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Goodwill Opens Job Connection Career Center to Aid Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts

Career Centers in Augusta and Grovetown to Offer Essential Recovery Resources and Assistance

Augusta and Grovetown, GA – October 2, 2024 – On October 3, Goodwill of Middle Georgia and the CSRA will open its Grovetown Job Connection Career Center and a “Pop-Up Career Center” at the Goodwill on Wrightsboro Road, offering critical support and resources to those affected by Hurricane Helene.

Both centers will operate from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and provide a range of services to help individuals and families recover, including FEMA application assistance, SNAP benefits guidance, and access to essential community resources.

Both the Grovetown Career Center and the Wrightsboro Road “Pop-Up Career Center” will provide:

  • Goodwill Staff on hand to help you navigate the FEMA Application Process
  • Guidance on SNAP Food Replacement Forms
  • Access to internet for insurance claims, etc.
  • Information on local community resources

Additionally, the Grovetown location will provide access to internet, Wi-Fi, and a printer/copier for those needing to submit applications and important documents.

To further support the community, First Step Staffing will distribute bottled water at the Wrightsboro Road Pop-Up Career Center, ensuring that basic supplies are readily available during the recovery period.

“Goodwill is deeply committed to helping our community recover and rebuild after the devastation of Hurricane Helene,” said Leah Pontani, Senior Vice President for Career Development. “We are grateful to Georgia Power and local agencies for restoring power to our Goodwill stores and Career Centers, allowing us to offer vital support such as access to FEMA applications, SNAP benefits, and local resources.”

Event Details:

  • Date: October 3, 2024
  • Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
  • Locations:
    • Goodwill Grovetown Job Connection: 4019 Gateway Blvd, Grovetown, GA 30813
    • Wrightsboro Road Pop-Up Career Center at Goodwill Store: 3362 Wrightsboro Rd, Augusta, GA 30909

These resources are free and open to the public. Goodwill staff will be on hand to assist at both locations. All community members impacted by the hurricane are encouraged to visit either location for support.

For more information, please contact:
Leah M. Pontani, MBA
Senior Vice President of Career Development
lpontani@goodwillworks.org – best contact while power and cell services are down
www.goodwillworks.org