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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


Election for the Board of Directors

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As a Community Action Agency, Delaware Opportunities must ensure that one-third of its Board members represent the low-income population within our communities, and these representatives are to be chosen through a democratic process. There is one candidate on this ballot to represent the Hamden area. To vote, individuals must be residents of the town of Hamden and have an income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. Please follow the link to cast your vote by… more

Satellite Office Day Update Effective April 1, 2026

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Starting April 1, 2026

1095 C Form

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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.