Goodwill Northern New England Earns Three-Year CARF Accreditation

Goodwill Northern New England has reached an important milestone in our mission to help people achieve their work and life goals, reflecting our commitment to delivering high‑quality, effective programs grounded in continuous improvement and accountability.

Recently, CARF International awarded Goodwill Northern New England a Three-Year Accreditation for its Community Employment Services, including Job

What CARF Accreditation Means

CARF International is an independent, nonprofit organization that reviews health and human service providers worldwide. Through its accreditation process, CARF evaluates quality, accountability, and outcomes.

A Three-Year Accreditation confirms that an organization meets rigorous, nationally recognized standards. In addition, it reflects a strong commitment to continuous improvement and measurable results.

As part of the process, Goodwill Northern New England completed an extensive peer review. This review included an on‑site visit from CARF surveyors. During the visit, staff demonstrated how programs are designed, delivered, and evaluated. As a result, CARF recognized the organization’s focus on quality and accountability.

Why This Matters for Our Community

This accreditation assures individuals served, families, partners, and funders that Goodwill Northern New England is dedicated to providing high‑quality Community Employment Services that support meaningful work and long‑term success. It confirms that our programs meet nationally recognized standards and follow proven best practices that help people achieve their goals.

For the people we serve, this means access to services that focus on real‑world outcomes, building skills, preparing for employment, and securing meaningful jobs that support stability.

For donors, employers, and community partners, this accreditation provides confidence that your support fuels programs grounded in clear standards, accountability, and measurable results.

Thank You for Being Part of This Milestone

This achievement reflects the dedication of Goodwill Northern New England staff, the determination of the people we serve, and the ongoing support of donors and community partners. Together, we are creating opportunities that strengthen individuals, families, and communities across Northern New England.

Goodwill Northern New England is a local nonprofit dedicated to investing in people. Goodwill NNE provides comprehensive support to those facing barriers to achieving their work and life goals. Our Workforce Services serve thousands of individuals each year – including our own teammates! Our holistic approach to employment combines the best practices of social work and workforce development. Goodwill NNE stores embody our mission and drive sustainability through re-use, while offering good jobs and free supports to all employees. Goodwill NNE operates in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. For more information visit GoodwillNNE.org.