Opportunity Enterprises

02/19/2026

A huge THANK YOU to the incredible volunteers from Lerner and Rowe, Shear Envious Valparaiso, Valparaiso Nazarene Church, JCPenney Salon, and The Fade Parlor (Valparaiso) for helping our clients look and feel absolutely spiffy for Night to Shine! 💙

Night to Shine is a glamorous evening hosted by Valparaiso Nazarene Church that honors and celebrates the value of individuals with special needs. Before the big event, OE creates a special space where our clients can get pampered, polished, and all dolled up — and our amazing volunteers are the heart behind it all.

From fresh cuts and styled hair to big smiles and confidence boosts, you helped make the night unforgettable. Thank you for sharing your time, talents, and kindness. 💫

02/16/2026

OE would like to thank the members of our 2025 Champions of Change small business giving circle! These local business owners share our belief that a viable community is one that works together to ensure everyone’s success!

Pacesetters:
Ardagh Group
Lauer Wealth
Legacy Sign Group
VRQ LLC

Luminary:
Shannon C. Lee and Associates, P.C.

02/12/2026

We want to thank Joe Arroyo again for choosing to raise funds for OE during his time as a Delta Dude. We are so honored. We are also proud to share that Joe won the “Biggest Heart” Award.💚

02/11/2026

OE thanks our 2025 Pillars of Potential leadership-giving circle donors! Pillars of Potential supports our educational day programs where individuals can actively learn and engage in meaningful, educational programming that increase communication, socialization skills and independence.

Thank you Pillar of Potential Donors!

Class Pillar:
BMO
William and Jennie Finik
Claire Gagan
Tom and Susan Grimes

Educational Pillar:
Anonymous
Chad and Beth Casbon
Forszt Brothers Charitable Foundation
Friend of OE
Kotys Wealth Professionals
McMillan Family Foundation
Scott and Lanie Steinwart

02/05/2026

OE had the privilege of celebrating a truly special group of donors—our incredible employees! Thanks to their generosity, the 2025 Employee Giving Campaign raised an estimated $32,000+ in support of our mission.

We are beyond grateful to work alongside such a dedicated and compassionate team who truly believe in the work we do. A heartfelt thank you to each and every one of you!

A special shoutout to Strack & Van Til for providing a delicious lunch and thank you to the MAAC Foundation for allowing us to host this special event in their space. We appreciate your continued support!

02/04/2026

We’re grateful to Hasse Construction Company, Inc. for their generous $5,000 leadership gift and for joining Opportunity Enterprises’ Pillars of Potential Leadership Giving Circle. This gift supports the educational curriculum in OE’s four Day Programs, helping individuals with disabilities build skills, confidence, and independence. President and Co-Owner of Hasse Construction, Bill Hasse, recently visited OE to personally present the gift to our President & CEO, Neil Samahon. This is such a meaningful moment reflecting Hasse Construction’s commitment to inclusive opportunities for people of all abilities.

Thank you, Hasse Construction, for believing in what's possible when a community comes together.

02/03/2026

Thank you to all who voted Opportunity Enterprises in January! We are so honored & grateful.😊

🎉 Congratulations to our January "Vote For Your Charity" contest winner, Opportunity Enterprises! 🎉
😄 Opportunity Enterprises is a non-profit organization that strives to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their fullest potential and live a full, enriching life.
✨ Thank you to the amazing charities and voters who participated in our January contest!
✨ If your favorite charity did not win our January competition, nominate them for our February "Vote For Your Charity" contest!
✨ We'll be accepting nominations until February 15th, and voting for our contest will take place from February 16th through February 28th.
✨ The February winner will take home a $500 prize!
✨ View our charity contest rules here: https://bit.ly/340phTk!

01/26/2026

Day Programs will be closed Monday, January 26th due to predicted temperatures.

All other services & programs will operate as usual. Stay warm!

01/24/2026

The NWI Travel Show sponsored by CS Elements Travel is HERE! Join OE and our partners at CS Elements Travel today at the Porter County Expo Center! Come explore vacation options, chat with travel experts, and support OE all in one place. Entry is just $5, and every dollar is donated to OE’s programs and services. Bonus! Extra donations = an extra door prize ticket! Stop by, say hello, and join us on this exciting journey!

12–5 PM
Porter County Expo Center

01/23/2026

We’re beyond excited to share that Opportunity Enterprises is opening a cafe at the Valparaiso Family YMCA - OE Cafe!

This partnership is so much more than a new cafe — it’s an incredible opportunity to create meaningful employment, build skills, and expand inclusion in the heart of our community. We are deeply grateful to the YMCA for believing in our mission and opening their doors to the talents and potential of the people we serve.

The cafe will open in February. Stop by for Frozen Garden smoothies, iced coffees, teas, snacks, popcorn and more, and be part of something that’s brewing with purpose.

Together, we’re creating opportunity — one cup (or snack) at a time!