KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — Rumors that the sheltered workshop in Kirksville is closing may become a reality if current financial circumstances don't improve soon.
That message coming from the board that oversees the organization.
The Frederick Rollins Sheltered Workshop, now known as Community Opportunities Inc., on South Osteopathy Street, has been around for 54 years.
It provides a safe working environment and meaningful employment for many individuals with developmental disabilities.
Right now, 47 disabled men and women, are employed by the workshop.
A number of issues are playing into the uncertain future of the organization.
The board said in a statement on Friday that the extremely important SB40 grant funds have apparently come to an end.
Officials say the SB40 Board has determined that Community Opportunities Inc. does not meet the requirements to receive the benefits of SB40 tax funds.
The Community Opportunities Board also said uncontrollable inflation, instability in service market prices and business fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic have contributed to the drying up of financial resources.
The board said it is diligently working to maintain employment services for the sheltered workshop's disabled workers.
Members encourage the public to support the sheltered workshop by dropping off their recyclables, scheduling a car-detailing session or using other services offered and by making monetary donations to the 501 (c)(3) workshop.
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