Pinellas Opportunity Council, Inc. (POC) is a non-profit organization based in Tarpon Springs, FL, dedicated to alleviating poverty and revitalizing local communities. By mobilizing resources, POC develops and implements programs that address the diverse needs of individuals, families, and communities, promoting self-sufficiency and delivering an array of services.
POC offers various programs, including the Youth Development Program, which equips low-income, academically talented youth with essential skills for workforce readiness, leadership, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. Additionally, POC provides emergency assistance through the Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program, Emergency Services Program, and Chore Services Program (now transferred to the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco Pinellas, Inc.). The organization also offers the Family Development Program, helping participants achieve self-sufficiency through case management, life skills training, financial literacy classes, and job search support. Lastly, POC's Getting Ahead Program empowers individuals in poverty to plan for a stable and secure future through a 15-session evidence-based course.
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