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Goodman's 3-year-olds thriving

September 15, 2022

For years, Goodman 3-year-olds were in the same classroom as 4- and 5-year-olds. In 2021, GCC introduced a 3-year-old classroom and the results have been successful.

Eastside News Stories, Childcare

Life in the 'FAST' Lane

September 6, 2022

Families and Schools Together helps parents build a community of support and connect with their kids.

Eastside News Stories, Families

CARES triages patients in crisis and then determines proper aftercare.

CARES is an alternative to police in crisis interactions

July 20, 2022

Community Alternative Response Emergency Services team is a pilot program by the city of Madison.

Eastside News Stories, Neighborhood News, Be the Good

Temperatures rise to dangerous levels for older adults during summer months.

Tips for older adults to stay safe during hot days

July 14, 2022

When hot weather arrives, our older adult population is especially at risk for heat-related illnesses.

Older Adults, Eastside News Stories

GCC hosting school supply drive to support Madison students

July 13, 2022

Goodman aims to help 200 east side families get geared up for the start of school.

Eastside News Stories, Families, Kids, Be the Good

Honor GCC's 70 years with Love & Legacy

July 5, 2022

Goodman launches Love & Legacy campaign to strengthen and secure the center’s future by inspiring and documenting 70 planned gifts

Eastside News Stories, Community Stories, Planned Giving

Goodman's Career Closet provides job hunters with a wardrobe.

Goodman's Career Closet supports job seekers

July 1, 2022

UPDATE: Our closet is well stocked and we are not currently accepting donations.

Eastside News Stories, Impacts

GCC Keeps On Dreaming

June 28, 2022

Goodman Community Center initiatives include family engagement, college and career readiness, DEI

Eastside News Stories

#BeTheGoodMSN: Spreading son's energy on to others who may need it

May 31, 2022

Fred’s Kindness Fund has provided surprise treats to the community and inspired local businesses to also pass along kindness.

Eastside News Stories, Fritz Food Pantry, Be the Good

Unwind outdoors on Madison's east side

May 24, 2022

Gathering spots across the east side come alive as the weather warms up. Here's a few top spots to check out.

Eastside News Stories, Neighborhood News, Community Stories

New sweatshirts for mask with an image designed by PEELD.

Artist Terrence Adeyanju helps create image for Goodman youth program

May 16, 2022

Adeyanju — who creates art under the name PEELD — collaborated with Goodman's boys group MAScK to create a new hoodie for the group his was once a part of.

Lussier LOFT Middle School, Eastside News Stories, Teens, Kids

Free Little Museum ready for viewing along Capital City Path

May 9, 2022

Creator Sarah Stankey plans to have seasonal diorama displays for children and passersby to view. The first exhibit is about pollinators.

Activities for Kids, Eastside News Stories, Neighborhood News, Families, Community Stories, Be the Good