CARF, whose mission is to promote the quality, value and optimal outcomes of services through a consultative accreditation process that centers on enhancing the lives of the persons served, last surveyed and awarded Goodwill a three-year accreditation (the highest level) in 2007.

In addition to receiving the three-year accreditation, which will extend through February 2013, the surveyors noted a multitude of strengths for Goodwill in many areas.  For example, the active involvement of Goodwill's board of directors; the dedication of leadership to growth and excellence; the dedication and innovation of staff members to provide services and create employment opportunities for persons served; the commitment of the organization to health and safety; and more. 

"We are both pleased and honored to have received another three-year accreditation from CARF," said Ken Weber, President and CEO of Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc.  "It is a rigorous process of evaluation, and we are proud that our programs and services meet such high standards."

Goodwill's mission is to improve the quality of life and employment opportunities for people in the communities it serves.  At Goodwill Working, Saving and Giving Never Felt So Good!