As long as you are 18 years of age or older, identify as a woman or a trans individual, and reside in the state of New York, you are qualified to receive our services at no cost to you.

In order to utilize our free services, you must “become a client” of Women’s Opportunity Center. As you can imagine, “becoming a client” involves some paperwork! We will ask you personal and demographic questions and collect documentation from you. All our questions are designed to satisfy our lenders. We must prove we serve real members of our community, and that we are providing the services we say we are.

What does this whole client journey look like for you? Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of what to expect!

1. Submit an online inquiry!(Click Here!)

2. Make an appointment to with our Resource Navigator and complete your initial client paperwork. (You’ll sign a confidentiality form, our appointments policy, review an authorization letter, a demographic questionnaire, etc.)

3. Schedule an appointment to meet with our Life Coach!

4. You & your coach will talk about where you’ve been, where you are, and where you’d like to be. You’ll determine the frequency and duration of your visits. Women’s Opportunity Center does not restrict the number of sessions you can utilize.

5. Programs & Trainings - You & your coach will assess programming available through WOC and your community members and help get you enrolled in services that will benefit you

6. Close your case. When you feel you are satisfied and no longer in need of assistance, we will close your case with us.

7. Become a success story!‍ ‍Share your experience with us and with your friends and family! Encourage those around you to give us a try, as well.

Q: If you don’t have clothes in my size, can you get me the right size?
A: Yes! If you are in need of a specific size, please let us know in advance. We have access to Ithaca’s inventory, but we will need time to procure your items.

Q: Can I bring my child with me to an appointment?
A: Absolutely!

Q: Can WOC come pick me up?
A: Regrettably not. At this time, we have no way to transport people or items in Syracuse.

Q: Do you have a computer I can use?
A: We have a computer available for our clients to use during an appointment with us. We do not have any computers available to loan; they cannot leave the building.

Q: Do you offer computer courses?
A: We do not do any direct teaching regarding computers. We do, however, know of several resources in the area where you CAN take computer courses!

Q: Can you help me get to work?
A: We have a bus pass program available. We can provide you Centro bus passes for up to three months. We may also know of other organizations with Rideshare options. Reach out for more details!

Are you looking for a place to host a workshop? Do you need to spread information out into the community about your organization? Hooray! you’re in the right spot! WOC Syracuse is always looking to host new workshops and in-services!

The most efficient way to get started with this process is to
Click here to submit your proposal!

Our monthly Breakfast Mingles are an exclusive invitation only event! If you or someone you know would like to attend a breakfast mingle but are not receiving the invitation e-mails, please reach out to our Resource Navigator directly! (mmancini@womensopportunity.org) She manages the invitation list. We are always happy to have new organizations at our table!

We post our networking events, as well as our workshops & in services on our Events Calendar! (Click to explore!) We absolutely love coordinating with other local non-profits and human service organizations. If you have an idea for an event, or would like us to join an event of yours, please reach out!