Our Mission:

Empower

Columbia Opportunities, Inc. works to solve poverty-related problems in our community and empower individuals. We provide opportunities to families and individuals so they gain the skills, knowledge and resources they need to be self-reliant.

 
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Our Impact

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Our programs serve as a safety net and a launching pad. We provide resources and opportunities to families and individuals so that they can attain the skills, knowledge and tools they need to become self reliant. In 2017 alone, 173 children participated in preschool activities to be ready for school; 290 parents and children attended family nights with a focus on reading; 109 safe and affordable housing units were preserved and improved; and 15 families received help to meet urgent transportation needs.

Click here to learn more about our programs.

Click here to learn more about our team.

Stay tuned for our 2019 Report!

14,000

Meals for Pre-Schoolers

In 2022, Columbia Opportunities served nutritious meals to preschool-aged children to help them grow and learn.

111

People received emergency food boxes.

 

472

Reduced their home energy Bill

This is how we make a difference! Through our Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), we provided an annual benefit to help with home heating and energy costs.

Berne Bendel, Board Member

Columbia Opportunities changed my life. As a young, new teacher, I worked for COI Head Start and it was through my employment there that I found my passion and purpose in social justice work. It is because of my work at COI that I sought to further my education with a focus on social justice, its intersections with teaching and education, and human services.

Click here to read Berne’s full quote and other testimonials.

 

Get Involved

Volunteers make a difference! Are you an elder? We can use your help. Young adult? We need you! Busy professional looking to make a difference? Contact us! Check below for ways to volunteer and help Columbia Opportunities to make a difference.

 

Volunteer Opportunities

Contact us to find out how you can help individuals, families and children in Columbia County.

Employment

Looking for meaningful work? Want to help people and change lives? Check our current open positions.

Make a Donation

All donations make a difference. Help families and individuals to thrive in Columbia County. Here’s a list of food pantry items we always need.