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Burritos for a Cause! Join us on May 14th, from 4-8 PM at the Chipotle in Glenville (231 Saratoga Rd) and help support CAPTAIN CHS!
Chipotle will generously donate 25% of sales back to our programs that empower local youth, families, and seniors. Be sure to present our fundraising flyer to the cashier to ensure your sales are counted towards the donation!
Click here for our flyer & for more info https://buff.ly/qP3TDi2
Ordering online or through the app? Enter our promo code before making payment to make sure your order counts.
Let’s make every bite count for our community!
We have the best motivational tips and tricks to keep you motivated for the end of the school year. Don’t give up yet—stay encouraged with these easy ideas.
»May 2025 Specials«
May 1st - 4th » Clothing 50% Off
May 5th » All Items 50% Off
May 6th » Shoes $2.00 each
May 7th » Purses $2.00 each
May 8th » Clothing $2.00 each
May 9th » Jewelry 50% Off
May 10th - 18th » Household 50% Off
May 19th - 24™ » Clothing 50% Off
May 25th & 26th Closed for Memorial Day Holiday
May 27" - 31 » Anything Red, White or Blue 50% Off
*Discounts apply to items over $1.00*
Luckily, there are a few tips and tricks to encourage picky eaters young and old to try new foods. Check out these helpful hints to (hopefully) try new things.
Turns out, even the smallest steps can have an impact. This Earth Day, consider your ecological footprint and enact these seven green ways to embrace today.
Despite their age, children can have a powerful impact in the community, if only we encourage them to do so. Here are four reasons kids should start volunteering young.
TODAY IS THE DAY! Join us on TODAY from 4:00-8:00 PM at the Panera Bread in Clifton Park and help support CAPTAIN CHS!
Panera will generously donate 25% of sales back to our programs that empower local youth, families, and seniors. Be sure to present our fundraising flyer to the cashier to ensure your sales are counted towards the donation!
Click here for our flyer & for more info https://buff.ly/EzIXfvQ
Ordering online, through the app, or at a kiosk? Enter our promo code: FUND4U before paying to make sure your order counts.
Let’s make this a night full of good food for a great cause!
Volunteer Appreciation Month
Poetry is a cultural art form that combines the beauty of literature with an artistic sense of musicality. This National Poetry Month, you can celebrate by trying these 13 ideas.
Hop on over for our 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt with Raymour & Flanigan! Join us TOMORROW Sunday, April 6th, from 1 PM– 3 PM for a fun-filled day of egg hunting, refreshments, and springtime surprises. Along with a monetary contribution from Raymour & Flanigan, all donation from this event will benefit Cheryl's Lodge!
Wow! What an incredible Day of Giving!
A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out last week to support CAPTAIN CHS at Jersey Mike’s locations across the Capital Region. Your generosity, your kindness, and your love for our community made this day truly special.
A special shout-out to the amazing employees at all 14 locations—your hard work and enthusiasm made this event a success, and we are beyond grateful for your support.
Check out the photos: https://buff.ly/WV63iyd
Because of YOU, we can continue to help local kids, families, and seniors in need. THANK YOU for making a difference!
CAPTAIN’s Runaway Homeless Youth Shelter March 2025 Newsletter
Peace Camp is a free summer camp that promotes teamwork, cooperation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills. It encourages interpersonal skills and making new friends. Camp includes games, arts and crafts, weekly activities, planned activities, special guess and field trips.
For Shenendehowa students in grades K-5.
To sign up call 518-373-8873 or scan the QR code.
CAPTAIN’s Treasures April 2025 Monthly Specials:
April 1st-6th: Clothing 50% Off
April 7th: All Items 50% Off
April 8th: Shoes & Purses $2.00 Each
April 9th: Easter Items & Baskets 50% Off
April 10th-12th: Clothing 50% Off
April 13th-19th: Household Items 50% Off
CLOSED ON SUNDAY APRIL 20TH FOR EASTER
April 21st: All Frames and Wall Art 50% Off
April 22nd: All Pants $2.00 Each
April 23rd: Jewelry 50% Off
April 24th-30th: Household Items 50% Off
*Shoes & Purses behind register are not included in sales
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
Community Hero Alert! A huge thank you to the Town of Clifton Park and Town Supervisor Phil Barrett for presenting a generous check to Andy Gilpin, Executive Director; Fern Hurley, Associate Executive Director; John Kuznia, CAPTAIN CHS Board President; and Bill Casey. The community leaders of Saratoga County have been incredible supporters of CAPTAIN CHS since our founding. Their unwavering support and financial contributions have empowered our organization to thrive and make a meaningful impact in our communities—together, we are truly changing lives! A heartfelt thank you to Phil Barrett, Clifton Park Town Supervisor; Kevin Tollisen, Halfmoon Town Supervisor; and Anthony Morelli, Deputy Supervisor of Clifton Park, for their continued support and dedication to our mission!
If you want to live a more altruistic life, but aren’t sure where to start, then you’ve come to the right place. Here’s how to find a cause you care about.
Community Hero Alert! A huge THANK YOU to the Zachary Culnan Memorial Family Fund for their unwavering dedication and support of CAPTAIN CHS! Your generosity helps strengthen our community, and we are beyond grateful for your continued commitment to making a difference!
Gratitude Spotlight! A huge THANK YOU to Broadview Federal Credit Union for their incredible generosity & a $5,000 donation to help us in the fight against food insecurity. This support will make a real difference for children, families and seniors in our community, providing access to nutritious meals and essential resources. We are so grateful for partners like Broadview Credit Union who believe in building stronger, healthier communities! Together, we can make a difference!
