About Us

The Commission on Economic Opportunity for the Greater Capital Region (CEO) is an “umbrella” agency that provides the overall leadership, policy guidance, coordination, and support necessary to successfully deliver a wide range of services. The programs at CEO are designed to empower individuals and families to build self-sufficiency in all life areas and rise out of poverty. CEO works in partnership with the individuals, families, and the larger community to improve the quality of life for all community members by addressing their social, emotional, economic and educational needs.

CEO is part of a larger system of Community Action Agencies across New York State and across the country. Community Action Agencies are independent, not profit, private and public organizations established under the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964.

If you would like more information about the Commission on Economic Opportunity, we invite you to explore the following pages:

Mission and Vision
A Message from our Executive Director
Our History
Board of Directors
Annual Report
CEO Newsletter
Contact Us