last mile to work eliminating the transportation barrier
Health equipment loan program The Health Equipment Loan Program (HELP) at Goodwill Industries of Arkansas provides access to health equipment for Arkansans in need. Available on a first-come, first-serve basis, the program de - pends on community donations. Interested individuals can visit their local Goodwill store to complete a HELP request form and check equipment availability.
LAST MILE TO WORK VIDEO
At Goodwill Industries of Arkansas, we believe transportation shouldn’t stand in the way of a fresh start. For many job seekers, reliable transportation is one of the biggest barriers to employment. That’s why we offer Last Mile to Work—a program designed to help individuals overcome these challenges and stay on track toward their career goals.
career services spotlight: Annette’s journey
Through Last Mile to Work, eligible employees receive re- furbished, like-new bicycles, along with a helmet and safety instructions, providing them with a reliable, cost-free way to get to work. This support helps ensure participants can show up consistently and confidently—opening the door to long- term success. When someone is ready to work but lacks the means to get there, this program helps fill that gap, removing a key obstacle on the path to financial independence and stability. Through initiatives like Last Mile to Work, Goodwill continues its mission of changing lives through education, training and employment. Donations and purchases help fund these vital services, making it possible for more Arkansans to achieve meaningful employment and a brighter future.
When Annette Vanhoven walked into a Goodwill Career Center in New- port, she was looking for a job—what she found was a future. With the support of Career Nav- igator Lori Malone, An- nette built her resume,
ANNETTE VANOVEN VIDEO
sharpened her interview skills, and landed a full-time role at Good- will. Now a keyholder and safety ambassador at our Paragould store, Annette has spent 10 years growing her career. Her dedication even included a remarkable seven-year stretch without missing a day of work. “You can do anything you set your mind to and succeed in life,” Annette says—and she’s living proof.
learn more at goodwillar.org/CAREER-SERVICES
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