Donn Githens, president and CEO of Goodwill Industries-Manasota, marked 20 years leading the organization in June, the Sarasota Herald-Tribune reported on Tuesday, July 22.

Under Githens, Goodwill Manasota has grown to more than 80 locations and 1,600 team members across 11 counties on Florida's west and east coasts. In 2024, the organization expanded by establishing Goodwill Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast, adding five east coast counties and more than 600 team members.

The organization reports that in 2025 it served 7,527 individuals, placed 1,296 people in jobs, and delivered nearly 45,000 hours of education and training at no cost to participants. It also assisted 478 veterans and supplied more than $70,000 in emergency financial assistance.

Goodwill Manasota's Manatee County anchor is its Corporate Campus and Community Resource Center at 2705 51st Ave. E. in Bradenton. Residents can learn about free workforce programs at experiencegoodwill.org or by calling 941-355-2721.