There is Dignity in a Job Well Done
There is dignity in a job well done, and we are here to help our Members enter the workforce. Carrie comes to the GOC with the hope of working. She…
Harry is a Key Part of Our Media Team
Harry works in our media unit several days a week. If you have liked our recent Facebook posts, he probably had something to do with them. Harry is a key…
Membership Has Its Privileges
Membership has its privileges. Because our Members choose to be here, what we accomplish is driven by a shared desire to work together. Our culinary unit stepped up to prep,…
Wonderful Donations from Alachua County Master Gardeners
Great Garden News! What a wonderful plant donation from our amazing friends at UF IFAS Extension Alachua County Master Gardeners! A massive thank you to everyone who pitched in, including…
Scott vs The Towering Tomatoes
Scott vs. The Towering Tomatoes Our garden has taken on a life of its own! The tomato vines are currently towering well over GOC member Scott’s head, and the sheer…
New Face in the Media Unit
Meet Louis, one of the newest faces in the GOC Media Unit! Louis hit the ground running during our work day, putting his computer skills to immediate use. If you…
New Tools for Culinary Program
We had a special visit from Mary Anne Pinner, who dropped off some essential tools for our culinary program: two Instant Pots and a Ninja blender food processor. Every year,…
Help Our Garden Program Grow Strong
We have a growing problem at the Gainesville Opportunity Center! Our garden is doing so well that our tomato plants have officially grown out of control. They are getting so…
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…
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…