Spreading Good Will 2026

Spreading Good Will 2026 Just a woman walking by faith, learning as I go. Grateful for growth, second chances, and the beauty of purpose-filled days.

Here to share hope, encouragement, and a little light.

What’s the FIRST thing you look for when you walk into a thrift store? Drop it in the comments. I love seeing what catch...
01/03/2026

What’s the FIRST thing you look for when you walk into a thrift store? Drop it in the comments. I love seeing what catches everyone’s eye!

Rev. Edgar J. Helms — the heart behind GoodwillEdgar J. Helms was a Methodist minister, social reformer, and visionary w...
12/26/2025

Rev. Edgar J. Helms — the heart behind Goodwill

Edgar J. Helms was a Methodist minister, social reformer, and visionary who believed faith should be lived out through action, not just words.

✝️ His calling

In the early 1900's, Rev. Helms was serving immigrant and low-income families in Boston. What he saw broke his heart:

People wanted to work.

They wanted dignity.

They didn’t want charity alone, they wanted purpose.

So he asked a bold question for his time:

What if helping people meant helping them help themselves?

12/26/2025

Did you know Goodwill was built on faith?

In 1902, in Boston, a pastor saw a need and chose compassion over convenience.
Instead of giving handouts, he offered work.
Instead of charity alone, he offered dignity.

Donated goods were repaired.
People were trained.
Lives were restored, one opportunity at a time.

That simple, faith-filled idea became what we now know as Goodwill Industries International.

More than a century later, the mission is still the same:
purpose through work, hope through opportunity, love in action.

Every donation tells a story.
Every purchase helps someone rise.
And every visit is a reminder that God can do great things with humble beginnings. 💙

Never underestimate what God can build from one willing heart.

12/26/2025

How many people worked for the original Goodwill?

When Goodwill Industries International began in Boston in 1902, it was very small.

The original operation employed roughly 10–20 people

Most workers were:

Unemployed men and women

Immigrants

Individuals struggling to get back on their feet

They were paid to:

Sort donated goods

Repair clothing and household items

Prepare items for resale

This wasn’t a “store” yet. It was more like a faith-driven workshop focused on restoring dignity through work.

What did the first Goodwill look like? It didn’t look like today’s Goodwill stores at all:🏠 Small rooms or church baseme...
12/26/2025

What did the first Goodwill look like?

It didn’t look like today’s Goodwill stores at all:

🏠 Small rooms or church basements, not retail stores

🧺 Donated clothing and household goods were sorted, cleaned, and repaired

🧵 People in need were paid to mend and refurbish items

🚚 Items were often collected using horse-drawn wagons

♻️ The refurbished goods were then resold at very low cost

It was part workshop, part mission, part community lifeline.

12/26/2025

The very first Goodwill began in Boston, Massachusetts in 1902, founded by Rev. Edgar J. Helms, a Methodist minister.

Instead of charity handouts, his idea was simple but powerful: give people work, skills, and dignity.

12/26/2025

Welcome!

I’m so glad you’re here. This page was created as a place to celebrate creativity, kindness, and community through thoughtfully styled shelves and seasonal endcaps.

Every display is part of a journey, one shaped by gratitude, purpose, and faith in God’s timing. I believe there’s beauty in everyday moments and joy in creating with intention, and this space is meant to reflect that.

Whether you’re stopping by for inspiration, encouragement, or simply something pleasant to enjoy, you are truly welcome here. Thank you for being part of this journey with me.

Comment below: What brings you joy or gratitude lately?

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