South Carolina H 5151: Goodwill Industries

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2025-2026 Bill 5151 Text of Previous Version (Feb. 11, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 5151

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A house RESOLUTION

To recognize and honor the economic 
impact, workforce contributions, and community service of Goodwill industries 
in South Carolina and to commend its role in strengthening the state's economy 
through the power of work.

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives 
are pleased to recognize the significant and measurable contributions of 
Goodwill Industries in South Carolina, including Palmetto Goodwill and Goodwill 
Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina, which together operate as a 
mission-driven social enterprise serving communities across the State; and

Whereas, according to an independent economic impact study conducted 
by the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina, 
Goodwill Industries contributed an estimated 638 million dollars to South 
Carolina's economy in 2024, reflecting its far-reaching influence on job 
creation, workforce participation, and community investment; and

Whereas, Goodwill's operations support approximately 15,000 jobs 
across South Carolina that would not otherwise exist, demonstrating the 
organization's critical role in sustaining employment and strengthening the 
state's labor force during a period of continued workforce shortages; and

Whereas, in 2024 alone, Goodwill delivered career and employment 
services to more than 23,000 South Carolinians, helping individuals enter or 
re-enter the workforce and equipping them with the skills and credentials 
necessary to achieve long-term economic stability; and 

Whereas, these efforts resulted in more than 10,000 individuals being 
placed into employment in 2024, with an average starting wage of sixteen dollars 
and fifty cents per hour, contributing to higher household earnings and reduced 
reliance on public assistance; and 

Whereas, since 2017, Goodwill has served approximately 250,000 South 
Carolinians, including working-age adults, young people entering the workforce, 
older adults, veterans and military family members, individuals with 
disabilities, and justice-involved individuals, ensuring access to opportunity 
for populations often facing barriers to employment; and

Whereas, through its network of retail stores, donation centers, and 
career and training centers across the State, Goodwill delivers day-to-day 
benefits that extend beyond retail operations to include workforce development, 
education assistance, increased community spending, and long-term economic 
growth; and 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives 
commend Goodwill Industries for advancing the dignity of work, strengthening 
communities, and serving as a trusted partner in building a resilient and 
inclusive state economy. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of 
Representatives:

That the members of the South Carolina House 
of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor the 
outstanding economic impact, workforce leadership, and community service of 
Goodwill Industries in South Carolina and commend its continued commitment to 
transforming lives through the power of work.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to 
the leadership of Palmetto Goodwill and Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands 
South Carolina.

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