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More than half the families in the United States earn $60,000 or less per year

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About Opportunities for Otsego

Founded in 1966, Opportunities for Otsego helps alleviate poverty and fosters self-sufficiency through comprehensive and holistic client-centered services. The Agency focuses its attention on specific problems affecting the community, mobilizes resources, and creates solutions to unlock opportunities for low-income individuals and disenfranchised families. Our services encourage economic stability, social justice, and the promotion of healthy lives and families for residents of Otsego County.

Agency Mission

The leader in developing innovative solutions that promote healthy lives, thriving families, and caring communities.

Upcoming Events

10.24.2019 - Wear Purple Day:  Join the Violence Intervention Program in showing support for victims of domestic violence by donning purple on this day.  

10.24.2019 - Steve Fabrizio Band at The B Side Ballroom & Supper Club:  Enjoy an evening out to support OFO’s emergency shelter program.  Admission includes music from 7:00PM-10:00PM and light hors d’evoures. Ticket raffles and cash bar throughout the night. Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at the door.  Tickets on sale at the B Side, Cooperstown Optical, Green Toad Bookstore, and Opportunities for Otsego main office. This event is sponsored by Community Bank, NA.

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What's Happening...

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Now Offering Online Homebuyer Education!  Learn if homeownership is right for you and how to prepare financially for homeownership.EHomeLogo_white_for website.png

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Now Enrolling: Head Start is enrolling 3 and 4 year old children for the 2019-2020 program year.  Children must turn 3 years old by December 1, 2019 to enroll for the fall.  Centers are located in Cherry Valley, Cooperstown, Laurens, Morris, Oneonta, Richfield Springs, Schenevus, and Unadilla.  For more information, call 607.433.8055 or visit our Eligibility  page.

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Home Repair Assistance: In partnership with The City of Oneonta, OFO will help low-to-moderate income homeowners repair aged, deficient, and unsafe home conditions.  Click here for more information.

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Home in the City: NBT Bank is offering a special home buying program for low-income persons looking to purchase in Oneonta. Contact NBT Bank at 800.628.2265 or NBT Online for details.

Annual Report

92% of agency revenue is spent on programs and direct client services. (92 cents of every dollar.)

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