NASHVILLE, Tennessee — Jackson’s Aspell Recovery Center has been named the Mission Partner of the Year by Goodwill Industries as part of Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee’s 2020 Impact Week.
The online celebration, presented by Pinnacle Financial Partners, replaced Goodwill’s annual fall luncheon.
“We are humbled by the recognition,” said Richard Barber, executive director of Aspell Recovery Center, “Christine McCrury of Goodwill was on campus (Tuesday) to award Aspell their mission partner of the year award.
“Unfortunately, this year, due to COVID-19, the event was online.
“For so many in early recovery, gainful employment is an obstacle to long term sobriety. We refer approximately 100-to-125 individuals a year to Goodwill for training and employment opportunities.
“We are honored to partner with Goodwill to offer assistance those seeking a better way of life. Goodwill helps move our Aspell mission forward.”
A video of the event, including introductions by NewsChannel 5 anchor Rhori Johnston, can be viewed at www.giveit2goodwill.org/impactweek.
Mission Partner of the Year
Presented to an organization that significantly contributed to Goodwill’s mission of providing jobs and job services for those struggling to find work. The award is sponsored this year by CoreCivic Foundation.
For 15 years, Aspell Recovery Center in Jackson has partnered with Goodwill on behalf of its clients recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. Aspell now annually sends about 150 clients to Goodwill Career Solutions for skills training and job placement, helping restore their financial stability and regain supported, productive lives.
(PHOTO: Richard Barber, left, executive director of Aspell Recoery Center receives the Mission Partner of the Year Award from Christine McCrury of Goodwill)
