A look inside the Irondale - Crestwood Goodwill

SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Goodwill Alabama celebrated the opening of its new Sylacauga location on Thursday, May 21, drawing a large crowd of shoppers in support of the organization’s mission.

“The Sylacauga community support today has been overwhelming,” said DeWayne Cuffie, President and CEO of Goodwill Alabama. “Everything we do as a retail operation has our focus at heart – ‘Changing Lives Through the Power of Work’ is more than a slogan. It is our mission and our reason for being. Every purchase and every donation supports career training and sustainability.”

A long line of customers waited outside before the store officially opened its doors. Within minutes, employees said the turnout exceeded expectations.