Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc
501(c)(3) Donations tax-deductible
88% goes to programs $0 to raise $100 Strong reserves Growing revenue
Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Orlando, Florida, registered in 1963, with $122,903,844 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 88% of spending to programs.
7531 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL, 32809 EIN 59-0908166 Since 1963
Revenue (FY2024)
$122.9M
▲ 4.8% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2024)
$97.2M
Net assets
$158.2M
Employees
2,190
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
AProgram efficiency40% of the rating88% to programs · $0 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc: 88% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating20 mo reserves · +21% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc: 20 mo reserves · +21% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Goodwill industries of central florida, inc. is a 501c3 that resells donated goods to fulfill its mission of building lives that work. gicf provides community members and 1400 employees with programs that increase economic mobility and career advancement. programs offered in brevard, lake, orange, osceola, volusia, and seminole counties provide financial coaching, career and education planning, on the job training, skills building, job placement, resource connectivity, and post-employment support.
What they do
We build lives that work through our donated goods retail and by delivering services to community members and employees that increase economic mobility and connect people to stability resources. our prosperity platform gives people one to one coaching to improve financial, career, and educational outcomes. among the 254 prosperity platform members served in 2024, 72% saw increased economic mobility. 100% of the 1,817 people served by goodwill connects were able to gain valuable connections to supportive services to avert or overcome life crises. in partnership with vita we were able to assist 309 people with free income tax preparation services. our employment specialists guided 1,129 community members in resume creation, mock interviewing, and job placement assistance. together, these programs create a supportive web that empowers people to achieve their life goals with guided assistance and one to one coaching.
Contact & location
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $42.3M (FY2013) to $122.9M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $89.8MNet assets $158.2M
Operating margin
20.9%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$248.0M
Total liabilities
$89.8M
Net assets
$158.2M
Salaries & benefits
$64.4M
66% of expenses
Board members
12
11 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $122,903,844▲4.8% | $97,203,569▲3.5% | $158,205,354▲20.3% | $248,020,902▲23.5% | 990 |
| 2023 | $117,257,449▲11.5% | $93,886,913▲16.6% | $131,501,144▲23.1% | $200,894,112▲12.0% | 990 |
| 2022 | $105,147,944▲14.3% | $80,548,627▲19.8% | $106,803,566▲27.5% | $179,394,713▲6.6% | 990 |
| 2021 | $91,960,618▲66.1% | $67,225,814▲17.7% | $83,748,570▲35.2% | $168,287,890▲70.4% | 990 |
| 2020 | $55,363,820▼15.3% | $57,114,863▼6.7% | $61,945,203▼1.2% | $98,755,997▼10.2% | 990 |
| 2019 | $65,365,321▲1.0% | $61,198,136▲1.5% | $62,727,585▲9.2% | $109,926,382▲43.2% | 990 |
| 2018 | $64,700,997▲9.3% | $60,283,508▲5.2% | $57,450,549▲6.1% | $76,742,091▲3.7% | 990 |
| 2017 | $59,195,732▲4.0% | $57,292,981▲5.3% | $54,146,272▲5.4% | $74,007,253▲2.6% | 990 |
| 2016 | $56,921,753▲11.9% | $54,416,396▲7.5% | $51,371,099▲5.1% | $72,139,044▲2.7% | 990 |
| 2015 | $50,866,510▲7.4% | $50,637,217▲17.7% | $48,865,742▲0.5% | $70,238,796▲2.6% | 990 |
| 2014 | $47,364,837▲12.0% | $43,024,440▲17.0% | $48,636,449▲9.7% | $68,488,750▲5.3% | 990 |
| 2013 | $42,274,649 | $36,786,224▲16.3% | $44,330,762▲15.3% | $65,063,742▲32.6% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $31,643,405▲23.1% | $38,444,509▲21.7% | $49,052,843▲12.8% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $25,696,605▲9.7% | $31,588,348▲21.9% | $43,476,948▲14.8% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $23,415,236 | $25,903,931 | $37,885,488 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Edward J Durkee — $669,057 (0.69% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edward J Durkee | President & Ceo | 40 | $669,057 |
| Mario Fernandez | Cfo | 40 | $322,220 |
| Curtis Ramsey | Vp of Accounting | 40 | $235,303 |
| Lawrence W Gaboury | Vp, Real Estate and Constr | 40 | $196,655 |
| Laura E Sharp-edge | Regional Director, Retail and Donated Goods | 40 | $194,797 |
| Shane W Philips | Regional Director of Retail and Donated Goods | 40 | $191,570 |
| Marcie Lushen | Chief People Officer | 40 | $189,766 |
| George Evans | Chief Operating Officer | 40 | $186,431 |
| Erin Meche | Vp of Finance | 40 | $47,129 |
| Brian Orth | Director | 1 | — |
| Bruce Matzner | Treasurer | 5 | — |
| Gary Blanchette | Chair-elect | 1 | — |
| George Hagerty | Director | 1 | — |
| Jeremy S Sloane | Secretary | 1 | — |
| Mike Miller | Director | 1 | — |
| Oluchi Chuku | Director | 1 | — |
| Raegan Le Douaron | Director | 1 | — |
| Robert Rob Lowe | Director | 1 | — |
| Ronald Nesbitt | Director | 1 | — |
| Scott Wall | Chair | 5 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2016)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Xtranet Solutions LLC | It Support | $505,012 |
| Dunlawton Yorktowne Unit 51 LLC | Rent | $424,625 |
| Gator Interchange Partners LLC | Rent | $312,468 |
| Ddrm Skyview Plaza LLC | Rent | $304,212 |
| Costa Communications Group | Rent | $238,823 |
Grants received · $1.1M total
9 grants to Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc totaling $1.1M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goodwill Industries International Inc | Indeed fellow program | 2020 | $40,000 |
| Goodwill Industries International Inc | Data analytics, google- dca, goodguides 15 | 2018 | $61,835 |
| Goodwill Industries International Inc | Goodguides 15, mission impact, accenture, careers in retail, hurricane relie | 2017 | $160,776 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation | Growth | 2017 | $500 |
| Central Florida Foundation Inc | Family homelessness pilot (see grant agreement for more details) | 2016 | $355,000 |
| Goodwill Industries International Inc | Goodguides 13, goodguides 15, member sustainability | 2016 | $162,898 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation | Human services | 2016 | $1,000 |
| Goodwill Industries International Inc | Goodguides iii | 2015 | $161,157 |
| Goodwill Industries International Inc | Goodguides ii, goodguides iii | 2014 | $197,687 |
Grants made · $960K in FY2020
1 grant totaling $960K in FY2020. All grants made by Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Goodsource of Central Florida Inc | New markets tax credit | $960,286 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 59-0908166, based in Orlando, Florida. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc's EIN?
- Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 59-0908166.
- How much revenue does Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc report?
- Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc reported $122,903,844 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc's spending goes to programs?
- Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc spends about 88% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc's latest Form 990 is $669,057, paid to Edward J Durkee (President & Ceo).
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Data for Goodwill Industries of Central Florida Inc (EIN 59-0908166) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.