Welcome to Augusta: A City of Southern Charm and Innovation

I look forward to welcoming you to Augusta, Georgia — a city where history, innovation and opportunity converge to inspire transformation!

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Goodwill of Middle Georgia and the CSRA (Augusta), we’re pleased to host this year’s Annual Meeting of the Goodwill Conference of Executives. This year’s theme, The Power of Us, reflects the impactful work of the Goodwill® movement worldwide and Augusta’s unique energy and spirit.

Augusta is world-renowned for hosting the Masters Tournament, but it’s also a city rooted in progress and possibility. From the scenic Savannah River to a vibrant downtown to the nation’s cyber command, Augusta offers an extraordinary blend of tradition and forward-thinking innovation.

Our Augusta Campus is a living testament to this innovation vibe. Home to Helms College and Edgar’s Hospitality Group, it embodies the innovative spirit of Goodwill — blending immersion education with social enterprise applied learning to unlock potential and build career pathways out of poverty to a more abundant life. I encourage you to visit our Annual Report to learn about the impact Goodwill is making across the 35 counties we serve.

As you explore Augusta and connect with leaders from across the world, I invite you to celebrate The Power of Us. Together, we can break barriers, transform lives and create a brighter future for the communities we serve.

Thank you for your leadership and passionate commitment to Goodwill’s mission. Our goal is to surpass your expectations during your visit.

Grace to you,

James K. Stiff
President and CEO
Goodwill of Middle Georgia and the CSRA

This year, 272 resilient individuals started new lives thanks to Goodwill of Middle Georgia and the CSRA’s training and education programs, empowering them to overcome challenges and achieve their dreams.

Visit GoodwillWorks.org to learn more about Goodwill of Middle Georgia and the CSRA. Be sure to check out its 2023 Annual Report to learn how the team took 488,266 donations to help start 10,202 new lives.