It’s called the season of giving, but what if you could give twice with one gift?
When you purchase holiday gifts from Goodwill Central Coast, you’re buying gifts for loved ones, but you’re also making it possible for someone in your community to find life-altering employment. That is because GCC funds its job training services through the items that it sells in its stores and online.
Believe it or not, the shopping season is already in full swing, and department store lines lead to long waits and longer faces. What’s more, prices are higher with inflation, despite the sales and deals being advertised. Holiday shopping can be stressful, especially when you’re shopping for multiple people. It can be exhausting to go from store to store looking for the perfect gift.
However, there is a place that offers something special for everyone — at a fraction of retail prices. You see where we’re heading with this, right?
Spread holiday cheer even further
When you shop at one of GCC’s 16 stores across three counties, you can not only find meaningful gifts that the whole family will love, but you’re spreading the holiday cheer even further, with all proceeds going back to the Goodwill mission of supporting job training and resources for people in your community. The top of your holiday list should be shopping at Goodwill and donating pre-loved items for others to enjoy, too!
Find unique gifts and much more
At Goodwill, holiday shopping is not just a task; it’s an experience filled with delightful discoveries. Each aisle is a treasure trove of unique gifts for your loved ones. From vintage toys that bring nostalgia to stylish clothes that make a statement, our shelves are stocked with items that are as special as the people you’re shopping for. Here are some ideas on gifts you could easily find along our aisles:
- Toys and games: If you have children on your shopping list you should be shopping at Goodwill. You could find nearly everything imaginable, including a number of items donated in their original packaging. We offer a large selection of board games and puzzles, most in like-new condition, and our shelves have held many brain-teaser games. Dolls, cars and action figures are frequently donated. Remember, don’t shy away from vintage games and toys. Introducing a child to something that was special to you during your youth is a gift that keeps giving! If you are looking for something specific head to our online store at www.shopgoodwill.com.
- DIY it: With a little imagination (or some assistance from a Goodwill associate), you can come up with a unique gift from the heart. Is your friend into a specific band or sports team? Head to our stores and buy printed T-shirts to cut up and sew into a blanket. Or print out some memorable photos of the two of you and create a collage that would look great in an ornate frame from Goodwill. Or head to that fountain of inspiration at Pinterest and try one of these specific Goodwill DIY projects!
- Gently used to brand-spanking new: Often people buy things in the wrong size or change their mind after making a purchase. And what do they do with something they don’t want or can’t use? They donate it to us! Walk through any of our retail stores and you’re bound to find a variety of donated items either still in their original boxes or with their original tags. You can either share where you found this treasure, or keep it a secret if you prefer. Also, new parents tend to receive a lot of infant clothing and sometimes it is just too much for them to sort through it all, or perhaps the baby grew too fast to ever wear it. Some of those items, new with tags, are donated and they are a huge bargain for families wanting to stretch their dollar further. While some designer clothing and higher-end merchandise can still be found in our retail stores, if you are looking for something specific, be sure to check our online store at www.shopgoodwill.com.
In the end, if a gift comes from the heart it’s absolutely perfect. This holiday season, you can make a difference with every purchase in your support of GCC’s mission to create job opportunities and make a positive impact in our community.
