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Welcome To The Economic Opportunity Foundation, Inc.
Since 1965, EOF has mobilized necessary resources to address the causes and conditions of poverty in Wyandotte County to assist low-income residents to move toward self-sufficiency. Partnering with 45 local agencies, including local churches, United Way and the Duchesne Clinic, EOF brings many needed anti-poverty services to Wyandotte County, including:
- Early Childhood Education offering affordable, quality early development services and other supports to low-income families;
- Emergency Assistance helping families obtain needed supports such as utility and rent assistance, food vouchers and mortgage default counseling, to address emergency situations;
- Employment Services working with unemployed residents on job preparation and placement assistance;
- Case Management Services working with low-income families on self-sufficiency and goal achievement; and
- Surplus Commodity Distribution providing food assistance to low-income elderly and disabled individuals.
PROGRAMS
HEAD START
Head Start is a pre-school learning experience for children 3 to 5 years old, from income eligible families. It is 
a family-oriented program designed to provide educational experiences, health services and other opportunities for both children and the families
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HOUSING / EMERGENCY SERVICES
The Social Services Division is responsible for the operation of outreach to the community of Wyandotte County and its low-income population. The Centers serve as a central point in the community to seek out resources for emergency services.
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EMPLOYMENT SERVICES PROGRAM
Training for ways to seek and obtain jobs, as well as 
receive and maintain them.
Contact the Employment Services Program at (913) 371-7800 and schedule an appointment to learn of program requirements and potential jobs!
