Goodwill Industries of Northern Michigan Organizes 5k Walk/Run for Shelter

Goodwill Industries of Northern Michigan started as Asgard Enterprises in 1972. In 1986, Asgard joined with Goodwill Industries International. From there, things really took off. Adapting the model used by other Goodwill Industries, donations of all types play a big role in helping the people of Northern Michigan.

Whether it’s an older wardrobe, a set of furniture, or even a used car, donations are used in many ways to help people. For one, the items are made available for sale at a discounted rate. This helps families and individuals all over the country. Also, though, the money from the sale of the donated items is used to fund programs to help the community. This cycle of helping has allowed Goodwill Industries to change the lives of a lot of people.

In April of 2009, Goodwill Industries of Northern Michigan is sponsoring a “Run for Shelter” 5k family friendly run/walk event. The Run for Shelter will take place on April 18, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. in Traverse City, Michigan. Runners of all types are welcome. Events like this show how an organization like Goodwill Industries of Northern Michigan can bring people together to help others. Homelessness is a problem all over the country.

If you have a second car that you’re thinking about selling or giving away, consider donating your vehicle to Goodwill Industries instead. Working with a company like Charity Dispatch, you can donate your car to the location of your choice. While a “Walk/Run” is a good way to help raise money to help people, giving people transportation can also go a long way in making them successful in life. Whether the car is sold cheaply to someone who needs it or sold at auction to raise cash to help people in other ways, donating a car can help augment events like the Run for Shelter.

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