We are thrilled to share the exciting news that Opportunity Knock$ has been honored with the prestigious Silver Telly Award for Best Reality Television Program in the 44th Annual Telly Awards. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the show's excellence in media and its transformative impact on viewers like you.
As a viewer, you have witnessed the power of its storytelling and the inspiring journeys of families striving to achieve their dreams.
The Silver Telly Award win is a celebration of the humanity in the extraordinary series. Opportunity Knock$ is a social justice production with the goal to be "life-changing TV."
"I am incredibly proud of the entire cast and crew of Opportunity Knock$," said Jamie Strayer, series Creator. "Their dedication and hard work, under the exceptional leadership of executive producer and Showrunner Brian Spoor, have brought this vision to life."
The transformative power of Opportunity Knock$ extends beyond the television screen, thanks to The Opportunity Finder. Created by Wave2, this transformational tool empowers viewers to replicate the success of the families featured in the series. It provides access to nonprofit resources, CDFIs and credit unions that help individuals make and keep more of their own money, overcome challenges to build better lives.
Distributed to public television stations nationally and through PBS Passport by American Public Television and presenting station WXXI, Opportunity Knock$ continues to reach audiences across the country. Opportunity Knock$ was made possible by underwriters including Balance, Callahan & Associates, and the National Council for Financial Opportunities.
It is through the collective efforts of the production team, including executive producers Strayer, Spoor and Jenn George Hunter, funders, distribution partners, and Wave2, that the impact of this series has resonated with viewers like you.
Thank you for being a part of the Opportunity Knock$ community. Your support has made this achievement possible, and we look forward to sharing more transformative stories with you in the future.