OIC of America, Inc.

History
Founded in 1964 by the late Reverend Doctor Leon Howard Sullivan, OICA has grown into a movement with 44 affiliated programs in 22 states and the District of Columbia that has served over 2.5 million disadvantaged, unemployed, underemployed and under-skilled, at-risk youth and adults.
 
Mission 
OIC of America provides low-income people with the tools and support to overcome barriers to economic opportunity and social justice in America. 

Vision 
We envision a world in which all people are contributing members of their families and communities. Through our efforts and theirs, our participants break the cycle of poverty, creating a more just society. 

Participants 
We help people who have not been able to succeed through traditional means. We serve youth and adults, with programs targeted to the needs of each group.