The mission of Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow is to help disadvantaged youth and adults recognize their own self-worth, and advance towards self-sufficiency and financial security through job training, academic reinforcement, improved life skills, job placement, and support services. OBT app... More>

Since opening in August of 2007, Red Hook Works has engaged more than 3,500 residents, who have been provided with information and/or services for employment training, assistance with resume creation and enhancement, and referrals to other needed community services. Many clients have faced repeated ... More>

In May 1993, Delfi Bueno, graduated from the Fashion Industry High School, and her only work experience was as a cashier in a local supermarket. She heard about Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow (OBT) through friends and family members, and she decided to give it chance. “I didn’t ... More>

By: Joseph P. Fried HOME FRONT Jamaris Valladares of Brooklyn has never had a formal job interview. "I've only had part-time, minimum - wage jobs, selling and as a cashier," she said. Nevertheless, Ms. Valladares, 22, recently planned a four-day conference in Puerto Rico for a company based i... More>