We are extremely proud to celebrate the outstanding work of our recent graduates. On June 11, we had the joy of recognizing both the City of Rockford and the Goodwill Excel Center’s Getting Ahead classes, alongside Mayor McNamara. It was a meaningful moment for all of us.

Every graduate in these rooms has been working hard to build stability, confidence, and long‑term self‑sufficiency. Being able to walk beside them for part of that journey is an honor. Their commitment shows up in how they attend class, the goals they set, and the changes they are already making for themselves and their families.

These graduates are off to a strong start! They’ve made progress quickly and are already thinking about what comes next. We’ll be sharing their results in the weeks ahead.

We could not be prouder of our graduates! Please join us in applauding their hard work and wishing them the very best as they move forward into the next chapter of their lives.