Challenge Workforce Solutions

12/22/2025

Two of Challenge's participants, Annie & Zoe, were selected for Employee of the Month at the YMCA. 🏆

Congratulations to them for this accomplishment, and thank you to the YMCA!

12/02/2025

This , give the gift of opportunity.

For over 50 years, Challenge Workforce Solutions has helped individuals with disabilities and employment barriers find meaningful work and independence.
Your donation today provides job training, workplace partnerships, and essentials like transportation and clothing—opening doors and changing lives.

💼 Every dollar counts:
$25 = Interview-ready attire for one job seeker
$50 = Transportation for a week of work
$100 = Job coaching to ensure success

👉 Donate now and help build brighter futures: aboutchallenge.org/donate
Together, we can break down barriers and strengthen our community.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Challenge Workforce Solutions!

We’re grateful for the incredible individuals and businesses we partner with to create opportunities and build stronger communities. Wishing you a holiday filled with gratitude, connection, and joy. 🦃🍁

11/25/2025

This holiday season, help break down barriers and build brighter futures! 🌟

Your gift to Challenge provides job training, workplace partnerships, and essentials for individuals with disabilities and employment barriers.

Donate today and make a difference 🏅
aboutchallenge.org/donate

11/11/2025

At Challenge, we pause to recognize the incredible courage, dedication, and sacrifice of all veterans. Your service has safeguarded our freedoms and strengthened our communities, and for that, we are deeply grateful. ❤️

Today, we say thank you, not just for what you’ve done, but for the example you set for all of us. Your commitment reminds us of the values that unite and inspire. 🏅

10/21/2025

Last Friday, individuals and staff from Challenge gathered to celebrate achievements, connect with one another and the community, and reflect on the growth and memories we have created over the past year. A wonderful time was had by all! 🎉

🏆 Congratulations to our Award winners! 🏆

We’re proud to recognize the outstanding contributions of:

Achievement Award Winners:
Jeff K.
Joel A.
Bolton O.
Anne E.

Community Partner of the Year:
GreenStar

Employee of the Year Winners:
Althea Porter
Nicole Chaffee

🏅And further congratulations to our milestone achievers:
Carrie Buchanan - 15 years of service
Angkana Nathabheem - 10 years of service

Thank you for being an essential part of our operation—and a heartfelt thanks to our supporters who help keep our mission moving forward! 💪🌟

10/16/2025

Since 1968, Challenge has connected Tompkins County employers with dedicated workers. 🤝

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To learn more about our programs, contact: Briggs Seekins, Director of Employment and Vocational Services, 607-272-8990, ext. 511145.

Businesses and organizations are already seeing the positive outcomes from hiring people with developmental disabilities. OPWDD and other New York State agen...

09/02/2025

🎉 Big news! 🎉

Challenge has officially moved into our new office space! We celebrated with an exciting ribbon cutting alongside our friends from the Tompkins Chamber, revealing the new workspace to our amazing community. Here's to new beginnings and creating even more opportunities together! 💙👏

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July!!

07/01/2025

July is Disability Pride Month — and at Challenge, we’re celebrating progress, pride, and potential.

At Challenge, we believe pride is found in purpose. In showing up. In getting hired. In being seen not for what someone can’t do — but for everything they can.

This month, and every month, we stand with our community in building a future where barriers fall and people rise.

04/07/2025

❄️🥶 Team Challenge took the plunge—literally! They braved the icy waters for the Polar Plunge, all to support the Special Olympics. Huge shoutout to Jimmy, who led the charge and helped raise $295 for this amazing cause! 💙

We’re proud of their bravery, teamwork, and willingness to step up for a great cause. Way to go, Team Challenge! 💪🔥

02/26/2025

🌊❄️ Get ready to take the plunge for a great cause! ❄️🌊

Join us for the Ithaca Polar Plunge on Saturday, March 22 at Taughannock State Park Beach in Trumansburg, NY!

🔹 Registration: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
🔹 Plunge Time: 12:00 PM

We're diving into the icy waters to support Special Olympics New York 💙

Want to help? You can donate by visiting: http://events.nyso.org/goto/challengeindustries

Let’s make a splash for an incredible cause!