Commission On Economic Opportunity For The Rensselaer County Area Inc
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- EIN 14-1490509
- (518) 272-6012
- 2331 5th Ave Troy NY 12180-2221 USA
- www.ceoempowers.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Community & Neighborhood Development, Economic Development
Mission: The commission on economic opportunity for the greater capital region, inc. (ceo) is an umbrella agency that provides the overall leadership, policy guidance, and support necessary to successfully deliver a wide range of services. The programs at ceo are designed to empower individuals and families to build self-sufficiency in all life areas and rise out of poverty. Ceo works in partnership with the individuals, families, and the larger community to improve the quality of life for all community members by addressing their social, emotional, economic and educational needs.
Programs: Early childhood programs - ceo's head start and early head start programs provide services to income eligible families in rensselaer county. 592 children were served during fiscal 2016.
nutrition programs - ceo's food pantry is open to persons needing emergency food. Wic (supplemental food program for women, infants and children) provides healthy food, infant formula, and nutrition education to income eligible women who are pregnant, breast-feeding, or have given birth in the last six months. Approximately 4,404 families were served during fiscal 2016.
housing programs - weatherization services are provided free of charge to income eligible households. Ceo's home program is designed to assist eligible homeowners in the city of troy with repairs and home improvements. 235 households were served during fiscal 2016.