- Check out Goodwill's Latest Blog on 6 Sustainable Summer Ideas
August 21, 2024
Summer has arrived, bringing with it the perfect opportunity to update your wardrobe and home decor on a budget. Goodwill Industries of Southern New Jersey & Philadelphia is excited to share six sustainable summer ideas that are not only easy on the wallet but also contribute to job training programs and career services for those in need in the local community.
- Goodwill Announces Exciting Opportunity for Local Content Creators
August 21, 2024
Goodwill Industries of Southern New Jersey & Philadelphia has announced the Content Creator Program, an exciting opportunity for creative talents in the local community. They are on the lookout for passionate individuals who love shopping and donating to Goodwill, creating engaging content, and supporting Goodwill's larger mission.About Goodwill Industries of Southern New Jersey & PhiladelphiaGoodwill is widely recognized as a trusted place to donate unwanted items and thrift for unique finds. However, Goodwill is much more than that. As a nonprofit organization, the revenue generated from generous donations directly funds their job training programs and career services. These programs are designed to help individuals with disadvantages and disabilities overcome barriers to employment, ultimately empowering them to achieve independence through the power of work.Introducing the Goodwill Content Creator ProgramSelected content creators will receive a Goodwill gift card to create and share captivating content on social media. Participants are encouraged to post photos, carousels, stories, or videos tagging @GoodwillNJ across all social media platforms. Additionally, Goodwill will feature these posts on their social media accounts, giving recognition to the talented creators behind them.As Content Creator for Goodwill, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your unique style and creativity while spreading awareness about their mission. This program not only offers a platform to express your creativity but also contributes to a cause that makes a significant impact on the community as a whole.The MissionGoodwill believes in the transformative power of work. Their mission is to ensure that everyone, regardless of the challenges they face, has the opportunity to achieve independence and self-sufficiency. By supporting their job training programs and career services, Goodwill helps individuals with disadvantages and disabilities build better lives for themselves and their families.How to ApplyIf you are passionate about making a difference and want to join the Goodwill Content Creator Program, apply now! This is a unique opportunity to combine your love for the Goodwill organization with your creative talents, all while supporting a mission that changes lives.For more information and to apply, the application can be found here. If you're interested in making a material or financial contribution, contact Goodwill today.
- Shop with Purpose at Goodwill
April 25, 2024
Goodwill Industries of Southern New Jersey and Philadelphia invites the community to embrace a meaningful approach to shopping and donating, where every item exchanged has the power to transform lives. Through the simple acts of donating gently used items or choosing to shop at Goodwill, individuals contribute significantly to a cycle of positive impact that extends far beyond a standard transaction.
- Florida Beach Vow Renewals, Eloping in Florida & Destination Weddings and Receptions with Budget-Friendly Florida Beach Wedding Packages
April 09, 2024
There are many ways to mimic a traditional wedding at a beach wedding, and also some simple ways to make it unique as there are fewer restrictions. Assuming the beach is wide enough to accommodate different seating plans, the arrangement of the chairs is one way to veer away from tradition. In a traditional setting, families are encouraged to sit on opposite sides of the aisle away from each other. One of the aspects which couples appreciate most about choosing an alternate seating plan is the opportunity to allow family and friends to mix and mingle for the ceremony, without a barrier between them. Asking guests to "choose a seat, not a side" is a popular beach wedding sign that can be rented from Suncoast Weddings for the big day. The seating plan can be in a circle, a spiral, or a tailored and unique design. One couple who loved stargazing had just the right number of guests to set up chairs in the shape of The Big Dipper on each side on their sandy aisle. The team at Suncoast Weddings are always on hand to talk through options and ideas, having been the creative force behind beach wedding ceremonies ranging from an intimate elopement for the couple only to lavish ceremonies with upwards on one hundred guests. Suncoast Weddings are premier wedding planners based in Treasure Island on the west coast of Florida. They offer unlimited support from day one of the planning process, helping draft the plans and then finalize all the details, from the location and the time to the type of decor, the music to be played, the seating plan, reception details, and much more. They have a vendor list of local suppliers which is a particularly useful resource for couples planning their Florida beach wedding or Florida beach vow renewal from out of state. Another way to mimic the traditions but add a new twist is to serve a cupcake tower with a small top tier as a wedding cake. This allows the couple to cut the cake and get the all-important traditional photographs for the album while allowing guests to select their perfectly portioned piece of cake themselves.Florida beach wedding packages have been designed and can be found on the website. All of the packages can be tailored and customized to make them unique.
