Back-to-school shopping doesn’t have to be expensive or stressful. Goodwill of North Georgia - one of the largest retail operations and workforce training agencies in Georgia with a mission to put people to work - makes it easy for students, parents, and teachers to gear up for the school year with affordable, high-quality finds - all while supporting a mission to put people to work across the region.

Whether you’re outfitting a child for their first day of school, stocking up on supplies for your classroom, or furnishing a college dorm, Goodwill stores offer budget-friendly items that save you time, money, and effort.

What You’ll Find In-Store

Every Goodwill of North Georgia location carries a wide selection of items perfect for Back-to-School, including:

For K–12 Students & Families:

• School uniform staples: khakis, jeans, polo shirts

• Backpacks, lunchboxes, and water bottles

• Binders, notebooks, index cards, and other essential supplies

For Teachers:

• Storage bins, classroom décor, and organizational tools

• Rugs and furnishings for reading corners and flexible spaces

• Coffee mugs, chairs, and other helpful finds for teacher workspaces

For College Students:

• Affordable dorm and apartment items: lamps, desks, cookware, dishes

• TVs, coffee makers, air fryers, and other small appliances

• Storage solutions, linens, and décor

While every store carries these items, the Goodwill of North Georgia Marietta store and donation center (1355 Roswell Road, Suite 500, Marietta, GA 30062) features a special Back-to-School spotlight section highlighting key items for students and college-bound shoppers. Be sure to look out for special Back-to-School discounts rolling out on Monday, August 4th, across Goodwill of North Georgia locations.

Get More with the Savvy Shoppers Club

Just in time for the school season, Goodwill of North Georgia has launched its Savvy Shoppers Club, a new loyalty program designed to help shoppers save even more.

Members earn points on every purchase - 1,000 points earn a $25 reward - and receive exclusive perks like surprise discounts, early access to promotions, birthday rewards, and more. It’s free to join, and members can track their points and savings online or in-store.

“With the launch of the Savvy Shoppers Club, we’re making it even easier for families, teachers, and students to get what they need while stretching their budgets,” said Keith Parker, President and CEO of Goodwill of North Georgia. “And every purchase supports our mission to help North Georgians find meaningful employment and build better lives.”

To join the Savvy Shoppers Club or learn more, visit www.goodwillng.org/savvy.

A Century of Impact

As Goodwill of North Georgia marks its 100th year of service, the organization continues to grow its economic and community impact. Goodwill operates 100+ stores and donation centers and 14 no-cost career centers across 45 counties. In fiscal year 2024, the organization helped more than 22,000 people secure jobs across the state.