Goodwill of North Georgia has been a leading non-profit organization in North Georgia since 1925. The company distributes gently used items from its stores to support the operations of its career centers and skill training programs. Each year, the donations help divert over 45 million pounds from local landfills and place another 42 million items in circulation through the company's 71 retail stores. The revenue generated from these donations goes back into the community, funding job training and employment programs that have helped thousands of North Georgians find meaningful employment. Goodwill partners with salvage vendors to resell items that don't sell in stores, and recycle materials that can't be reused for items that can be reused. The organization's mission is to extend the life of every donation and reduce waste wherever they can.