- Florida Beach Vow Renewals, Eloping in Florida & Destination Weddings and Receptions with Stylish Florida Beach Wedding Packages
April 02, 2024
Planning a Florida beach wedding or beach vow renewal is simplified when couples look to professional wedding planners who offer a range of packages. This can also be a good way to keep track of costs when trying to stay within a fixed budget. Unlike some other wedding planners who offer Florida beach wedding packages that cannot be customized, all of the packages from Suncoast Weddings can be tailored, allowing couples to create a unique experience rather than following a cookie-cutter runbook. Suncoast Weddings are premier wedding planners based on the west coast of Florida, based in Treasure Island. Popular local locations for beach weddings include St Pete Beach, Clearwater, Pass-a-Grille, and Madeira Beach. Indian Rocks Beach, Fort de Soto, and Treasure Island. Weddings can also be planned in a park setting, gardens, or local venues like yacht clubs.Offering inspiration for couples looking to say "I Do" or "we still do" in the sunshine state, a representative from Suncoast Weddings states: "Beach weddings are already non-traditional, so think outside the box when it comes to what is expected. It is your big day, so really the choices are endless. If the temperature is likely to be hot, that's another reason to consider a shorter dress. Many couples choose music for parts of their ceremony, and a tea-length dress may be easier to dance in. Certainly, if you plan on going into the surf, then a shorter hemline will help you in the waves and will protect the dress from the salty water. Don't be afraid to choose a gown that isn't the traditional ivory or white … although it is more common in vow renewals to wear a colorful gown, there are no rules for your beach wedding. There aren't many days that are veil-wearing days – so in our opinion, they are a stunning accessory on a magical day. There are so many photo opportunities and often they make the big day's outfit shift from great to sensational. If you are worried about the breeze, then consider the length of the veil and look into veil weights which are cheap to buy and will give a more predictable experience. Veil weights can be decorative as well as functional, adding an extra dimension to the bridal outfit. Florida beach wedding packages may be the starting point for couples looking to plan, but the dress is always going to be high on the 'to do' list. When planning a beach wedding, the lightweight fabric may not only be more comfortable, but it could add some natural movement as the breeze blows in from the Gulf of Mexico, making for whimsical and magical beach wedding snaps. An added bonus if you are having a destination wedding is that lightweight wedding dresses are easier to pack and less bulky."From a small and intimate elopement ceremony with just two people, to a grand and lavish beach wedding event, the team at Suncoast Weddings have the expertise and local contacts to make dreams come true.
- Florida Beach Vow Renewals, Eloping in Florida & Destination Weddings and Receptions with Florida Beach Wedding Packages
March 26, 2024
Planning a beach wedding or vow renewal can seem a daunting task, however, affordable Florida beach wedding packages from Suncoast Weddings help take the guesswork out of the planning process by allowing couples to bundle and save when compared to a ceremony where each individual element is selected separately. Suncoast Weddings are premier wedding planners based on Treasure Island on the west coast of Florida, and they are experts in arranging beach weddings and vow renewals for couples who are out of state or even outside of the USA. From a small intimate ceremony where only the couple attends to a larger ceremony for up to one hundred family and friends, there is a range of beach wedding packages that can also be purchased for a vow renewal. All of the packages can be tailored and customized so they are truly unique. Some couples like to weave in their favorite colors and there are many ways to do that, ranging from chiffon sash accents on the chairs to silk flowers in mason jars along the aisle or colored sand within the shells to be used in the unity sand ceremony.A representative from Suncoast Weddings explained more about one of their most popular packages - the Tropical package: "If you've set your heart on a four-post bamboo arch, decorated with your choice of accent color for the site where you pledge your love, the Tropical wedding package is the one for you. Accommodating guests and affording you the choice of any of our arches, the Tropical package is breathtaking in its timeless elegance. Browse through our site to see the multitude of choices, we have themes to inspire you or can create your own look and make it unique. Our Tropical Wedding Package combines some of our most requested items and services. This package includes: Professional wedding minister or officiate, Specialist wedding photographer, Online