Employer Services
Welcome to the Challenge Website. Challenge, a nonprofit, vocational services
organization, was founded in 1968 to offer employment and placement
opportunities to individuals who face barriers to employment. Beginning with
what used to be known as a sheltered workshop, Challenge has matured to be an
agency that serves a very wide range of individuals whose abilities are
successfully employed by a large number of businesses, agencies, and
institutions in Tompkins County. Challenge has also used its entrepreneurial
spirit to expand and add to its own small businesses that offer integrated
employment opportunities.
A
recent example of this spirit is our hydroponic greenhouse operating under the
trade name, Finger Lakes Fresh. Produce is now shipped, year round, all over the
northeast. There is a link to the Finger Lakes Fresh web site on this page.
Challenge operates small businesses to both offer employment opportunities and
to generate funds that help to support its work.
Our intention with this web site is to acquaint you with our wide array of
vocational services for individuals who need assistance. In addition to Finger
Lakes Fresh you can find information on Challenge business services at
www.e-challenge.biz.
While Challenge has grown, the fundamental mission has remained constant. It is
our belief that every individual has the capacity to contribute to his community
and as we contribute, we grow. Challenge is in the business of helping
individuals to utilize their strengths.
Once again, welcome,
Patrick J. McKee
President