The next time you check out at a Goodwill store in Orange County, you may have the chance to do a little extra good — and it won’t cost much more than a few cents. Goodwill is inviting shoppers to round up their purchase totals at the register, with the extra change going directly to support the Orlando Union Rescue Mission.

The Orlando Union Rescue Mission is a longtime community anchor that provides shelter, meals, and recovery services to men, women, and children experiencing homelessness in Central Florida. By partnering with Goodwill — itself a nonprofit dedicated to workforce development and community support — the round-up program creates an easy, everyday way for Orange County residents to contribute to some of the region’s most vulnerable neighbors.

The beauty of a round-up program is its simplicity. Shoppers don’t have to plan a donation or write a check — they simply agree to let the register round their total to the nearest dollar, and those small amounts add up quickly across thousands of transactions. For a thrift store with a high volume of daily customers, the potential community impact is significant.

Both organizations have deep roots in the Orlando area. Goodwill’s Orange County locations serve as destinations for bargain hunters and budget-conscious shoppers alike, while simultaneously funding job training and employment programs. The Orlando Union Rescue Mission has been serving the community for decades, offering not just emergency shelter but also long-term programs designed to help individuals rebuild their lives.

This kind of partnership between two mission-driven nonprofits reflects the spirit of community care that Central Florida is known for. Whether you’re picking up a gently used find or dropping off a donation bag, your next Goodwill visit in Orange County is now an opportunity to extend a helping hand to a neighbor in need — one rounded-up penny at a time.

Sources: WESH