GOODWILL TO HOST ''WEEK OF OPPORTUNITY'' JUNE 22-26
Community Invited to Build Skills, Explore Emerging Technologies, Connect with Employers, and Advance Reuse
WILMINGTON, Del. – June 9, 2026 – Goodwill of Delaware & Delaware County (Goodwill) will host a Week of Opportunity June 22-26, inviting community members to build skills, explore emerging technologies, connect with employers, support charitable giving, and advance reuse through a series of free events designed to help people prepare for the future of work.
The week will showcase the many ways Goodwill creates opportunity through workforce development, innovation, community engagement, and reuse, helping individuals prepare for what's next while strengthening families, building communities, and protecting the planet.
The Week of Opportunity will feature a job readiness event, an AI literacy workshop in celebration of #TogetherTuesday, a multi-employer hiring event, a National Upcycling Day electronics donation drive through Dell Reconnect, and digital programming focused on workforce development and future-ready skills.
"The world of work is changing rapidly, and Goodwill is committed to making sure the people we serve are prepared for what's next," said Colleen Morrone, President & CEO of Goodwill of Delaware & Delaware County. "The Week of Opportunity reflects the many ways we help people move forward, whether they're preparing for a job interview, learning new technology, connecting with employers, or supporting our mission through a donation. At Goodwill, we believe opportunity remains fundamentally human, and we're committed to helping people build the knowledge, confidence, and relationships they need to thrive in the jobs of today and tomorrow."
Monday, June 22
Prepare for Opportunity
Job seekers are invited to attend Prepare for Opportunity, a free job readiness event designed to help participants put their best foot forward ahead of Goodwill's multi-employer hiring event later in the week.
Attendees will have access to:
• Complimentary interview-ready clothing donated by Go Green Cleaners
• Resume support
• Mock interviews
• Guidance from Goodwill Career Navigators
The event will take place from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Goodwill Center, 300 E. Lea Blvd, Wilmington.
Tuesday, June 23
AI Made Simple: A Hands-On AI Literacy Workshop for Work, Life & Your Job Search
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Tuesday, June 23 | The Goodwill Center, 300 E. Lea Blvd, Wilmington.
June 23 is #TogetherTuesday, a national day of community action led by Giving Tuesday and Be The People that encourages people to come together to strengthen their communities through generosity, service, and connection.
In recognition of #TogetherTuesday, Goodwill will host AI Made Simple, a hands-on workshop led by Tariq Hook, Founder & CEO of The BrainTrust LLC.
Designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, career transitioners, and digitally comfortable learners, participants will gain practical experience using ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini while learning real- world applications for work, business, and career development. No coding or prior AI experience is required; however, participants should be comfortable using a computer, navigating websites, and working in browser-based applications.
Participants will leave with practical AI skills, reusable prompts, and tools they can immediately apply to their work, business, job search, and everyday life.
Admission is free with a donation of clothing, shoes, or household items to Goodwill. Donations collected at check-in will help fund Goodwill's workforce development programs.
Space is limited and registration is required: http://AIMadeSimpleatGoodwillDE.eventbrite.com.
Wednesday, June 24
Connect to Opportunity: Multi-Employer Hiring Event
Job seekers are invited to connect directly with employers and explore career opportunities at Goodwill's Connect to Opportunity Multi-Employer Hiring Event, held in conjunction with the Delaware Department of Labor.
Whether attendees are entering the workforce, seeking a career change, or looking for their next opportunity, the event will provide direct access to employers who are actively hiring.
The hiring event will take place on Wednesday, June 24, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Goodwill Center, 300 E. Lea Blvd., Wilmington, Delaware.
Wednesday, June 24
National Upcycling Day Electronics Donation Drive
National Upcycling Day celebrates creative reuse, finding new ways to extend the life of items instead of sending them to the landfill. In recognition of the day, Goodwill is encouraging community members throughout Delaware and Delaware County to donate unwanted computers,printers, monitors, and other electronics through Dell Reconnect, helping ensure technology can be reused or responsibly recycled.
Dell Reconnect is a free partnership between Dell Technologies and Goodwill that gives electronics a second life through secure, responsible reuse and recycling, making it a natural fit for a day focused on reducing waste and getting more value from the things we already have.
Electronics may be donated at any Goodwill donation center throughout Delaware and Delaware County. For locations and hours, visit GoodwillDE.org/Donate.
National Upcycling Day will also spotlight Goodwill's upcoming ReThink Fashion Show – the ECO Edit, which celebrates creativity, reuse, and sustainable fashion through one-of-a-kind runway designs created from donated goods. Learn more at GoodwillDE.org/EcoEdit.
Preparing for the Jobs of Today and Tomorrow
The Week of Opportunity will continue on June 25 and 26 with digital storytelling and educational content highlighting Goodwill's workforce development programs, employment opportunities, mission impact, and future-ready training resources available through the Opportunity Hub.
Featured resources will include Google AI Essentials, the Google AI Prompting Course, and the Google AI Professional Certificate, all designed to help individuals build practical digital and AI skills for an evolving workforce.
At Goodwill, we believe people—not technology—are at the center of opportunity. Through the Opportunity Hub and Opportunity Accelerator®, Goodwill helps individuals build the human, digital, and technical skills needed to thrive in the jobs of today and tomorrow.
For more information about the Week of Opportunity, visit GoodwillDE.org.
About Goodwill of Delaware & Delaware County
Goodwill of Delaware & Delaware County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for people facing barriers to self-sufficiency through the Power of Work! Through donated goods retail operations, workforce development programs, and community partnerships, Goodwill helps individuals reach their full potential, strengthen their families, and contribute to the economic and social growth of their communities.
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Media Contact:
Leah Williams
Goodwill of Delaware & Delaware County
302.504.3554 | Leah.Williams@GoodwillDE.org
