37.2

million Americans were living below the official poverty line in 2020.

Head Start is still enrolling for the 2022-2023 program year

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Community Action Agencies are helping to remove barriers and create solutions to ensure equitable access to COVID-19 resources and supports. Visit OFO's one-stop COVID-19 Resource page for information on testing options, vaccine and booster appointments, and other essential resources.

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.

Agency Vision

Our preferred future is a community that strives to alleviate poverty through collaborations that foster economic stability and social justice.

Upcoming Events

HAPPENING NOW! OFO Board of Directors Election for Low-Income Representation: At least 1/3 of the Opportunities for Otsego Board of Directors shall be representatives of the Low Income Sector and shall be persons chosen in accordance with democratic selection procedures adequate to assure that they are representative of a low income constituency in Otsego County or with any reasonable and democratic selection procedure which assures maximum feasible participation. Review the ballot and cast your vote.

Open Enrollment:  Early Head Start and Head Start offer year-round enrollment for families from pregnancy to preschool. To enroll in the center-based Head Start program, children must turn 3 years old by December 1st of the current school year or may enroll after their 3rd birthday. For more information, contact Heather or start an application online.

What's Happening...

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Dietz Street Lofts Now Accepting Applications: Kearney Realty Group is accepting applications until January 17, 2023 for their new affordable rental property in Oneonta. Click here for more information.

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Now Enrolling! Head Start is still enrolling for the 2022-2023 program year. Children must be three years old to start in the Head Start classroom.  Head Start also provides support to prenatal mothers and children up to three years old through Early Head Start. Apply online, or for more information call 607.433.8055 or visit our Eligibility page.

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Utility Assistance: If you have a past due utility bill, contact your provider ASAP and consider these assistance programs:

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Tenants Rights: Valuable resources are available for those facing eviction or other housing crises on our Housing Services page.

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Annual Report

$4,965,745reinvested into the local economy through employee salaries and program services. (FY2022)

News & Events



OFO Receives Additional Victim Assistance Funds
OFO's Violence Intervention Program will expand services through funds awarded by the New York State Office of Victim Services.
OFO Welcomes New Board Members
Opportunities for Otsego is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors. Dr. Elizabeth Blasco and Douglas Brenner will begin their terms in September 2022.
Opportunities for Otsego Statement on Buffalo Shooting
As an organization dedicated to preventing domestic and interpersonal violence, Opportunities for Otsego condemns violence in all forms. We remain steadfast to working alongside local, state, and federal partners to combat inequity and systematic oppression that perpetuates violence and trauma.