Goodwill of Western & Northern CT Announces Wilton Closure

Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut (GWNC) today announced that it will close its Wilton donation station, located at 17 Danbury Road, effective June 25, 2023.

“Closing a location is always a difficult decision to make,” Rocco Tricarico, President & CEO, Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut, said. “As a nonprofit, this is one of those times when we recognize that we must adjust resources towards the locations that provide the best outcomes to maintain our mission services.”

“We are grateful to the loyal donors who have visited us in Wilton over the years,” Ken Bennett, VP of Retail and Facilities, Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut, said. “We hope that these generous individuals will continue to support our mission by donating at our nearby Norwalk and/or Ridgefield locations.”

Employees of the Wilton donation station have accepted transfers to other Goodwill locations.

Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut’s Wilton donation station has been open since May 1, 2018.

To find a Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut retail location or drop-off site near you, visit: www.gwct.org.

ABOUT GOODWILL OF WESTERN AND NORTHERN CONNECTICUT

Goodwill is a non-profit organization that helps individuals, businesses, and communities come together to support people with disabilities, economic disadvantages, and other barriers to employment. Last year, Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut (GWNC) helped 918 Connecticut residents find work. Donations of goods and revenue generated from store sales power this mission, with more than 90% reinvested into the programs and services strengthening Connecticut families. GWNC is headquartered in Bridgeport, Conn., and has store, donation, and career center locations around the state. To learn more, visit: www.gwct.org.