About Us
At Making Opportunity Count, our community is our team.
Our staff, volunteers, and partners at Making Opportunity Count work passionately to offer a range of essential services and foundational support for those seeking long-term economic stability.
Our mission is to empower individuals and families to achieve economic security by eliminating barriers and creating opportunities. We are dedicated to working alongside individuals and families on their journey to achieve their full potential and build brighter futures.
We are Opportunity in Action.
Making Opportunity Count is a nonprofit community action agency based in North Central Massachusetts dedicated to empowering individuals and families through growth, development, and self-sufficiency. Since 1966, we’ve been leading efforts to create lasting change for people in our communities. Every member of our team is united by a shared vision: to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.
Meet the Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors guides and supports Making Opportunity Count’s mission by providing strategic leadership, oversight, and advocacy for the communities we serve.
Hank Parkinson
Current Vacancy
Jon Bullock
Sharmese Gunn
Ruby Hall
Maryann Kane
Karen Culkeen
Kadysha Villot
Kassandra Vance
Katherine Pham
Theodore Demosthenes
Kelley Prendergast
Madeline Merchant
Eladia Romero
Meagen Donoghue
Jeff Roberge
Board meetings are held at 4:00pm on the second Tuesday of every month at 601 River Street, Fitchburg or virtually. Please call 978-345-7040 in advance of attendance to confirm no cancellations or access virtual link.
A Message From Our Executive Director
“As Executive Director of Making Opportunity Count, I’m proud to be part of an organization that lives its mission every day. For 60 years, we’ve worked alongside our communities to remove barriers and open doors—helping people access the opportunities they need to move forward. What makes this work meaningful is the strength, resilience, and potential we see in every individual and family, and the dedication of our team and partners who help make that progress possible. Together, we’re building stronger communities where opportunity is within reach for everyone.”
– Kevin Reed, Executive Director
Explore our Annual Report to see our impact.
From empowering individuals to fostering community growth, our annual report highlights the achievements, challenges, and progress we’ve made in our mission to create opportunities for all.
Making Opportunity Count in the News.
Community Partners Gather to Support
Access to Winter Heating Assistance
Fitchburg Community Unites to Keep Children
Warm this Winter
Head Start preschoolers’ art displayed at Fitchburg Art Museum
Explore Careers
Visit our Careers page to find a meaningful role that matches your skills, passion, and purpose—make a difference while doing work you love.
Get Involved
Visit our Volunteer page to find a meaningful opportunity where you can give back, connect with others, and make a real difference in your community.
Have questions? Need help? Let’s get in touch.
We’re here to answer any questions you have. Just reach out and a Making Opportunity Count employee will be happy to chat about how our organization can support you.
Phone: 978- 345-7040
Email: info@mocinc.org
Making Opportunity Count Inc.
601 River Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420