TODAY IS THE DAY! It’s Jersey Mike’s Day of Giving, and that means 100% of SALES—yes, EVERY dollar from every sub, wrap, and drink—will go directly to CAPTAIN Community Human Services to help kids, families, and seniors in need.
Grab lunch, dinner, or both, and make a difference just by enjoying your favorite sub! Every bite counts. Every order helps.
Visit your local Jersey Mike’s today and be a part of something amazing!
Community Hero Alert! We’re beyond grateful to the Clifton Park Elks #2466 for their generosity and commitment to supporting local youth! Their $2,500 grant will help fund the Runaway & Homeless Youth Shelter, providing critical resources and safe shelter for young people in our community. Thank you, Clifton Park Elks Lodge, for making a meaningful impact!
Turns out, helping others can actually help you live longer. You heard that right: the key to a long and fruitful life might exist in what you give, not in what you get.
Download this week's coupon for supporters of Jersey Mike's Month of Giving!
How can you enjoy the new sunshine of the season? Here are some ideas for how to live your best altruistic life and celebrate sunshine on the first day of spring.
Download this week's coupon for supporters of Jersey Mike's Month of Giving!
National Plant a Flower Day is the perfect start to the new season, so if you want to get involved, there are a few ways to join. Here’s how you can give back today.
CAPTAIN’s Runaway and Homeless Youth Shelter, January Newsletter
Download this week's coupon for supporters of Jersey Mike's Month of Giving!
Today we dive into the history behind this month and how you can get involved, give back and build a better world by celebrating National Women’s History Month.
Download this weekend's coupon for supporters of Jersey Mike's Month of Giving!
CAPTAIN's Treasures March 2025 Specials
MARCH 1 - 2
Clothing - 50% off
MARCH 3 - 9
Household - 50% off
MARCH 10
Jewelry - 50% off
MARCH 11
All Items - 50% off
MARCH 12
Shoes* - $2 each
MARCH 13
Purses* - $2 each
MARCH 14
All Pants - $2 each
MARCH 15
All Tops - $2 each
MARCH 16
Games - 50% off
MARCH 17
Anything Green - 50% off
MARCH 18 - 23
Clothing - 50% off
MARCH 24 - 31
Household - 50% off
*Shoes & Purses behind register are not included in sales
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
Did you know you can also give by supporting small businesses? Here are some hows, whys and benefits of supporting small businesses for your altruistic lifestyle.
Valentine’s Day at Cheryl’s Lodge
Even if you care about a cause, how can you ensure you’re a good fit for the position? Here are some ideas to help you find the right fit for volunteering.
CAPTAIN’s RHY Program Holiday Newsletter
Wear Red. Raise Awareness. Save Lives.
National Wear Red Day is the signature event of American Heart Month, dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular disease the leading cause of death in women.
On the first Friday in February, we wore red to show our support and spread the message. Join us in making a difference!
Broadview Credit Union took a stand against food insecurity with a generous $5,000 donation to CAPTAIN.
Valentine’s Day can be more than just romantic love, but true, kind, caring love for your neighbors and those in need. How can you lead a more altruistic life this week?
Daily Gazette: Melanie Puorto Conte, of Niskayuna, was honored with the 60th annual Four Chaplains Brotherhood Award from Albany Post 105, the Jewish War Veterans of the United States and Four Chaplains Memorial Service and Brotherhood Award Committee, Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025 at First Reformed Church of Schenectady.
Black History Month is a time to remember, celebrate and commemorate the achievements and contributions by African-American men and women throughout U.S. history.
Recorder: No unsheltered individuals were located by Montgomery County Department of Social Services staff during the annual point-in-time count, but 59 homeless individuals were in local motels or shelters that night.
CAPTAIN's Treasures February 2025 Specials
FEBRUARY 1 - 2
Clothing - 50% off
FEBRUARY 3 - 9
Household - 50% off
FEBRUARY 10
All Items - 50% off
FEBRUARY 11
Shoes* - $2 each
FEBRUARY 12
Purses* - $2 each
FEBRUARY 13
Frames and Wall Art - 50% off
FEBRUARY 14
Jewelry - 50% off
FEBRUARY 15
Arts and Crafts Supplies - 50% off
FEBRUARY 16
Games - 50% off
FEBRUARY 17 - 23
Household - 50% off
FEBRUARY 24 - 28
Clothing - 50% off
*Shoes & Purses behind register are not included in sales
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
It’s true: with a lack of Vitamin D and little time spent outdoors, the winter months can literally make you sad. Luckily, we have some ways to combat seasonal depression.
Check out the photos from a recent Siena Saints game where we celebrated the amazing contributions of our Executive Director, Andy Gilpin!
The Four Chaplains Memorial Service and Brotherhood Award Program will mark its 60th anniversary on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. in the historic Poling Chapel at the First Reformed Church of Schenectady. This longstanding event commemorates the extraordinary bravery and sacrifice of the four chaplains who gave their lives during the sinking of the troopship Dorchester on February 3, 1943. It also celebrates individuals whose service and commitment to the principles of brotherhood merit special recognition.
This year, the Four Chaplains Brotherhood Award will be presented to Melanie Puorto Conte of Niskayuna, N.Y., whose exceptional work has improved the lives of countless women, children, and vulnerable individuals.
Honoring a Lifetime of Advocacy and Service
Melanie Puorto Conte has dedicated her career to uplifting and protecting at-risk populations in her community and beyond. Through her work with CAPTAIN Community Human Services, Safe Inc. of Schenectady, and the Zonta Club of Schenectady, she has been a tireless advocate for women and youth, addressing critical issues such as homelessness, exploitation, and gender inequality.
