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WHO WE ARE
Georgia Center for Opportunity is independent and non-partisan. We are dedicated to increasing opportunities for a quality education, fulfilling work, and a healthy family life for all Georgians.
“I think GCO is most effective at identifying barriers to opportunity and developing both public policy and community-based solutions to those barriers.”
Steve ButlerDonor
“The Smart Steps class was the beginning of our journey and exposure to helping families and couples.”
Joyce AuldHealthy Families Initiative participant and mentor
“GCO’s research on Parental Accountability Courts made the case for their effectiveness and helped pave the way for their growth in the state.”
Brian AmeroHenry County Superior Court Judge
“It’s an honor and a privilege to be working with a group of people who all share a passion and a vision for improving conditions for those in need.”
Eric CochlingExecutive Vice President & General Counsel, GCO
FEATURED STORIES
A Community Responds to Need (or Good News You’ll Never See in Mainstream Media)
A Community Responds to Need (or Good News You’ll Never See in Mainstream Media) By Eric Cochling Just seven months in and it’s fair to say that 2020 has been one of the most disastrous years in modern American history. The very...
Highlighting Legislation Passed in the 2020 Georgia Legislative Session
Highlighting Legislation Passed in the 2020 Georgia Legislative Session By Buzz Brockway Ordinarily, the Georgia Legislature would have wrapped up its 40-day legislative session by the end of March. But 2020 is no ordinary year. As the pandemic spread, the Legislature...
Now more than ever, we need authentic compassion
Now more than ever, we need authentic compassion By Katherine Greene“Our human compassion binds us to one another—not in pity or patronizingly, but as human beings who have learnt how to turn our common suffering into hope for the future.” We have a unique opportunity...
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"It’s the biggest good news story in my community, but almost no one knows about it. It’s a story of people (with #diversity of race, gender, income, political views, and faith) coming together to help alleviate and prevent suffering."
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A Community Responds to Need (or Good News You’ll Never See in Mainstream Media)
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Through the partner organizations working through the LRC (organized and led by Impact46), our groups have provided case management (Village of Hope and St. Vincent de Paul), housing stability (the Lawrenceville Housing Authority), food security (the Lawrenceville Cooperative Ministry), mentoring an...GCO ON TWITTER
(1/5) The U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling today upholding the #Montana tax-credit scholarship program for private schools and striking down state #Blaine amendments that prohibit students from using these scholarships to attend religious schools. https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/19pdf/18-1195_g314.pdf #gapol
GCO ON INSTAGRAM
"It’s the biggest good news story in my community, but almost no one knows about it. It’s a story of people (with #diversity of race, gender, income, political views, and faith) coming together to help alleviate and prevent suffering."
https://georgiaopportunity.org/a-community-responds-to-need-or-good-news-youll-never-see-in-mainstream-media/
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It's an opportunity for change, so join us at https://hiringwelldoinggood.com/.
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Wish everyone safety and happiness this 4th of July weekend!
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Be more with #HWDG! https://hiringwelldoinggood.com/
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The job market has changed, and so is the way people are seeking employment. Join us as we change the landscape for the un-and underemployed in Georgia.
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Join @BuzzBrockway and @JamieLord as they recap the recent legislative session for us today at 4 p.m. EST. https://www.facebook.com/gaopportunity/live/
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Don't miss what is happening in #ColumbusGA
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It's time we come together for our communities and double our impact. If you donate right now your gift will be doubled. Please help us create pathways to success for ALL people. GIVE NOW: http://georgiaopportunity.org/match
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A little #compassion can go a long way.
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Healthy boundaries = healthy relationships and families. Join us in learning more from our VP of family formation @JoyceMayberry.
https://georgiaopportunity.org/boundaries-define-us/
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In the wake of #COVID19 more communities are coming together to meet the immediate need for jobs. In #ColumbusGA we're working with strong partners like Open Door Community House Inc., Goodwill Industries of the Southern Rivers, and #ChattahoocheeValleyPovertyReductionCoalition. Join us on this week's episode of #BreakthroughPodcast as we dive into conversation with @EricCochling where he breaks down the barriers and gives a better understanding of how @HiringWellDoingGood is changing lives and the Columbus community.
https://youtu.be/CC0UqRsP2P8
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We're so grateful to have examples of strong fathers at #GCO. To all the dads out there, we love you and appreciate you! #HappyFathersDay
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Enjoy every moment of being a parent - both the good and the bad. They're only little for a short time. #HappyFathersDay
For more resources on parenting check out https://georgiaopportunity.org/initiatives/hfi-english/
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#FridayFunny #Laughteristhebestmedicine so share some laughter today!
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#Georgia is center of attention as the conversation around #humanrights and #lawenforcement continues. @BuzzBrockway shares some ideas to restoring trust through #civilassetforfeiture reforms.
https://georgiaopportunity.org/to-rebuild-trust-in-law-enforcement-we-must-reform-civil-asset-forfeiture-laws/
Consider making your #fathersday purchases on AmazonSmile and designating #GCO as Your Charity of Choice!
We celebrate dads on June 21, you might be interested in knowing that our #HFI has provided relationship skills training to men by partnering with organizations such as #NoLongerBound.
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Don't miss the #live update with Buzz Brockway For Georgia tomorrow at 4 p.m. EST. He will be discussing the return of the #legislativesession and top priorities for #gapol.
https://www.facebook.com/gaopportunity/live/
Dads make a big difference! #HappyFathersDay
For more resources on parenting check out https://georgiaopportunity.org/initiatives/hfi-english/
#strongdad #hero #lovemydad #fathersday #father #dad #love #family #daddy #fathers #fatherandson #fatherhood #fathersdaygifts #fatherson #fatherdaughter #dadlife #surpriseplanner #fatheranddaughter #gift
Our friends and #NoLongerBound are building men - strong men - who are using the skills and resources they learn through organization and through workshops with #HFI.
LOCATION
Georgia Center for Opportunity
Suite 210
Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
Phone: 770-242-0001
Fax: 770-242-0501
