Offers business professionals who utilize or provide communication services opportunities for professional development and networking. Provides seminars, webinars and teleconferences on topics ranging from creating more effective websites to developing better interpersonal skills. Call for specific events.

* Provides an array of services that include the following: 4-H Youth Development - Cooperative Extension's national youth development program serves youth 5-19 years old. It reaches boys and girls who are members of organized 4-H clubs, participants in special interest groups and as students in after-school and school enrichment programs. 4-H helps young people to learn by doing, develop leadership talents, gain new knowledge, skills and attitudes, and explore career opportunities model positive citizenship and share experiences with youth and adult leaders. SNAP Ed Northern Finger Lakes- A nutrition education program to assist residents of the county to improve diet quality, increase food security, improve food safety and enhance food resource management. Lessons presented to groups or individuals provide information about menu planning, shopping and safe and healthy food preparation. Environment Education - Support is provided to residents and local communities as a resource for questions related to the environment. Organizes and partners to conduct five annual recycling events. Master Gardener Program - Trained volunteers provide a seasonal help line for county residents to answer gardening problems and encourages environmentally sound gardening practices. Hot-line is staffed by our volunteers (May1st thru mid-October): Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 10:00AM-12:00PM. Agriculture Programs - Education programs to support the viability and profitability of agriculture and related businesses, including Field Crops & Plant Sciences (corn, hay, small grains, soybeans, cover crops), soil testing, soil fertility and pH, nutrient management, pest management, pesticide applicator certification, manure management, renewable energy, and organic crop production. Dairy & Animal Sciences include animal husbandry (dairy, livestock, and poultry), pastures and grazing, organic dairy operations, farm safety, Ag business management and marketing, crop insurance and risk management. Free phone consultations on all questions related to crop production and animal husbandry, with site visits as needed. Volunteer Opportunities: Many opportunities exist for adults who enjoy youth and are willing to volunteer some time to help them grow and learn new skills. The 4-H staff provides leader training and abundant project materials. Latest focus is on S.T.E.M (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and Choose Health lifestyle curriculums.

Certified professionals staff the SBDC at Binghamton. Their knowledge and experience provide expert counseling and training to address the myriad problems inherent in the start-up and operation of a business.The SBDC staff has access to the faculty, staff, students and other resources of Binghamton University as well as private and public consultants, agencies and the Small Business Development Center Research Network in Albany.

Offers a full range of services and activities for adults and children including computer access, story programs for preschoolers, programs for seniors, and summer reading clubs for children and teens. Also provides computer and technology classes and one-on-one instruction, a career networking group, and processes passport applications.

Provides an informal source of information and support for East End business and professional women. Offers monthly dinner meetings from September to June with guest speakers. Produces newsletters, membership directory and brochure. Offers members scholarships and a Teen Scholarship competition for high school senior girls.

A business development and networking association dedicated to helping small to mid-size businesses dramatically increase sales by providing business connections and resources. Various sites throughout Nassau and Suffolk County. Check website.

works to develop and maintain the historic central core of downtown Ithaca as an attractive and vital business center supports projects to serve downtown development and support women in business monthly lunch meetings with program/speaker awards annual community gifts and a scholarship to Leadership Tompkins Program

Advances philanthropy and the fundraising profession through education, training and advocacy, including: networking opportunities educational sessions with area experts workshops with nationally-recognized speakers annual National Philanthropy Day.

FSP exists as a community of credentialed professionals whose common purpose is to serve their clients ethically. Local chapters and national society provide world-class resources and knowledge that help members build their professional networks, enhance their knowledge base, and grow their practices. A multidisciplinary network of Credentialed Financial professionals who help individuals, families and businesses achieve financial security. Call or visit website for additional information.