Jim Arnold & Associates was a recipient of a public service award from Texas Association of Goodwills for their work to pass legislation authorizing a program to increase employment for persons with disabilities during a recent session of the Texas Legislature.

The Extra Mile Award recognizes Dr. Edgar J. Helms who founded Goodwill Industries in 1902 to help people with disabilities and disadvantages participate fully in society by expanding their occupational capabilities. To accomplish this mission, Helms created an innovative system whereby Goodwill collects used items from the community and sells them in Goodwill stores to fund its employment training and job placement programs.

“Friends of Goodwill, be dissatisfied with your work until every handicapped and unfortunate person in your community has an opportunity to develop to his fullest usefulness and enjoy a maximum of abundant living.”