In the Records Management warehouse at Goodwill San Antonio, among rows of neatly stacked boxes and organized files, one woman has been a familiar presence for over three decades. Bernie, as she’s known by her colleagues, is more than just a team lead. With 32 years of service under her belt, she is one of Goodwill San Antonio’s longest-serving team members and has played a vital role in the Business Services Unit.

Meet Yolanda 👋 Yolanda began her journey here at Goodwill San Antonio when she was just 21 years old, working as a cashier at the Fredericksburg Rd location. As a single mother, she found more than just a job, she found a supportive community that pushed her to grow. “I knew at that point I wanted to put myself in a position where I could serve others the way they did for me,” Yolanda said.

Meet Glenn👋 Glenn is a Goodwill San Antonio donation attendant with big dreams and an inspiring journey. After serving 16 years in prison, he was determined to turn his life around. He began searching for a second-chance employer and that’s when he found Goodwill.

Meet Noraima! 👋 After facing one financial setback after another, she began to lose sight of her dreams. However, life took a turn for the better when a former student of the Goodwill Academy shared her journey, which reignited a spark within her.

Meet Samuel!👋🎓 As a military child, Samuel experienced hardships like moving often and having to learn a different language while he and his family lived in Korea. However, he attributes these life lessons with preparing him for hurdles that would soon come his way. Because he had seen both parents become dependent on medication due to chronic illnesses, he saw the importance that medicine can have on the body. This led to his interest in pharmacology and why he “wanted to understand how medicine helps the body and promote healing — both for my parents and for others facing similar challenges.”

Meet Erica! 👋🎓 In 2005, Erica began working as a Certified Nursing Assistant when, in the middle of the pandemic, her world turned upside down. Due to an error with her paperwork, Erica had to leave her position.

Meet Marquita! 👋 Throughout Black History Month, Goodwill San Antonio has had the privilege of recognizing outstanding leaders that have made an impact on not just our organization but their peers. Today we highlight Marquita, a Business Services Training Specialist, who trains and develops for all Business Services assigned Team Members.

Meet Donald! We’re celebrating Donald Smith, a dedicated leader at Goodwill San Antonio. Donald started as a cashier in 2009, and through hard work, grew into his current role as a Floating Manager.

Meet Joseph! 👋 At Goodwill San Antonio, we are proud to celebrate Black History Month by recognizing the incredible leaders who make a difference in our organization. Today, we highlight Joseph Pope, Vice President of Human Resources, whose leadership and passion for empowering others embody the very spirit of our mission.