As the Director of Safe Harbor in Schenectady and Saratoga Counties, Melanie collaborates with local agencies and the Office of Children and Family Services to support runaway, homeless, and vulnerable youth. She also facilitates the Capital Region Anti-Trafficking Task Force, a multi-county initiative aimed at ending human trafficking and providing support to survivors.
In addition to her local efforts, Melanie is a national and international trainer and expert speaker for HEAL to End Trafficking, an organization dedicated to ending human trafficking through education and advocacy. Her work has reached thousands, providing critical training to hospitals, mental health facilities, schools, and other institutions on how to recognize and assist trafficking survivors.
A Legacy of Recognition
Since 1966, Albany Post 105 of the Jewish War Veterans has organized this annual event to honor community members who exemplify the spirit of the Four Chaplains—sacrifice, courage, and unity.
The First Reformed Church of Schenectady is located at 8 North Church Street, just off State Street near the Stockade District. This poignant and inspiring program is open to the public, offering an opportunity to reflect on the values of service and humanity while celebrating a truly remarkable individual.
We're so happy to recognize Melanie Puorto Conte’s outstanding contributions to the community and honor the enduring legacy of the Four Chaplains.
How can we as individuals commemorate Dr. King’s life, and further continue his legacy? Here are some ideas to get started and celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Need help with your taxes? The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is here to offer FREE tax preparation services!
If your income is under $67,000, you may qualify for this service, which is available to income-qualified individuals, people with disabilities, and those who speak limited English. IRS-certified volunteers are ready to assist you with electronic filing and ensure you get the support you need.
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Not sure if donating blood is the right decision for you? Check out all the answers to your questions here, and help give life this January.
Clifton Park Neighbors: As Mahatma Gandhi reminds us, “The best way to find yourself isto lose yourself in the service of others.” These simple words hold immense weight when looking at one person, one group, or whatone community can do when they set their sights on a greater purpose. Andy Gilpin demonstrates this every day. As a residentof the Capital Region area for decades, Andy has been an avid outdoor enthusiast and a passionate advocate for helping others.
There are a variety of different ways to be more charitable without spending money. Here are some ideas to try.
CAPTAIN's Treasures January 2025 Specials
JANUARY 2 - 5
Household & Furniture - 50% off
JANUARY 6
All Items - 50% off
JANUARY 7 - 12
Clothing - 50% off
JANUARY 13
Purses & Shoes - $2 each
JANUARY 15 - 16
All Frames & Wall Art - 50% off
JANUARY 17
Jewelry - 50% off
JANUARY 18 - 19
Coats - 50% off
JANUARY 20 - 26
Household & Furniture - 50% off
JANUARY 27 - 31
Clothing - 50% off
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
If you want to be sure your New Year’s resolutions really stick for 2025, check out these useful tips on how to keep the habit hopeful.
Christmas - Offices Closed
Please note our offices, including Cheryl's Lodge, will be closed Wednesday, December 25th, and Thursday, December 26th, in observance of Christmas. CAPTAIN's Treasures will be closed Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th, but open on Thursday, December 26th. As always, our services for youth in crisis, including our Youth Shelter, remain open 24/7/365.
Check out this unique spin on 12 ways you can show you care this holiday season.
Saratoga TODAY: The mitten tree is in need of donations of new and handmade hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, socks and winter wear. All items hung on the tree will be donated to local charitable organizations for distribution to those who need a little help staying warm this winter.
Wow! What an amazing event this year's Toys for Toga was! Thank you so much to all of the businesses and individuals who are helping make Christmas morning bright for so many local kids and families!
Times Union: Jennifer Martin is the CEO of New York School Nutrition Association. She's responsible for the operations management of the Association to ensure that it carries out its mission and strategic objectives. She's also a board member at CAPTAIN CHS.
This season, be a part of the merriment by giving back through these four fun festive ways to spread holiday cheer.
Times Union: The Times Union published our largest editorial special section, Capital Region Gives, on Nov. 17. The publication highlights philanthropy in our region and showcases the way nonprofits and businesses collaborate for the greater benefit of the community. It was published in concert with the Times Union’s The Big $100,000 Giveaway which typically awards 10 advertising grants of $10,000 each to local nonprofits based on the results of a community voting contest. The Big $100,000 Giveaway awards reception was held on Friday, Dec. 13 at the Hearst Media Center to announce the contest winners.
Capital Region Chamber: For the 14th consecutive year, GlobalFoundries (Nasdaq: GFS) (GF) today announced that the GF-Town of Malta Foundation has awarded 37 grants totaling $161,650 to local organizations that support a variety of community needs and programs. With this year’s 2024 grants, the Foundation, formed by GF and the Town of Malta, has placed more than $2M into service in the Malta community since 2011.
News Channel 13: The Toys for Toga Holiday Toy Drive and Fundraiser held its 12th annual delivery day at DeCrescente Distributing Company. More than 4,500 toys were donated to three Saratoga County community centers. This included $37,000 in gifts and technology specifically for teenagers. The donation was made by longtime Toys for Toga member Death Wish Coffee, the nonprofit organization Brewnited and the Saratoga County Foundation.
A huge THANK YOU to On the Move Health & Fitness, LLC for hosting their incredible 3rd Annual Blowout Event in support of CAPTAIN Community Human Services! Your dedication to making a difference is inspiring, and your generous donation will help provide vital support to those in our community.
We're so grateful to everyone who participated and donated to this amazing event! Your kindness and support help us build brighter futures and stronger communities every day.
News Channel 13: For the 14th year in a row, GlobalFoundries in Malta is giving back to the community. The company is giving grants worth more than $161,540 to 37 organizations.
