Goodwill Industries - Ottawa

10/17/2026

Stick to your school budget with our Saturday Student Discount! 📚

Every Saturday, students receive 10% off their entire purchase at all Goodwill Northern Illinois locations. Find affordable apparel, course materials, and everyday home items to support your routine!

10/16/2026

Decorating and finding the perfect costume is easy at Goodwill!🎃

Join Shannon and Mark as they talk spooky styles, incredible prices, and how easy it is to pull together a one-of-a-kind look from our racks.

10/15/2026

Everyone deserves the opportunity to shine at work.
This National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re proud to recognize Sara and Erik from our Crystal Lake Supported Employment Team. Whether they’re processing merchandise or preparing books for the sales floor, their dedication and hard work make a difference every day.
Join us in celebrating Sara and Erik and the talents, contributions, and value that individuals with disabilities bring to workplaces and communities.

10/14/2026

Nine decades of community, growth, and second chances! ⭐

We were recently featured for reaching our 90-year milestone! Head to the article to read all about our roots, our growth across northern Illinois, and how programs like The Excel Center continue to empower adult learners today!

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free e-newsletter ROCKFORD — Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois is marking 90 years of service in the community this year. The nonprofit's nine-decade anniversary comes after a year in which it served nearly 30,000 individuals and launched the Excel C...

10/13/2026

The color of the week is GREEN!💚
All items with green tags are 50% off this week. Stop by any Northern Illinois Goodwill this week and score some savings!

10/13/2026

Your future starts with one step.

If earning your GED has been on your mind, Goodwill Northern Illinois' FREE GoodGRADS Program is here to help. Designed for adults, GoodGRADS provides the support, resources, and encouragement you need to reach your educational goals, on a schedule that works for you.

Now available in Belvidere, McHenry, Ottawa, and Freeport!

What you'll receive:
Small, supportive classes
Personalized one-on-one instruction
Scholarships to cover GED testing costs
Encouragement and resources every step of the way

It's never too late to invest in yourself and your future.
Learn more or enroll today at www.goodwillni.org/educational-programs or call (815) 965-3795

10/12/2026

Celebrating 10 Years of Dedication and Impact!

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re celebrating Emily and Ashley, who are marking 10 years of service at Goodwill’s Ottawa store!

From sorting donations and pricing books to creating seasonal displays, their dedication, positivity, and hard work make a difference every day.

Emily and Ashley are shining examples of how inclusive workplaces create opportunities for individuals to grow, succeed, and thrive.

Please join us in congratulating them on this incredible milestone!

10/12/2026

Happy Military Monday! 🎖️ To say thank you for your service, active military and veterans get 15% off their entire purchase today.

Know a service member who could use a extra appreciation? Tag them below! ⬇️

10/07/2026

𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞!
Seniors 60+ get 𝟏𝟓% 𝐨𝐟𝐟 their entire purchase today (and every Wednesday).
Thank you for being such an important part of our community—we appreciate you!
Stop in and save today!