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ROCKVILLE, MD – Goodwill Industries International is pleased to honor Rep.John Sarbanes (D-MD) as a recipient of its Goodwill® National Policymaker Award for 2012. The award recognizes a federal lawmaker who has clearly demonstrated support for Goodwill’s public policy priorities.
Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake (Baltimore, MD) nominated Sarbanes for his support of Goodwill’s public policy priorities since his election to Congress in 2006. He and his staff meet with the Goodwill at least three times a year to discuss issues most relevant to them. In addition, the congressman was the keynote speaker at Goodwill’s all employee financial wellness breakfast last fall. He spoke about the importance of access to education programs and financial stability, and how Goodwill is an asset for providing those services. Sarbanes is an avid supporter of the job training programs and support services that Goodwill provides for people with disabilities, those who lack education or job experience, and others facing challenges to finding employment.
“Congressman Sarbanes deeply cares about Goodwill’s initiatives and programs, and how our organization works closely with federal, state and nonprofit resources to ensure that workers and families have the financial stability and the supports they need to care for themselves and their families,” said Lisa Rusyniak, CEO of Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake.
At a reception in Washington, DC, on Tuesday, April 17, Sarbanes was recognized and thanked for his ongoing support and influence for issues relevant to Goodwill. The reception was part of Goodwill Industries International’s sixth annual Advocacy Day, Local to Global: Strengthening our Community.
“Goodwill creates jobs and provides the tools for people to achieve economic security, allowing them to reach their fullest potential,” said Sarbanes.