Community Hero Alert! A massive thank you to County Waste for their amazing donation of over 40 bicycles and helmets! Your generosity makes a world of difference, giving kids and families access to active recreation and, for some, a means of transportation.
This annual gift never fails to inspire us—thank you for being champions of our community!
Our CAPteens had a fantastic experience volunteering at this year's Breakfast with Santa! Collaborating with the Shenendehowa Central School District, our CAPteen Program is a youth-led initiative focused on engaging local teenagers in community service, charitable activities, and assisting those in need.
If you want to live a more altruistic lifestyle, help give back in the upcoming season by checking out these volunteering ideas for cold weather months.
Capital Bank employees had a great time putting together a Thanksgiving basket for CAPTAIN Community Human Services's holiday program. We're proud to contribute to their Thanksgiving program which assisted in feeding over 240 families this year. Thank you to all who participated in making someone's Thanksgiving a little brighter!
Foursurance agent Don Ferlazzo and his colleagues in the Saratoga County Business Leaders group dropped-off donations and volunteered at CAPTAIN Community Human Services's Holiday Pop-Up Toy Shop at Clifton Park Center Mall!
Capital Region Chamber: Pioneer Bancorp, Inc., a leading financial institution in New York’s Capital Region, today joined the national celebration of Giving Tuesday by presenting $100,000 in donations to 20 local nonprofit organizations that deliver programs and services to help area children in need. The Pioneer Charitable Foundation has now provided $1.9 million in financial support to well over 400 Capital Region nonprofits since its formation in 2018, aligned with its mission of “Helping Kids be Kids.”
WAMC: A Capital Region bank marked Giving Tuesday by supporting Capital Region nonprofits. 20 $5,000 grants will go to 19 organizations that support children in need, with four of them supported by Pioneers with Purpose grants funded by donations from Pioneer employees.
Sound the Trumpets! Jingle the Bells! Cheryl's Lodge and To Love a Child, Inc. are proud to partner and bring you the annual Rockin' the Heights Holiday Parade this Sunday, December 8th, beginning at 2pm (meet-up at 1:30pm). Check it out...
News Channel 10: The Tuesday after Thanksgiving has become known as “Giving Tuesday,” encouraging people all over the world to celebrate generosity. In total, Pioneer Bank donated a total of $100,000 to 20 local nonprofit organizations that help children in need.
Help Fight Hunger This December! We’re excited to announce that CAPTAIN CHS has been selected as a beneficiary of the Hannaford Fight Hunger Bag Program for the entire month of December!
Here’s how it works: When you purchase a Fight Hunger Bag at the Hannaford store in Clifton Park during December, $1 will be donated to support our programs that fight hunger in our community. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of local families. Let’s spread kindness and support those in need this holiday season.
Visit Hannaford at: 9 Clifton Country Rd, Clifton Park, NY
Thank you for helping us brighten the holidays for so many!
A mentorship program has more in store than just for the mentee. If you’re not sure whether mentoring is right for you, take a look at these eight ways becoming a mentor can benefit you.
CAPTAIN's Treasures December 2024 Specials
DECEMBER 1 - 8
Household - 50% off
DECEMBER 9 - 15
Clothing - 50% off
DECEMBER 16
Jewelry - 50% off
DECEMBER 17
Purses - $2 each
DECEMBER 18
Shoes - $2 each
DECEMBER 19 - 23
Household - 50% off
DECEMBER 24 - 25
**CLOSED in observance of Christmas**
DECEMBER 26 - 31
Clothing - 50% off
DECEMBER 31
**CLOSING at 2pm in observance of New Year's Eve**
JANUARY 1
**CLOSED in observance of New Year's Day**
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
Times Union: Cailin Schneider is scouring Captain’s Treasures Next-to-New Shop, a thrift store in Clifton Park, with a basket in her hand looking for the perfect second-hand presents. It’s Schneider’s first time looking to a thrift shop for gifts, but after seeing videos online of fully thrifted-themed baskets, she was inspired. This season, she will exchange thrifted baskets loaded with preloved gifts with her sister, as well as curate a basket for her toddler.
Saratoga TODAY: The Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center this week launched their annual Mitten Tree Program. Running through Saturday, Jan. 4, members of the local community are invited to contribute warm winter wear to the Visitor Center Mitten Tree located at 297 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. All donations will benefit the following organizations: CAPTAIN Community Human Services, Franklin Community Center, and Shelters of Saratoga.
What’s the best way to show thankfulness? By giving back to others. This Thanksgiving, remember the reason for the season by showing thanks through giving.
WOW! Thank you, thank you! The Saratoga Business Leaders group unite to help with this year's Thanksgiving Basket program!
Community Hero Alert! WOW! Thank you so much to The Mill on Round Lake, Rusty Nail Grill and Tavern, and Bentley's for this amazing donation of Thanksgiving Baskets. So many families will have a nice Thanksgiving meal due to YOUR generosity!
If you're living in Albany, Columbia, Greene, Rensselaer, or Saratoga Counties, are between the ages of 40 and 64, and are without health insurance, you now have access to FREE breast, cervical, and colorectal screenings.
Books are a valuable source of information, creativity and empathy. If you’re not a book lover now, you will be soon. Here’s how reading makes you a better person.
This holiday season, try incorporating some of these healthy treats into your life to balance out the rich holiday feasts. Check out these top eight power foods you need to take advantage of.
Community Hero Highlight! A huge thank you to Hoffman Car Wash in Clifton Park and Halfmoon for organizing an outstanding food drive! We managed to fill two sizable vans with an abundance of canned goods. This will significantly help support families in need!
