We’re Missing An Amazing Member
We’re missing one of our amazing Members, James at the GOC! While he’s been out sick and focusing on recovery, our Members and Staff came together to pay him a…
A Place Where Every Person is Wanted
The Gainesville Opportunity Center is a place where every person is wanted and every talent is needed. Here, everyone finds a chance to show their unique strengths and contribute at…
Giving Back to Rotary at Wild Game Feast
At the Gainesville Opportunity Center, a major goal of our program is to help Members re-join the community and break isolation. This weekend, we did exactly that by giving back…
Helping Prepare for 41st Annual Wild Game Feast
GOC Staff and Members spent the day volunteering with the Rotary Foundation of Gainesville to help prepare for their upcoming 41st Annual Wild Game Feast. As a past beneficiary of…
Building Employment Partnership with City
GOC representatives Brett Buell, Scott Hesch, and Rose Ann Walker recently met with City of Gainesville leadership—including City Manager Andrew Persons, HR Director Laura Graetz, and Senior Assistant City Attorney…
Working Together at Front Desk Truly Matters
Valerie and Aaron are working together at the reception desk! At the GOC, our work day is powered by our Members. The tasks they perform at the front desk—from managing…
Members Come Together to Help One Another
At the Gainesville Opportunity Center, some of the most inspiring moments happen when Members come together to help one another. Recently, our Member David, GOC’s lead technical support, stepped in…
Introducing UF Health Patients to GOC
On Fridays, GOC staff and Members are present at UF Health Psychiatry – Springhill for ‘office sits.’ We’re grateful for the opportunity to work alongside resident and attending doctors to…
Bike Day 2026 is Almost Here!
Save the Date! GOC Bike Day 2026 is almost here! Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 11th! Join us at First Magnitude Brewing Company for a day of cycling, community,…
Paying For Meals Can Feel Magical
Who says paying for a home-cooked meal can’t feel magical? Today at the Gainesville Opportunity Center, one of our staff members brought a little creativity and a lot of joy…