Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota

Mission Statement

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota's mission is to eliminate barriers to work and independence.

Impact and Programs

Accomplishments GESMN provided services to 5,778 people in FY2025, including 1,100 job placements and 7,995 support services. Program participants were placed with 540 different employers. GESMN provided services to people in 59 of Minnesota's 87 counties. GESMN partnered with 31 schools and helped 1,099 youth engage in career readiness programs.
Current Goals Serve between 5,400 - 5,800 individuals. Implement new engagement models with the Participant Advisory Council. Initiate solar panel training program. Increase advocacy efforts on behalf of the people we serve.
Community or Constituency Served Persons with barriers to work and independence
Geographic Area Served Minnesota (primarily central and southern MN) and a portion of western Wisconsin

Reports & Finances

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Major Program Expenses
Workforce development:
$39,722,728
3 Year Average Expenses
Program Services
$39,528,708
74%
Management
$13,239,465
24.8%
Fundraising
$672,272
1.3%
Unrestricted Net Assets
End of Year:
Beginning of Year:
Difference:
2024-25
$110,960,088
$97,461,348
$13,498,740
2023-24
$97,461,348
$83,211,844
$14,249,504
2022-23
$83,211,844
$66,888,608
$16,323,236

Notes from the Council

Organization Last Reviewed on 07/03/2025

This date is representative of when we completed our initial Accountability Wizard® nonprofit review, and provided the organization with their results. This review is good for three years from the date provided
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Connect

Address:
1270 Energy Lane
Saint Paul, MN 55104
Phone: 651-379-5600
Website: gesmn.org

General Information

Alternative Name: Goodwill-Easter Seals, Goodwill Industries Inc., Easterseals Minnesota
EIN: 41-0706171
Principal Staff: Michael Wirth-Davis
Number of Full-Time Equivalents (FTE): 1377
Volunteer Opportunities: Yes
Number of Clients: 5778
Ruling Year: 1923

Board

Board Chair: Mike Finger
Number of Board Members: 24
Board Meetings with Quorum: 7
Average Member Attendance: 21.3

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St. Paul, MN 55114
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