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Opportunity House Welcomes Jamie Minick as New Chief Operating Officer
Opportunity House announced the appointment of Jamie Minick as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Jamie steps into the role following the recent promotion of Alyssa Bushkie from COO to Chief Executive Officer (CEO), marking a new chapter in the organization's leadership....
Opportunity House Names Alyssa Bushkie, Chief Executive Officer
Opportunity House announced the appointment of Alyssa Bushkie as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Bushkie transitions into this leadership role following a highly impactful tenure as Chief Operating Officer (COO), where she demonstrated strong strategic vision,...
Emily Cumens Named Assistant Director of Patton Avenue Learning Center–Opportunity House
Opportunity House is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily Cumens as the new Assistant Director of the Patton Avenue Learning Center. Emily brings a strong background in early childhood education and leadership to her new role.
Yesseina Vasquez Named Director of Patton Avenue Learning Center
Yessenia Vasquez Named Director of the Patton Avenue Learning Center Reading, PA – Opportunity House announced the appointment of Yessenia Vasquez as Director of the Patton Avenue Learning Center. A lifelong advocate for children and education, Vasquez is a proud...
Beacon House Food Pantry Opens–Opportunity House
Opportunity House Announces the Opening of Beacon House Food Pantry to Serve the Community Reading, PA – Opportunity House proudly announces the opening of the Beacon House Food Pantry, a new community resource dedicated to providing nutritious food to individuals...
Opportunity House Receives Grant From Foxwynd Foundation
Opportunity House Receives $15,000 Grant from Foxwynd Foundation Contacts: Opportunity House: Holly Wolf, hwolf@opphouse.org, 610-463-5377 Foxwynd Foundation: Gloria Galvez, Grant and Partnership Manager, ggalvez@foxwyndfoundation.org 484-229-4329 Reading,...
Opportunity House Expands Services To Pottstown
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Montgomery County Announces New Short-Term Housing Solution for Those Experiencing Homelessness in Pottstown NORRISTOWN, PA—The Montgomery County Commissioners voted to approve an emergency hoteling program in Pottstown for individuals...
Bianca Ruiz has been named Director of the S.M.I.L.E program at Opportunity House.
Bianca Ruiz has been named Director of the S.M.I.L.E program at Opportunity House. In this role, Ruiz is responsible for program development of the S.M.I.L.E program. This program is a key component of the Opportunity House Shelter Services. S.M.I.L.E. stands for...
Reuse & Recycle at Opportunity House
One of the cornerstones of Opportunity House is its Reuse & Recycle Program. This program has helped to reuse, repurpose, and recycle over a million pounds of material including clothing, furniture, books, CDs, DVDs, shoes, belts, bedding, housewares, and small...
The Power of Life Skills Training–Opportunity House
A vital part of the S.M.I.L.E. program at Opportunity House is working to equip clients with valuable life skills training and abilities. Self-reliance is key for success and clients must be ready for the day they re-enter and start their journeys to become stably...
SUCCESS STORY
Building a Foundation for a Bright Future: Parker and Ray’s Story
Parker and Ray’s story shows the realities of homelessness—and how love, resilience, and support from Valley Youth House helped them rebuild their future.