Opportunity for Work & Learning

Opportunity for Work & Learning

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We partner with businesses & communities to assist people in obtaining & maintaining employment.

Opportunity for Work and Learning (OWL) was created in 1961 as a workshop for individuals with severe disabilities. Over the years, we broadened our focus to community-based employment services and expanded our programming to include individuals with all types of factors affecting their ability to obtain and maintain employment. These factors include physical disabilities, mental illness, intellec

03/20/2026

We are seeking a hands-on, mission-aligned Finance Director to serve as the senior financial officer across OWL and its manufacturing subsidiary, the Lexington Manufacturing Center.

This is a role for a financial leader who thrives in complexity, someone equally comfortable with nonprofit compliance and manufacturing cost accounting, and who sees strong financial systems as the foundation of mission impact.

Learn more and apply ➡️ Link in comments

Autism Informed Employer Episode 3 03/19/2026

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02/17/2026

Inclusive hiring is smart hiring.

We connect employers with dependable, talented jobseekers who are eager to work and bring unique strengths to the workforce.

Have an opening? Contact us!

Two Minutes Trainings on Autism for Employers 02/17/2026

A new Autism Informed Employers Video Series just announced by the Kentucky Employment First Council and Innovative Supports for Autistic Workers!

Check out the first episode, "Why Hire Autistic Workers?".

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01/26/2026
01/23/2026

Opportunity for Work & Learning and Lexington Manufacturing Center locations will be closed for in-person services on Monday.

For assistance, please call 859.254.0576.

Take care, everyone!

01/23/2026

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This group represents a combined 140 years of service and countless contributions.

Our honorees (left to right):
⭐Jayne - 5 Years
⭐Sara - 20 Years
⭐Nancy - 40 Years
⭐Debbie - 45 Years
⭐Edgar -20 Years
⭐Binwa - 5 Years
⭐Dallas - 5 Years

We’re proud to celebrate these incredible team members who recently reached employment milestones.

01/06/2026

We’re looking for a bold, mission-driven leader to become our next CEO. Interested in guiding one of Kentucky’s most unique nonprofits into its next chapter? Learn more and apply (link in comments).

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from all of us at Opportunity for Work & Learning and Lexington Manufacturing Center!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Photos from UK Federal Credit Union's post 12/22/2025

Thank you to our friends at UK Federal Credit Union for this generous donation! Your support helps us build a supported, inclusive, and sustainable workforce.

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650 Kennedy Road
Lexington, KY
40511

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm