‘Kids For Kids’: A Children’s Volunteer Event

We are proud to be partnering with the Junior League of the Oranges and Short Hills, Inc. (JLOSH) on their second annual ‘Kids For Kids’ Children’s Volunteer Event. ‘Kids For Kids’, organized by JLOSH, and supported in part by the Investors Foundation, brings together local groups, including Opportunity Project, for a morning of hands-on volunteering […]

Opportunity Project Recognizes The 2011 Millburn High School Football Team For Their “Play Smart” Project

Carol Albanese, Executive Director of Opportunity Project presented the 2011 Millburn High School Football Team with a community service award for their “PLAY SMART” project at the 2011 Awards Dinner Program held at the Short Hills Club on December 2, 2011. The team partnered with Opportunity Project and the United Way of Millburn Short Hills […]

Teaching Kids Bicycle Safety and Helmet Awareness

Several months ago, Brandon Hamilton, a 17 year old Millburn teen was looking for a community service project to fulfill the requirements for his Eagle Badge. He approached Carol Albanese, Executive Director of Opportunity Project,Inc. in Millburn to ask how he could volunteer.  Ms. Albanese told him “we have the perfect project for you”. Carol Albanese […]

BlueJean Day 2011 Brings The Community Together To Raise Awareness About Brain Injury and Prevention

Opportunity Project promoted Brain Injury Awareness Month by holding its annual Blue Jean Day event.  The event focuses on brain injury community awareness and education, while raising funds for Opportunity Project’s programs and services.  The mission of Opportunity Project is to empower persons with brain injuries to achieve: self esteem; self determination; personal growth; independence; […]