FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 30^th, 2026

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES ROUND-UP FOR “STAND DOWN” TO SUPPORT VETERANS IN OUR COMMUNITY
 
Anchorage and Wasilla, AK – From Sunday, August 2nd through Saturday, August 8th, Goodwill stores in Anchorage and Wasilla will host a “Round Up for Stand Down” campaign, giving customers the opportunity to donate or round up their purchases to the nearest dollar in support of Stand Down, Inc. All proceeds raised during this time will help provide essential resources to veterans in need throughout the community.
 
Funds raised through the campaign will support the upcoming Stand Down event on Friday, September 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Ted Stevens International Airport North Terminal. The event offers local veterans access to vital services including cold weather gear, hot meals, flu shots, and community resource connections.
 
Jeff Arnold, Anchorage Stand Down, Inc. 2026 Chair states “We truly appreciate working with Goodwill and the Stand Down is grateful for their continued support through this round up event, which allows us to offer services to our community’s homeless veterans.”
 
“Goodwill is honored to support Alaska’s veterans through this campaign and our year-round employment services. Small contributions at checkout can make a big difference for veterans and service members in our communities and every donation and round-up helps create a positive impact for veterans who have served our nation,” says Joe Morgan, Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program (HVRP) Coordinator at Goodwill.
 
As part of its ongoing commitment to veterans and the Anchorage community, Goodwill provides specialized services through its employment specialists. Located within Goodwill stores, the Job Connections centers at 3838 Old Seward Highway and 8931 Old Seward Highway in Anchorage, and 1660 E. Financial Drive in Wasilla, offer services to include:

• One-on-one job placement assistance
• Resume and interview skills coaching
• Job referrals tailored to skills and goals
• Help with applications, follow-ups, and access to computers and phones