Rotary Club to serve communities through ‘Service Above Self’

Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina (GIENC®) has launched a new Rotary Club chapter, with a Rotary Service Challenge to mitigate food insecurity.

Saturday, March 29, 2025

GIENC® Generously Donates $1,600 in Food Vouchers to Support the Town of Hope Mills Dignity Closet: Toiletry Chest Initiative

GIENC donates $1,600 in Food Lion vouchers to support Hope Mills' efforts helping families in need within the Cumberland County area.

Monday, December 23, 2024

Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina (GIENC®) Surprises Community with Holiday Shoppe

Last week’s event provided a “joyful shopping experience” for the children S.W.Snowden Elementary, their parents, and siblings … at no cost.

Friday, October 11, 2024

Hurricane Helene Emergency Relief

GIENC® has disbursed over $200,000 in emergency grants and food vouchers to provide relief to those areas devastated by Hurricane Helene.

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina, Inc. (GIENC®) Partners with Inter-Faith Food Shuttle (IFFS) to Provide Workforce Development Training

GIENC and Inter-Faith Food Shuttle will provide funding and workforce development opportunities for the organization’s Culinary Apprenticeship Program.

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina, Inc. (GIENC®) to Partner with Croasdaile Country Club for Food Drive

Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina partners with Croasdaile Country Club to collect non-perishable food for those experiencing food insecurity in the community.

Friday, July 12, 2024

Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina, Inc. (GIENC®) to Host Community Outreach Event

GIENC, Baptists on Mission, and Ripe Revival team up to provide free medical screenings, dental care, legal aid, food packages, and STEAM education to Goldsboro residents.

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina, Inc. (GIENC®) Launches Mobile STEAM Lab

GIENC® has launched a mobile STEAM lab that will provide young learners with greater access to educational resources.

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Gov. Cooper Proclaims May 7, 2024 in Recognition of the 60th Anniversary of GIENC®

Governor Roy Cooper has officially proclaimed May 7, 2024 as a day to recognize the 60th anniversary of GIENC.

Thursday, April 18, 2024

Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina, Inc. Generously Donates $2,000 in Food Vouchers to Support the Town of Hope Mills Produce Distribution Initiative

GIENC® has donated $2,000 in food vouchers to the Town of Hope Mills to support the ongoing efforts of the Hope Mills produce distribution initiative.

Monday, April 15, 2024

SAU Receives $10,550 from Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina to Support Campus Community

GIENC® has donated $10,550 in food vouchers to Saint Augustine’s University to bolster faculty, staff, and student resources.

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

The NC Human Trafficking Prevention Conference by NC Demand Reduction, May 1-2

Sponsored by GIENC®, the conference will be held at the McKimmon Center at 1101 Gorman St, Raleigh NC. Complimentary registration is due by April 24th.

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

GIENC® Continues Its Philanthropic Activities by Awarding $1 Million to Local and Regional Community Partners

GIENC has announced it will award $1 million in grants this year to 38 tax-exempt organizations serving communities throughout its 51-county service territory.

Thursday, August 17, 2023

GIENC® Recognizing National Thrift Shop Day

GIENC is excited to celebrate National Thrift Shop Day and National Nonprofit Day on August 17.

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina (GIENC®) Partners with Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central North Carolina to Support Summer Meals Program

GIENC® has partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central North Carolina to help fund its 2023 Summer Meals Program.

Friday, April 28, 2023

The Boys and Girls Club of North Central North Carolina is partnering with GIENC® to provide STEAM Education

The Boys and Girls Club of North Central North Carolina is partnering with GIENC® to provide STEAM Education within after-school programs in Eastern North Carolina.

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

RushHour Karting Fundraiser!

GIENC is happy to be a part of a fundraiser at RushHour Karting! Stop by to have fun and support the work we do in the community!

Thursday, April 6, 2023

GIENC® earns CARF Accreditation in the category of Employee Development Services

GIENC® was issued accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) for its Accelerated Career Training Program serving adults and families.

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

GIENC® hosts Workforce Development Program at SHIP Community Outreach in Raleigh, NC

Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina, Inc. (GIENC®) is partnering with the SHIP Community Outreach to provide career training opportunities for job seekers in Raleigh, NC.

Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Innis Maggiore Named Agency of Record by Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina (GIENC®)

Innis Maggiore, the nation’s leading positioning ad agency, today announced it’s been named agency of record for Durham, N.C.-based Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina, Inc. (GIENC®) and will assist the organization in communicating its mission.

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Brue’s for a Cause Fundraiser

GIENC is thrilled to be a part of a fundraiser at Sophie’s Bar and Grill to support Shield NC’s efforts to end human trafficking.

Monday, March 27, 2023

GIENC Locates New Property

Pickett Sprouse Commercial Real Estate is pleased to announce that it recently assisted Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina (GIENC) with locating property for its corporate offices.

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Accelerated Career Training

GIENC is proud to offer workforce development training through our community partnerships.