Our History
Tioga Opportunities, Inc.
History
Tioga Opportunities, Inc. is a private, 501(c)(3) not for profit, multi-purpose, inter-generational human service agency which emerged from the Kennedy/Johnson “War on Poverty” programs of the l960’s. Incorporated in l965, Federal Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) funds are administered to Tioga Opportunities, Inc. under the jurisdiction of the New York State Department of State Division of Community Services.
As a Community Action Agency, Tioga Opportunities, Inc. is a part of a network of over 1,000 Community Action Agencies across the country and a network of 48 across the state.
Community Action exists to address the causes and conditions of poverty using strategies that respond to the community’s unique needs.
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As a Community Action Agency, Tioga Opportunities, Inc. has provided vital services to the residents of Tioga County for over 55 years. We provide important lifelines to the people we serve and have answered the call with additional resources and supports during the...
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Tioga Opportunities, Inc. Accepting Applications at Senior Housing Properties
Tioga Opportunities, Inc. is now accepting applications for Long Meadow and Springview Apartments. The properties, located in Owego and Waverly, New York, provide safe and affordable housing options to income eligible adults ages 62 and over or disabled regardless of...
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