Community Hero Alert! Thank you, thank you to Broadview Federal Credit Union for the Infrastructure Grant to purchase new computer technology for several programs at CAPTAIN CHS, including Chromebooks for youth at Cheryl's Lodge of Captain Community Human Services!
A great, big shout to Intrada Saratoga Springs, RISE Housing and Support Services, Saratoga Children’s Literacy League, Healing Springs Recovery Community & Outreach Center, and Ellms Family Farm for being a part of our first Trunk or Treat at our Saratoga Springs offices! It was a smashing success - and a big thanks to our very own awesome Street Outreach Team for making it happen!
Gratefulness is not something which comes naturally; it needs practice. If you want to live an altruistic life and practice thankfulness this month, check out these easy steps you can take.
A huge, big shout-out to everyone, including many of our staff, volunteers, and board members, who helped Team Gilpin raise $6,535 for St. Peter's Hospital Foundation Walk to Strike Out ALS - all in honor of our amazing Executive Director, Andy Gilpin! It was a fantastic day filled with hope!
CAPTAIN's Treasures November 2024 Specials
NOVEMBER 1 - 3
Fall Decor - 50% off
NOVEMBER 4 - 10
Household - 50% off
NOVEMBER 11
Shoes - $2 each
NOVEMBER 12
Purses - $2 each
NOVEMBER 13 - 17
Clothing - 50% off
NOVEMBER 18
ALL ITEMS - 50% off
NOVEMBER 19
Jewelry - 50% off
NOVEMBER 20 - 24
Household - 50% off
NOVEMBER 25 - 27
Clothing - 50%
NOVEMBER 28 - 29
**CLOSED in observance of Thanksgiving**
NOVEMBER 30
Household - 50% off
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
If you’re interested in living a more altruistic lifestyle and helping those in need this Halloween, check out these five spooky ways you can give back.
WOW! Thank you, thank you to the Clifton Park Eagles 14U Hockey Team for your incredible work organizing a food drive for the Emergency Food and Hygiene Pantry! Because of you, Saratoga County families in need have acess to food in times of crisis.
Fox 40: Hoffman Car Wash staff members are collecting non-perishable food items for local food pantries and are offering a free car wash this weekend for anyone who donates.
Wow! What an amazing community hero! Liam worked with his grandma Janice to create these amazing baskets for community members in need!
Help feed our local families in need!
The Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District, in partnership with CAPTAIN CHS and local church groups, is working hard to feed our community families for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
October 23-November 5 monetary donations can be made online by clicking here.
Through November 15 cash, checks, and grocery store gift cards can be dropped off at any of the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake school’s main offices
(Please note: Attention Cheryl Bach - District Food Drive Coordinator.)
Checks made payable to BH-BL Interact Club
Since the weather is cooling down, you can add a little sunshine and warmth to a stranger with these simple ideas.
Saratoga TODAY: At its monthly meeting at the county complex in Ballston Spa on Oct. 15, the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved adding more than $185,000 to extend to two years a previous $110,000 one-year agreement between the Sheriff’s Office and the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services to provide 2 school-based Certified Recovery Peer Advocates.
Let’s talk about five strategies to keep your resilience sharp, so you’re ready to handle any obstacle life throws your way.
The Giving Season has begun at Gloversville Schools, with support from CAPTAIN CHS!
The Gloversville Sponsor-a-Child program allows donors to shop for a specific child's needs (note the child remains anonymous). The program is available for qualified families in the Gloversville School District.
Community Hero Alert! Thank you to our amazing community and The Flats in Clifton Park for the incredible support! Our shelves went from empty to overflowing in just one week
Check out the photos from this year's Volunteer Appreciation Dinner! We had such a fabulous time celebrating all that our volunteers make possible and the incredible impact they have on our community! Thanks also to the Clifton Park Elks Lodge for sponsoring this year's event.
Please join us for the third Care Links Senior Resource Fair to be held on Wednesday, October 23rd, 11:00am - 2:00pm at the Shenendehowa United Methodist Church's Fellowship Hall. The Fair offers local business and organizations the opportunity to connect with our community's seniors and share their programs and services. The event is free to the public.
The Adopt-a-Family program allows donors to shop for a specific family's needs (note the family remains anonymous). The program is available for qualified families in the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake and Shenendehowa School Districts.
Let's talk about five ways to spread joy and positivity everywhere you go, that you can practice every day!
CAPTAIN CHS proudly continues our tradition of offering Thanksgiving Baskets to those in need in our community. Each basket contains everything needed for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, including a gift card for a turkey. Baskets are donated by generous families, scouts, office groups, organizations, and faith-based groups in our community.
CAPTAIN's Treasures October 2024 Specials
OCTOBER 1 - 6
Clothing - 50% off
OCTOBER 7 - 8
Fall Items - 50% off
OCTOBER 9
Shoes - $2 each
OCTOBER 10
Purses - $2 each
OCTOBER 11 - 13
Household - 50% off
OCTOBER 14
ALL ITEMS - 50% off
OCTOBER 15 - 20
Clothing - 50% off
OCTOBER 21
Jewelry - 50% off
OCTOBER 22 - 27
Household - 50% off
OCTOBER 28 - 31
Christmas Items - 50% off
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
Need Help This Holiday Season? If you're in Saratoga County and looking for support during the holidays, CAPTAIN CHS is here for you! From holiday meals to gifts for your children, our Help for the Holidays programs provide the assistance you need to make the season bright.
Apply today: captaincares.org/get-help/help-for-the-holidays.html
Let’s work together to ensure every family has a joyful holiday season! Want to make a difference? You can help by donating gifts, sponsoring a family, or contributing funds to our holiday programs. Your generosity can bring hope and joy to neighbors in need.
