Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana is a thrift store in Kenner, LA. The organization operates a network of stores across the region where customers can find gently used clothing for every season, affordable furniture and home goods, books and media, toys and games, and electronics and small appliances. These locations serve as hubs for community support and sustainability, helping families stretch their dollars while keeping usable goods out of landfills. The store in Kenner is part of a broader mission that has helped thousands of individuals overcome barriers to employment and find a path to independence for more than 75 years.

Since 1947, Goodwill has operated in the Southeastern Louisiana region, serving 23 parishes. The organization runs several divisions including contracts, retail, and workforce development, all backed by its thrift store network. Programs include a Technical College, disability employment services, facility services, and re-entry services. Recent initiatives highlight the impact of these programs, such as the Reintegration Program (GRIP) which helps individuals rebuild their careers after setbacks, and the Technical College which recently received a grant from the Entergy Charitable Foundation. The leadership team, including President and CEO Jodee Daroca, oversees operations from offices in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Houma.

The Kenner location is situated on West Esplanade Avenue. It is located about a third of a mile from East Jefferson Medical Clinic and EJGH Urgent Care. The North Kenner Library and A J Muss Bertolino Park are approximately four-tenths of a mile away. The Esplanade shopping mall is also nearby, at a distance of about four-tenths of a mile.

The business holds a rating of 3.60 based on customer reviews. It stands among the longest-serving organizations in the region, having provided employment opportunities and community services since the mid-20th century. The store offers a specific range of goods, from seasonal clothing to household items, supporting a mission that connects shopping and donations directly to workforce development programs in the local area.

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana combines thrift store shopping with a deep history of workforce development in Kenner, offering a tangible way for residents to support local independence and sustainability.