Enterprise Initiatives

We tell our customers that self-sufficiency is the answer to a life of success and self-fulfillment; we believe we should practice what we preach.  To this end, CEO has always believed in building our own sustainable businesses.  We presently have four fee-based services that we offer to the community:  Child care at Stepping Stones II Early Learning Center, Energy Audits offered through Weathertite, Conference Services and Children and Family Counseling.

All four of these fee-based services are successful and are also providing additional employment opportunities for our customers.  This is another example of a win-win situation and CEO making the most of every dollar.

Conference Services

At the JLB Family Resource Center, located at 2328 Fifth Avenue in Troy, we offer a truly professional meeting space, filling a void in Downtown Troy. Our Conference Center offers a convenient location, cutting edge technology and catering services provided by local caterers. It is the perfect location for your gathering of up to 100 people. With additional availability of the 12-seat computer training lab, the Conference Center is ready to meet all of your needs.

To place a reservation print and fax the Conference Room Agreement Form to 518-272-0658 or call 272-6012, Ext. 225 for more information.

Catering Services

CEO offers beverage and breakfast.  For all other meals, we offer professional catering services through Old Daley Inn Catering or MJ's on the Avenue.  Choose from their catering menu or request a special menu to your taste.

Stepping Stones II Early Learning Center

Stepping Stones II Early Learning Center - CEO operates an early learning center at Stepping Stones II, conveniently located off of I-90 in North Greenbush. The center offers childcare services for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years; providing a warm, relaxed, "extended family" atmosphere - a home away from home. Reasonably priced; breakfast, lunch and snacks are included. For more information about our Early Learning Center call 286-0139.

Stepping Stones II Summer Camp -- For children ages 5 - 12 years old. Our camp offers fun-filled themed weeks that include activities centered around:  Insects & Bugs; "Camp Idol"; Wacky-Water Week; Community Helpers; Olympic Sports; Transportation and Summer- Fling/Beach Party.  For more information about our Summer Camp Program call 286-0139.

Weathertite

The majority of homes in New York State were built when energy was relatively inexpensive. These homes are significantly more costly to heat than a newer energy-efficient home. Weathertite audits will identify problem areas and inefficiencies in your home and propose repairs that will save you energy and money.

A home energy audit is the first step to assess how much energy your home consumes and to evaluate what measures you can take to make your home more energy efficient.  An audit will show you problems that may, when corrected, save you significant amounts of money over time.  A professional auditor uses a variety of techniques and equipment to determine the energy efficiency of a structure.

For more information on how you can get a home energy audit call Weathertite at 518-272-6012, Ext. 290 or 800-455-6014.

Family and Children Counseling Services of Troy

Trained therapists provide comprehensive and confidential counseling to individuals, families and groups on a sliding-fee scale for income eligible residents. A variety of topics are addressed in various settings to meet customer needs.  Counseling topics may include such issues as anxiety, depression, relationships, children, family violence, sexual abuse, anger management, parenting, financial literacy and life transitions.

Our counseling services are strictly confidential and open to the public.  Fees are on a sliding scale based on income and family size.  We are located at 2328 Fifth Ave. in Troy and can be reached at (518) 272-6012, Ext. 286 to schedule an appointment or for more information.

Giving to CEO
Financial Gifts

You can make a donation to CEO with a credit card by simply clicking here.

Or you can make a donation by check by making it payable to the Commission on Economic Opportunity  and mailing it to: Commission on Economic Opportunity, 2331 Fifth Avenue, Troy, NY 12180

In-Kind Gifts and Services

CEO can also use In-Kind donations of items that are needed by those who use our services such as business attire, or items that assist us in the operations of CEO such as office furniture and equipment. CEO also holds fundraisers in which items are given away as prizes or are donated as an item for auction.

To email an in-kind form to CEO and make arrangements for pick up/drop off of your donation, please !

Volunteer

At CEO, we have a variety of programs available to the families and individuals we serve. CEO welcomes volunteers who help us in delivering those services to the community.

Learn more about volunteering at CEO

2331 Fifth Avenue Troy, New York 12180  Phone: 518-272-6012  Fax: 518-272-0658

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