Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live, work, and raise a family. At OFB we care about the entire community. We are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other. And, we are committed to advocating on behalf of poor and disadvantaged people in order to help them achieve economic independence.

1st Annual Charity Golf Event

On July - 16 - 2010

Opportunities for Broome, Inc. is having their first annual Charity Golf Event at Endwell Greens on August 21, 2010.  The event begins at 11am with a putting contest and registration.  There will be an 18 hole “Captain and Crew” tournament to follow.  All proceeds generated will directly benefit the programs provided by Opportunities for Broome, inc and the clients we serve throughout Broome County.  For further information and to register for the tournament, please click on the “Happenings”... (more...)

Opportunities for Broome New Offices

On December - 29 - 2009

After 25 years, Opportunities for Broome has re-located their main office from 56-58 Whitney Ave. to 5 West State Street.  The new building is more user friendly with wheel chair accessibility, and additional privacy in each office. The building is located on the bus route as well, making it easier to access for those utilizing public transportation. Renovations were made possible in part, by a Restore New York Grant totaling $200,000. The Restore NY program is a three-round state initiative that... (more...)

Renovations Completed on Liberty Street

On December - 29 - 2009

Opportunities for Broome, Inc. has completed the extensive renovations and rehabilitation on the apartment building located at 85 Liberty Street.  The primary funding for this project was awarded through a grant from the Homeless Housing Assistance Program (HHAP), which is a program that provides capital grants and loans to not-for-profit corporations, charitable and religious organizations, municipalities and public corporations to acquire, construct or rehabilitate housing for persons who are... (more...)

Head Start Policy Council Meeting

On December - 29 - 2009

 The next Head Start Policy Council Meeting is scheduled for August 23, 2010 at 6:00pm.  This meeting will be held at 5 West State Street Binghamton, NY 13901.  For further information, please contact us at (607)723-6493.  Read More →

Board Meeting

On December - 29 - 2009

The next Opportunities for Broome, Inc. Board Meeting will be held on August 19, 2010 at 7:00pm.  This meeting will be held at 5 West State Street Binghamton, NY 13901.  For further information, please contact us at (607)723-6493.  This meeting is open to the public.  Read More →