After being incarcerated for complicity of robbery, Dillon knew he needed to make a change. He battled with substance use on and off for six years but participated in programming at the Men’s Healing Place. He came to the Goodwill South Louisville Opportunity Center searching for a second chance and a better life. He utilized several of our free programs to enhance his skillset before being hired at our 2nd Chance Outlet as a material handler in 2023. During his employment, he gained his forklift certification, participated in the Good Smiles program and purchased a vehicle. With the help of his career coach, Dane’Sha Thompson, Dillon decided to pursue a career in the welding industry. He participated in Goodwill’s Work & Learn program, where he was paid to attend night classes twice per week at The Knight School of Welding. Dillon received a certification in MIG Welding on February 22, 2024. Dillon is proud to announce that he has accepted a welding job making $20 per hour with benefits that will assist him in continuing his journey for a better life. He wants to give thanks to the South Louisville Opportunity Center staff, his Senior Store Manager Lesley King and God. Dillon is a passionate employee and we are proud of his achievements!
God is good and so is Goodwill!!!
CCPTO, BAHM, Chaplain, M.A.
4wYess Dillon we are so proud of you and your achievements