AbilityOne Program

Creating Meaningful Work Through Federal Partnerships

Goodwill Industries of Central Alabama is proud to participate in the AbilityOne® Program, creating competitive employment opportunities through federal contracting for people who are blind or have significant disabilities.

What Is the AbilityOne Program?

The AbilityOne® Program is one of the nation’s largest sources of employment for people who are blind or have significant disabilities. Established by Congress through the Javits-Wagner-O’Day Act in 193, the Program creates competitive employment opportunities through federal contracting. The U.S. AbilityOne Commission® oversees the Program, which is administered through AbilityOne authorized enterprises, including SourceAmerica®. Through AbilityOne, nonprofit organizations such as Goodwill provide high-quality products and services to federal customers while creating career opportunities for people with disabilities.

Goodwill’s Impact Through AbilityOne

Through our AbilityOne® contracts, Goodwill Industries of Central Alabama provides essential services to federal customers while creating career opportunities for people with disabilities.

  • Choice and Opportunity
    Jobs that build on individual skills, interests, and strengths.
  • Competitive Pay and Benefits
    Employment that supports greater independence and stability.
  • Career Growth
    Opportunities to build workplace connections, develop skills, and pursue upward mobility.

Program Compliance

Under AbilityOne® requirements, at least 75% of direct labor hours must be performed by employees who are blind or have significant disabilities. Goodwill Industries of Central Alabama maintains this required standard.

Why AbilityOne Matters

Nearly 63% of working-age people with disabilities in the U.S. do not have jobs. AbilityOne® gives adults with disabilities, including veterans, opportunities to support their families, build connections with workplace colleagues, and contribute to their communities.

Learn More

For more information about Goodwill Industries of Central Alabama’s AbilityOne® federal contracts, please contact our Main Office at 334-263-4633.