The GOC was proud to speak to the University of Florida Public Safety today about our services. These men and women are part of a “co-responder” team where an officer…

We are proud to be part of the Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. Steps to Wellness event. This year the theme was “It takes a village.” We are fortunate to have…

Create Hope in the World. That is Rotary’s international theme this year. The Rotary Club of Downtown Gainesville had their weekly meeting to see the new Rotary Kitchen at the…

Thank you, GOC Board President Gail Childs, for nominating the Gainesville Opportunity Center as the September 2023 Charity of the Month in our community. As a board member and volunteer…

It was great to see everyone out in the community. The GOC was part of Care For the Caregivers last weekend at Walmart. We saw some old friends and met…

Pat and Susan were proud to represent the GOC at an event for National Overdose Awareness Day. People shared their strength, experience, and hope as we came together to show…

Thank you so much to State Senator Jennifer Bradley for stopping by to see our program. Sen. Bradley heard from GOC Members about their accomplishments and what GOC has meant…

The Florida Department of Corrections has a program called FACE IT, where they give people support. The support helps people find jobs and lead more meaningful and productive lives. Support…

It is finally here! The Rotary Kitchen at the GOC is complete. So many people had a hand in this effort. Our Members moved back in, and we had our…

Thank you to Francine Edwards and Rachel Edwards of Rep. Yvonne Hinson for touring our facility. We had a great discussion where our Members shared their stories of overcoming obstacles…