Learn how to give: captaincares.org/how-to-help/give/seasonal-giving.html
Join us on October 16th for a Food Donation Drive to support CAPTAIN Community Human Services' Emergency Food & Hygiene Pantry! We're in need of: Canned fruits & veggies, Canned chicken & tuna, Oatmeal & soup, Shelf-stable goods. Every donation makes a difference for local families in need!
Coats for CAPTAIN is Back! As the weather gets cooler, many families in our community are in need of warm coats. We’re collecting new and clean, gently-used coats for children and adults throughout September and October! Coats of all sizes are urgently needed. Donations accepted now through October 31st. Drop off at our Clifton Park office: 5 Municipal Plaza, Suite 3, Clifton Park, NY If you or someone you know needs a coat, you can pick one up Monday through Friday, 10am to 4pm! Together, we can help keep our neighbors warm this winter.
Support kids, families, and seniors in our community through the Hannaford Fight Hunger Bag Program! For the entire month of October, when you purchase a reusable Fight Hunger Bag at the Hannaford Supermarkets Ballston location, $1 will be donated to support CAPTAIN Community Human Services. Look for the Fight Hunger Bags on displays around the store and at checkout. Help make a difference today!
Join Robinson Ace Hardware Clifton Park and Samantha's Gift Shop this weekend for Fall Fest Fun for the Whole Family! They'll be hosting a variety of fun activities and in-store specials THIS SATURDAY, September 28th from 11am to 2pm.
Don't miss out on the chance to enjoy a day of family-friendly entertainment and great deals! See you there!
Whether you have a little or a lot of free time, there’s no better way to spend it than by getting out there and making a difference.
A HUGE thank you to everyone who supported the first annual Celebrity Bartenders event this past weekend! A special shout-out to Carson's Woodside Tavern for hosting and to Malta Business Works for presenting this event! A big shout-out to the amazing local celebrity teams: Carson's Woodside Tavern, Arnoff Moving & Storage, Debra LaMay Agency LLC, Mohawk Chevrolet, Signature One Realty Group, LLC. We truly appreciate the community support and the incredible turnout. Thank you all for making this event such a success!
Much Gratitude to the amazing team at Next Generation Roofing LLC for their incredible generosity in replacing the roof at Cheryl’s Lodge Outreach Center! Your kindness ensures that the next generation of youth will continue to benefit from everything the Center has to offer. Together, we’re building brighter futures!
Thank you, thank you to community hero Amanda Ford and Pay It Forward-Clifton Park for your generous donation of school supplies - starting the year off right for many local students!
We are excited to share that Hannaford Supermarkets has selected CAPTAIN CHS as a proud partner for their Bloomin’ 4 Good Program!
Throughout the month of September, CAPTAIN CHS will receive $1 for every marked Bloomin' 4 Good bouquet sold at the Hannaford on 262 Saratoga Road in Glenville! A heartfelt thank you to Hannaford for their commitment to community support. Let's spread the word, and together, let's make every bouquet count!
Hobbies are a healthy, relaxing way to spend our free time in ways we enjoy—but with the added perk of mental, physical and social health benefits that television and smartphones simply can’t match.
CAPTAIN's Treasures September 2024 Specials
SEPTEMBER 1 - 2
**CLOSED in observance of Labor Day**
SEPTEMBER 3 - 8
Clothing - 50% off
SEPTEMBER 9 - 15
Household - 50% off
SEPTEMBER 16
Fall Items - 50% off
SEPTEMBER 17
Purses - $2 each
SEPTEMBER 18
Shoes - $2 each
SEPTEMBER 19 - 22
Clothing - 50% off
SEPTEMBER 23
Jewelry - 50% off
SEPTEMBER 24
All Items - 50% off
SEPTEMBER 25 - 30
Household - 50% off
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
In the hustle and bustle of life, it's all too easy to put our health on the back burner. Check out these 10 tips below for small changes you can make today that can have a big impact on your health for years to come.
Fresh produce for everyone! Join us every Friday from 10 AM to 12 PM at CAPTAIN Community Human Services' Produce Stand! Located at our Clifton Park office (5 Municipal Plaza, Suite 3), our stand is stocked with a variety of fresh, nutritious fruits and veggies. The best part? It’s completely free and open to all! No sign-ups, no requirements—just come by and take what you need. See you there!
Autumn’s beautiful weather and fun holidays make it easy to find volunteering opportunities in your area. We’ve come up with a few ideas to get you started.
Community Hero Alert! Thank you, thank you to the Dake Foundation for Children for your support of this year's Peace Camp at Cheryl's Lodge of Captain Community Human Services ! Because of YOUR support, dozens of youth had the chance to experience a wonderful and free camp to expand their communication and problem-solving skills!
Belated Communtiy Hero Post! Thanks so, so much to Starpoint Church for your incredible support of Care Links of Southern Saratoga County and many other programs throughout CAPTAIN CHS! Because of YOU, local seniors can age gracefully at home through the support of Care Links volunteers.
Interested in volunteering for Care Links? Contact Bill at 518-399-4624 or bill@captaincares.org or apply online at https://buff.ly/3YPD7nY
Attention Shenendehowa Central School District students and families in the Halfmoon Heights community! Our before and after-school support program applications are now open!
Click here for Elementary: https://buff.ly/46S5dBe
Click here for Middle and High School: https://buff.ly/46NrLCW
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING TO SUPPORT THESE PROGRAMS? Please reach out to Bill at bill@captaincares.org or 518-399-4624, or apply directly online at https://buff.ly/46QP4Me
Questions? Call us at 518-373-8873!
