Opportunity Center

ADVOCAP’s Opportunity Center in Fond du Lac is a safe and welcoming space for low-income individuals to access a wide array of support services. Whether someone needs help navigating complex systems, accessing basic necessities, or simply finding a safe place to spend the day, the Center is there to provide assistance. Since opening in late 2024, staff at Opportunity Center have provided tailored assistance to nearly 150 individuals in our city and are actively working to foster pathways out of poverty, one person at a time.

Opportunity Center details

Location:
19 W. 1st Street, Fond du Lac
(Entrance in back of building)
Center Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Contact Center Staff:
OppCenter@advocap.org
920-922-7760
Download Opportunity Center Info Sheet

How does the Opportunity Center work?

Through a comprehensive intake process, ADVOCAP staff assess an individual’s needs and connect them with relevant organizations and resources. Staff help to break down barriers and navigate the system, finding long-term, holistic solutions. The Center currently offers support in these areas:

  • Meeting basic needs: The Center connects each person with FoodShare, medical insurance, clothing and hygiene products, and cell phone and email registration.
  • Shelter assistance: The Center helps individuals find temporary shelter, particularly for those with health concerns or those who face legal consequences by sleeping on public property.
  • Employment support: Staff work with participants to improve resumes, search for better-paying job opportunities, prep for interviews, and build skills to achieve economic stability.
  • Mental health and wellness: ADVOCAP connects individuals to specialized services, addressing areas including substance use disorders, trauma, and mental health needs.

Supporting the Opportunity Center

There are many ways you can help make a difference in our community.

The Opportunity Center’s transformative work has been fueled by the generosity of private donors, but the growing demand requires additional support to sustain its efforts. There are many ways you can help:

  • Donate essential items: Consider donating and dropping off items from the Opportunity Center immediate needs list or Amazon list. Items can be dropped off or delivered to ADVOCAP: 19 W 1st Street, Fond du Lac 54935.
    • Our immediate needs list includes protein-based food items such as: Protein bars, Granola bars, Breakfast drinks, Breakfast bars, Protein packs (any variety), Trail mix, Single peanut butter pouches, Beef jerky, Tuna pouches, Protein shakes
  • Financial contributions: Monetary donations and gift cards (Amazon, Walmart) enable the Center to address immediate, personalized needs of individuals including clothing and personal care items.
  • Donate meals: The Center provides food for breakfast and lunch for those in the Center. Donated meals are always welcome and appreciated. We would love to partner with restaurants to provide meals on a monthly basis. 
  • Volunteer your time and/or skills: ADVOCAP welcomes individuals or groups who can lend their time to support operations at the Center, or who can volunteer specific skills that can benefit our participants.
  • Spread the word: Share ADVOCAP’s mission to encourage community-wide support.