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Serving Our Community
Since 1965


Delaware Opportunities offers a host of programs and services that respond to the needs of the citizens of Delaware County, New York. Our programs and services are annually assessed and considered in light of the following:

  • Remove obstacles and solve problems that block the achievement of self-sufficiency
  • Secure and retain meaningful employment
  • Attain an adequate education
  • Make better use of available income
  • Obtain emergency and other assistance
  • Achieve greater participation in the affairs of the community
  • Youth development
  • Coordination and effective use of other programs
  • Counteract conditions of starvation and malnutrition

How Can Delaware Opportunities Help You?

Recent News


Board Election March 2024

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION: As a Community Action Agency, Delaware Opportunities Inc. is required to have 1/3 of its board of directors represent low-income constituencies. These representatives must be democratically selected. 

Delaware Opportunities Inc. has one candidate on this ballot. If you would like to vote for this candidate, please follow the link and complete the ballot. Deadline to vote is 03.18.2024.

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2024 Distribution Information

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These are the official Food Distribution dates for 2024! Please note that the Hamden Food Pantry will be CLOSED on all distribution dates. Additionally, you MUST bring your confirmation number with you when picking up food. If you are picking up… more

October 2023 HEAP Update

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10.23 HEAP update

Upcoming Events


Careers at Delaware Opportunities

Delaware Opportunities positions can be found here and on our Facebook page and on Indeed. Download a Delaware Opportunities fillable job application below.

HOW CAN I HELP DELAWARE OPPORTUNITIES?


Donations to Delaware Opportunities will help the agency’s mission of improving the lives of the residents of Delaware and surrounding counties. Your gift, regardless of the amount, can greatly impact those in need in our community.