Check out some photos from this year's fun and educational Peace Camp: A free and incredibly impactful summer camp at Cheryl's Lodge focused on conflict resolution and violence prevention for students in grades 1-6! Thank you to all of the staff and volunteers and the many financial supporters who made this year's camp possible, including The Hawley Foundation for Children, the Town of Halfmoon, the Town of Clifton Park, Shenendehowa Central School District, and the Fast Break Foundation!
No Kid Hungry New York: Welcome back to our blog series, the No Kid Hungry New York Partner Spotlight. We’ll be speaking to our partners across the state, learning what’s new in their summer meals programs, and celebrating the tremendous work they do to ensure that more kids have access to the the fuel they need to learn, grow and thrive. This week, we heard from Tracey LaFleur at CAPTAIN Community Human Services, a community organization in Saratoga County...
Have you been thinking about expanding your family to add a new furry friend? Look no further than your nearest animal shelter.
Attention Job Seekers! We're thrilled to announce Walk-In Interviews for Family Support Workers and Family Peer Advocates!
When & Where:
Monday, August 12th | 3-6 PM | Clifton Park Office: 5 Municipal Plaza, Suite 3
Thursday, August 15th | 10 AM - 4 PM | Gloversville Office: 31 East Fulton Street, inside the First United Congregational Church of Christ
Missed these dates but still interested? Don't worry! Contact Nicole at nicole@captaincares.org for more information!
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to join our dedicated team and make a real difference!
Whether you’re headed to the Gulf Coast or the Grand Canyon, we’ve compiled a list of items you’ll need once you’ve hit the road.
CAPTAIN's Treasures August 2024 Specials
AUGUST 1 - 4
Household - 50% off
AUGUST 5
Jewelry - 50% off
AUGUST 6 - 11
Clothing - 50% off
AUGUST 12
Purses - $2 each
AUGUST 13
Shoes - $2 each
AUGUST 14 - 18
Household - 50% off
AUGUST 19
ALL ITEMS - 50% off
AUGUST 20 - 25
Clothing - 50% off
AUGUST 26 - 31
Household - 50% off
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
If you’re not a frequent reader, you might be missing out on some important perks.
Check out the photos from our most successful gala yet!
LOOK TV: Check out CAPTAIN CHS' Bonnie Nelson's interview about Getting Ahead on LOOK TV!
With just a month left of summer, it’s time to take advantage of all it has to offer. Check out these fun ideas to celebrate the end of the sunshine season!
Saratoga Living: Leonard started at craft fairs and by doing local commissions, including lots of pet portraiture. She got into painting horses after depicting famous Thoroughbreds for CAPTAIN Community Human Services’ annual summer gala in Saratoga. “That was my ‘in,’ into horse racing, and I started painting the horses every year for CAPTAIN,” says Leonard. It also became her “in” at Spa Fine Art, where she’s displayed work since 2018.
Times Union: Were you seen at An Unbridled Affair, to benefit CAPTAIN Community Human Services, at Prime at Saratoga National in Saratoga Springs on Thursday, July 18, 2024?
If you have something or some time to give, consider doing so today. Here’s a list of easy ways you can give something away today.
Thank you Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York and Clifton Park Service Unit 208 for the Cookie Donation!
Farmers markets have so much more to offer than just the sights and smells. The following is a list of just a few reasons you should visit your local farmers market this summer.
Saratoga TODAY: The Dake Foundation for Children has announced four nonprofit organizations have successfully earned support from the Foundation’s Community Grant Fund.
News Channel 13: Capital Region families will now have more options to get free summer meals for kids. No Kid Hungry New York announced Monday over $146,000 in grants to help 11 public school districts and community organizations in rural areas provide more kids with free, nutritious meals all summer long.
CAPTAIN's Treasures July 2024 Specials
JULY 1 - 3
Anything RED, WHITE, or BLUE - 50% off
JULY 4
**CLOSED in observance of Independence Day**
JULY 5
Shoes - $2 each
JULY 6
Purses - $2 each
JULY 7 - 14
Clothing - 50% off
JULY 15 - 21
Household - 50% off
JULY 22
SUMMER BLOW OUT! ALL ITEMS - 50% off
JULY 23 - 26
Clothing - 50% off
JULY 27 - 31
Household - 50% off
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
Planning an Independence Day party shouldn’t have to be stressful. We’ve compiled a list of everything you need—from food to activities—to throw a bash your friends will rave about.
With summer upon us, local organizations and school districts are helping to continue providing for children outside of the school year. To help combat food insecurity — or even just to give the kids a space to go and be with other kids — free lunches are available region-wide.
If you’re looking for a way to get outside while also improving your whole self, gardening may be the hobby for you.
You know volunteering has a positive influence (make friends, build connections, gain experiences, etc.), but did you know that it can actually assist your health?
There are always ways to give back to others around you, even including the presents you buy. Here are some ideas for Father’s Day gifts that give back.
With the help of a bicycle, we can take better care of the environment, our physical bodies and even spend time together. So how can you mark this momentous occasion?
Wow! A great, big THANK YOU to the Dake Foundation for Children for supporting Peace Camp this summer and providing funds to enhance our staff training for working with kids with disabilities!
BECAUSE OF YOU, kids in the Halfmoon Heights community will have access to a free summer camp that helps build up their confidence and communication and problem-solving skills.
CAPTAIN's Treasures June 2024 Specials
JUNE 1 - 9
Household - 50% off
JUNE 10
Jewelry - 50% off
JUNE 11 - 16
Clothing - 50% off
JUNE 17 - 18
Shoes - $2 each
JUNE 19
***CLOSED in observance of Juneteenth***
JUNE 20 - 21
Purses - $2 each
JUNE 22 - 30
Household - 50% off
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
SATURDAY, June 1st and SUNDAY, June 2nd - join us at Hoffman Car Wash in Clifton Park and make a difference! Bring your unexpired food donations to either of these Hoffman locations: 1672 Route 9, Clifton Park, NY 12065 or 1589 Rouet 9, Clifton Park, NY 12065!
