Empowering Futures Together: KSBBBS + Goodwill

WINFIELD, Kan. – Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters (KSBBBS) and Goodwill Industries of Kansas (GWKS) are partnering this April for Volunteer Recognition Month. The effort will generate support, awareness and funds for mentoring in Cowley County.

“Every donation to Goodwill gives items a second life, and helps eliminate barriers for Kansans seeking opportunities through education, training, and employment,” said Laura Ritterbush, Goodwill Industries of Kansas President and CEO. “Through this partnership, donations made to the Winfield Goodwill in April will also support the important work being done by our friends at Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters.”

For every pound of donated clothing, shoes, and household items, Goodwill will contribute 10 cents to KSBBBS.

Donations can be made at the Winfield Goodwill store during normal business hours at 1908 E 9^th Ave. Additional donation locations are located at the Arkansas City Chamber of Commerce and the Wellington Chamber of Commerce.

“This is another way that people who are already donating to Goodwill can support youth in Cowley County by mentioning KSBBBS when they drop off,” said Debi Clark, KSBBBS Area Manager.

Learn more about KSBBBS and their mission at kansasbigs.org. Learn more about GWKS and their mission at goodwillks.org.

Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters (KSBBBS) is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization focused on serving youth ages 5 through 25 facing adversity with a one-to-one professionally supported mentoring relationship. For more information about KSBBBS, visit www.kansasbigs.org or call 316.263.3300.

 
As a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, Goodwill Industries of Kansas (GWKS) believes in the power of work to change lives. GWKS gives Kansans with disabilities and employment barriers the tools to build brighter futures for themselves and their families. Through employment, education, and training we champion the promise of what’s possible for every person in our Kansas communities. In addition, adults work toward their high school diploma and other certificate programs through NexStep Alliance, a partnership between Goodwill and WSU Tech. In 2025, Goodwill provided over 18,000 services to Kansans. These programs are supported by 20 retail stores in Kansas along with an e-commerce platform: shopgoodwill.com/ks.