photo album, 75 photo images of your choice via Dropbox with printing rights, Ceremony music of your choice (Processional, Bridal, Recessional),Four-post bamboo arch draped in white or ivory chiffon and accented to match your choice of colors and theme, Up to 40 white folding chairs,Custom aisle lined with standard aisle décor – choose from large conch shells, sea-grass, starfish, tropical tikis, Unity sand ceremony with keepsake bottle – natural or choice of colored sands, Delivery set-up and tear down, Wedding day ceremony coordinator, Unlimited email, telephone, and personal wedding consultation,Complimentary filing of your marriage license. Give us a call to get the planning process kicked off, we're here to help make your dream beach wedding a dream come true"
- Archaeologist Joel Klenck: Prehistoric Site on Greater Mount Ararat Is 100% Noah's Ark Utilizing Deductivist Archaeological Method and Theory
March 01, 2024
Harvard University educated archaeologist, current president of the applied archaeology firm, PRC, Inc., non-profit Ararat Conservation, Inc., and former maritime executive, Joel Klenck, reports, "It is 100% certain that a prehistoric site is Noah's Ark, located in the southern gorge of greater Mount Ararat and dating to an interval within the Late Epipaleolithic period (13,100-9,600 BC). This site exhibits all traits of an ancient Trot-on / Trot-off maritime barge, being unlike all terrestrial structures."
- Florida Beach Vow Renewals, Eloping in Florida & Destination Weddings and Receptions with Tailored Florida Beach Wedding Packages
February 29, 2024
- Florida Beach Vow Renewals, Eloping in Florida & Destination Weddings and Receptions with Affordable Florida Beach Wedding Packages
February 29, 2024
- Florida Beach Vow Renewals, Eloping in Florida & Destination Weddings and Receptions with Florida Beach Wedding Packages
February 27, 2024
Florida beach wedding packages are suitable for beach weddings and vow renewals alike. Suncoast Weddings, premier wedding planners based on Treasure Island on Florida's west coast, offer a range of packages which 'bundle and save', although couples can always choose to build their own ceremony from the a la carte menu instead of starting from a base package. A representative from Suncoast Weddings states: "Florida beach wedding themes can span the spectrum of colors with many variations: the arch, the aisle, the accents. We at Suncoast Weddings have gathered some of our favorite themes and created galleries designed to inspire and tempt you. Do you like bold, vibrant looks or something more subtle? For a collection of ideas around custom-designed themes, check out our beautifully coordinated wedding components - from aisles to arches, to chairs, to bouquets - pick up some style hints and see which colors and styles you prefer. We will tailor your service to your requests - this is your chance to choose classic ivory or inject a hint of color. Your service will truly be as unique as you are and with Suncoast Weddings' attention to detail, get ready to enjoy your perfect day on a Florida beach. Florida beach wedding themes can be fun, edgy, classic, stylish, reserved, elegant, unique, beautiful, colorful, eclectic, personal ... and always special, each Suncoast Weddings service will be uniquely yours. A moment in time when the stars align, yours and yours alone. We have many videos with more themes on our YouTube page and thousands of images on our Pinterest page. If you are looking for a theme with some fun and unique charm, check out our 'out of the box' selection!"The 'out of the box' selection includes eclectic inspiration for a unique day. Beach weddings are typically stress-free and more relaxed than a traditional wedding, so they are the perfect opportunity to blend the serious vows with some serious fun! Examples include a magic-themed ceremony with photo opportunities using magic wands, a superhero-themed wedding, a Halloween-themed wedding, a special, and unusual, dress code, and seasonally-themed ceremonies.Planning a beach wedding can be a daunting prospect for couples who have never attended a beach ceremony before, and the team at Sucoast Weddings is on hand throughout the planning process to help with all of the decisions and paperwork. Support is offered via email or telephone, and couples can expect a quick response to any questions. Suncoast Weddings also maintains a list of preferred vendors so they are able to recommend florists, make-up artists, limousines, catering companies, local reception venues, wedding cake bakers, and much more.Social media holds thousands of images of weddings and vow renewals and often is the starting point for an overall vision of the day. Several of the favorite locations are also showcased. Factors to consider when choosing a venue include available parking, if there is a boardwalk, how accessible the beach is, how wide the beach is, if the reception venue is nearby, if there is any shade available, and how far the location is from accomodation.