The Opportunity Alliance

07/23/2025

Come grab some fresh local produce at our summer farm stand!

07/22/2025

Our 25th Annual Tournament was a huge success! We are so excited to share that we raised over $50,000 to support the important programs of TOA!

Our community is so generous and committed to supporting TOA's mission and keeping basic needs and vital programming available to Mainer's who need it most.

Special thanks to all of our event sponsors, yearlong sponsors and participating teams. We would also like to applaud our amazing golf committee members whose time and attention to detail always makes this a stellar day for everyone.

SERVPRO HUB International Portland Hearts of Pine Nonesuch River Brewing Company LLC Portland Sea Dogs Spring Meadows Golf Club -City Indoor Golf Maine Community Bank

07/22/2025

Posted in the Portland Press Herald - July 17, 2025

The recent news from the Point in Time Count, that showed a drop in the number of people experiencing homelessness (“What’s behind the drop in Maine’s homelessness numbers?” July 14), is encouraging, but there are gaps in the process and it doesn’t paint a full picture. The Opportunity Alliance works diligently to support individuals and families experiencing homelessness in York and Cumberland counties. Unfortunately, we have not seen a decline in demand for these programs.

The Opportunity Alliance’s Homeless Youth Services program supports children and teens who are at risk of homelessness or are currently experiencing it. We support families as they stay on a friend’s couch or are in a hotel. Because they are not always on the street or in a shelter, the more than 50 families we serve at any time are not captured by the data. But they are still affected by homelessness.

Second, I think it’s important to note that it is not uncommon for individuals to decline to participate in the Point in Time Count. It would be speculative to say why, but homelessness comes with a lot of fear of safety, risk of location disclosure and many other factors that many of us could not begin to understand. Participating in this survey may feel like a risk they may not want to take.

While we celebrate wins, let’s not lose sight of all the work that still needs to be done to ensure everyone has safe, secure housing.

Ashley Goulet
Vice President of Operations, The Opportunity Alliance

07/17/2025

At the heart of our organization are our dedicated employees.
You are the backbone of our success. Your hard work, commitment and unwavering dedication play a vital role in helping our clients and making a meaningful difference in their lives daily.

We take pride in you and we celebrate you!

We look forward to many more years of shared success and continued impact. Happy Work Anniversary!

Visit our career page to explore joining our amazing team! www.OpportunityAlliance.org/careers

07/16/2025

Our SOLD OUT Golf for Good tournament is less than a week away and we are so excited for a great day of connection and competition! This annual event would not be possible without the generous support of our community partners - we appreciate and applaud you!

Interested in learning how to partner with us? Contact Anna Roberts at anna-patrice.roberts@opportunityalliance.org today!

07/16/2025

Great ideas Maine SNAP-Ed!

06/26/2025

Pride Portland was an amazing day! We are so grateful for the TOA employees who marched and represented the agency's hope for a loving, inclusive community and provided hundreds of people with resources and information.

06/24/2025

We are beyond proud of our team at The Maine Crisis Line and 988 Maine for their work serving individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis.

Thank you to WGME for helping us spread the word about and the incredibly important service this provides to Mainers in need.

Learn more today: https://988maine.com

The su***de hotline is making a difference when it comes to the country's mental health crisis.

06/12/2025

Exciting Update for our Golf for Good Tournament!

One of our foursomes this year will include a team from Hearts of Pine! This presents a fantastic opportunity to meet the club founder, head coach, assistant coach and a player.

The Portland Hearts of Pine is an American professional soccer team based in Portland. First announced in 2023, the Hearts are midway through their inaugural season playing in USL League One. They reside right in Portland drawing crowds to Fitzpatrick Stadium.

Haven’t registered your foursome yet? Spots are now limited.. so don’t delay!
https://my.onecause.com/organizations/8f41c3c3-f437-4c8e-a1fa-14b21e9e887a/virtual-events/vevt:26badbab-925b-45d7-a395-dedde815fcad

06/09/2025

Are you aware of 988?

A new website launched by the Maine Crisis Line helps connect people in crisis directly with support services.

06/09/2025

It's time to GOLF FOR GOOD on July 21st to support the programs of TOA!

Experience a fun filled day of amazing golf, networking and the fulfillment of knowing you are keeping vital programs and services available in our community.

Foursome slots are filling fast, so don't delay!

Get your team together and sign-up today: https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/8f41c3c3-f437-4c8e-a1fa-14b21e9e887a/events/vevt:26badbab-925b-45d7-a395-dedde815fcad/home/story

06/05/2025

Happy Pride Month!

TOA will be participating in the Pride Portland parade and festival on Saturday, June 21st. Come say hello at our booth during the festival being held in Deering Oaks Park from 1pm - 5pm.