Community Needs
The 2023 Community Needs Assessment is here! The assessment looks at the factors that impact the needs of Chautauqua County residents, including housing, health, child care, employment, and more.
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NEWSLETTER
“The Community” is the official newsletter for Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc. and Chautauqua Opportunities for Development, Inc. It is published quarterly and distributed to partners, funders and community members.
Employment
Search our current employment opportunities. COI is an equal opportunity employer.
SERVICES
COI & CODI MISSION STATEMENTS
COI
leading the fight against poverty by mobilizing resources and creating partnerships to promote empowerment, economic independence, and opportunities.
Helping People… Changing Lives.
CODI
leading the fight against poverty by mobilizing resources and creating partnerships to promote and create economic independence through business development opportunities.
Helping Businesses… Creating Opportunities.
Proud Member of:
New York State Community Action Association
National Community Action Foundation
National Community Action Partnership
Upcoming Events
Events in December 2024–February 2025
December 14, 2024 (1 event)
Home Buyer Education Course–
December 14, 2024Our Homebuyer class is a 6 hour course that includes sessions on the following topics:
- Are you ready to purchase a home?
- Maintaining your budget
- Understanding credit
- Shopping for a home
- Getting a mortgage
- Keeping your home
- Fair lending
$25 Fee and RSVP due one week prior to class start date.
Contact a Navigator at 716-366-8176 or 716-661-9430.Chautauqua Opportunities is a HUD-certified housing counseling agency with skilled staff who can guide you through the home-buying process.
Connections NorthDecember 24, 2024 (1 event)
Offices Close at 12pm–
December 24, 2024All COI Offices will be closing at 12pm to observe the Christmas Holiday.
December 25, 2024 (1 event)
Offices ClosedDecember 25, 2024
Offices will be closed for Christmas Holiday.
December 31, 2024 (1 event)
Offices Close at 12pm–
December 31, 2024All COI offices will be closing at 12pm to observer the New Year's Holiday.
January 1, 2025 (1 event)
Offices ClosedJanuary 1, 2025
All COI offices will be closed to the New Year's Day holiday
January 15, 2025 (1 event)
Jamestown Section 8 Waitlist Sign-up–
January 15, 2025Sign-ups are held between the hours of 8:30 am -12:00 pm, and 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, on the specified dates.
The following information must be available at the time of application sign-up:
- Must provide social security numbers for all household members.
- Must know the amount of your annual income.
Laughlin Community Action CenterJanuary 31, 2025 (1 event)
Dunkirk Section 8 Waitlist Sign-up–
January 31, 2025Sign-ups are held between the hours of 8:30 am -12:00 pm, and 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, on the specified dates.
The following information must be available at the time of application sign up:
- Must provide social security numbers for all household members.
- Must know the amount of your annual income.
Connections NorthFebruary 13, 2025 (1 event)
Community Conversations–
February 13, 2025Community Conversations are meetings that provide a regular forum for communication between COI and the community.
February 19, 2025 (1 event)
Jamestown Section 8 Waitlist Sign-up–
February 19, 2025Sign-ups are held between the hours of 8:30 am -12:00 pm, and 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, on the specified dates.
The following information must be available at the time of application sign-up:
- Must provide social security numbers for all household members.
- Must know the amount of your annual income.
Laughlin Community Action CenterFebruary 22, 2025 (1 event)
First-Time Home Buyer Education Course–
February 22, 2025Our Homebuyer class is a 6-hour course that includes sessions on the following topics:
- Are you ready to purchase a home?
- Maintaining your budget
- Understanding credit
- Shopping for a home
- Getting a mortgage
- Keeping your home
- Fair lending
$25 Fee and RSVP due one week prior to class start date.
Contact a Navigator at 716-366-8176 or 716-661-9430.Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc. is a HUD-certified housing counseling agency with skilled staff who can guide you through the home-buying process.
Connections NorthFebruary 28, 2025 (1 event)
Dunkirk Section 8 Waitlist Sign-up–
February 28, 2025Sign-ups are held between the hours of 8:30 am -12:00 pm, and 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, on the specified dates.
The following information must be available at the time of application sign up:
- Must provide social security numbers for all household members.
- Must know the amount of your annual income.
Connections North
NEWS
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Apr 25
Hope Haven Women’s Center Opens in Jamestown, NY, Providing Critical Support for Single, Adult Women Experiencing Homelessness
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Dec 24
Service Organizations Support the Hope Haven Women’s Shelter
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Dec 24