For your generosity, you'll receive a **FREE Ultimate Car Wash**!
All food donations will go to the CAPTAIN CHS' Emergency Food and Hygiene Pantry, helping our community members in need. Don't miss this chance to give back and keep your car sparkling clean!
Belated Post Alert! We missed this one in our inbox and couldn't help but share now! Cheryl’s Lodge is BACK after a longggggg Spring break! Today we partnered with the The Children's Museum at Saratoga and Two Towns One Book from the Friends of the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library to work on some science experiments. We made Slime AND Butter as we learned about the different states of matter
For the 13th consecutive year, Hoffman Car Wash will be collecting non-perishable food items and donating them to food pantries.
Our Cheryl’s Lodge students are so talented! Check out some of their artwork that’s currently displayed in the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library!
What great day for some fun in the sun and ICE CREAM! A big shoutout to our volunteer, Sara Patterson, for bringing in a sweet treat for our kids in the Cheryl's Lodge after school program to enjoy!
Memorial Day means much more than time off from work and hosting a barbecue, so if you want to get involved this weekend, check out these great ways to give back.
The Hawley Foundation awarded more than $90,000 for community and camp grants to local organizations for 2024.
According to a press release, the Hawley Foundation promotes health, welfare, and education of children in Saratoga County through these grants. The Hawley Foundation provides camp awards to Saratoga County organizations that provide summer camp opportunities, designed to offset camp fees for children in need. Community grant awards provide funding to not-for-profit organizations that assist Saratoga County’s children’s welfare and well being. This year, proceeds went to CAPTAIN CHS' Peace Camp.
June 6-9! Enjoy 23 thrilling stakes races, including the historic 156th Belmont Stakes on June 8.
Auction Ends: 6 PM on May 30th!
Event Dates: June 6-9
Location: Saratoga Race Course
Don't miss out—Friday and Saturday tickets are sold out! Bid now to secure your spot in the Picnic Paddock North for an unforgettable weekend!
Bid now - http://www.captaincares.org/belmont
Wow! What awesome and amazing volunteers we have. Check out Care Links of Southern Saratoga County Volunteer of the Year and Golden Inspiration Award recipients, MaryAlice O'Brien and Marilou Pries, being honored at the Town of Clifton Park Board Meeting with Supervisor Phil Barrett!
Art galleries are a beneficial component of any neighborhood. Check out some of these ways art galleries are important and why you should visit them this summer.
A nationwide campaign bringing awareness to drunk and distracted driving awareness is encouraging Saratoga County teens to 'Arrive Alive.' CAPTAIN Community Human Services (CHS) CAPteens program partnered with Shenendehowa Central High School and Saratoga County STOP DWI to bring UNITE’s Arrive Alive Tour, "the nation’s number-one ranked drunk and distracted driving a
Shenendehowa Central High School and Saratoga County STOP DWI on UNITE’s Arrive Alive Tour are partnering with CAPTAIN Community Human Services CAPteens program to bring an under-the-influence and distracted driving simulator to the school. Students can partake in the simulators on Wednesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Storytelling is powerful, and it has enormous benefits in store for you and those around you. Today we’re going to talk about how storytelling can impact your life.
CAPTAIN's Treasures May 2024 Specials
MAY 1 - 5
Clothing - 50% off
MAY 6
Jewelry - 50% off
MAY 7 - 12
Household - 50% off
MAY 13
Shoes - $2 each
MAY 14
Purses - $2 each
MAY 15
Everything - 50% off
MAY 16 - 19
Household - 50% off
MAY 20 - 25
Clothing - 50% off
MAY 26 - 27
**CLOSED in observance of Memorial Day**
MAY 28 - 31
Anything RED, WHITE, or BLUE - 50% off
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
Check out Becca Anthony on Look TV discussing the upcoming STOP DWI events at Shenendehowa High School!
May Day is a time to come together with family and friends and create festive crafts. If you’re looking for a way to get started, check out these 5 cool craft ideas to celebrate.
Whether it’s a few hours or a long commitment, volunteering not only supports those around you, but positively influences you as well. Here’s six ideas to get started.
The arts play a vital role in our society. In fact, without the arts, much of our history, expression and culture would be virtually nonexistent.
The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) today announced it is providing 25 local nonprofit organizations with a reserved picnic table for each day of the 2024 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival, which will be held at Saratoga Race Course from June 6-9.
The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) today announced it is providing 25 local nonprofit organizations with a reserved picnic table for each day of the 2024 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival, which will be held at Saratoga Race Course from June 6-9.
The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) has announced it is providing 25 local nonprofit organizations with a reserved picnic table for each day of the 2024 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival, which will be held at Saratoga Race Course from June 6-9.
A huge THANK YOU to Jersey Mike's Subs management for their continued commitment to giving back, the amazing staff at all fourteen store locations, and everyone who joined Jersey Mike's Day of Giving! Your generosity exemplifies the power of community and this year's Day of Giving was a resounding success. Together, we raised $138,947 to support kids, families, and seniors in our community! ALL BECAUSE OF YOU!
The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) today announced it is providing 25 local nonprofit organizations with a reserved picnic table for each day of the 2024 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival, which will be held at Saratoga Race Course from June 6-9.
Wow!!! A great, big THANK YOU to community heroes, the Clifton Park Elks, for supporting Karyl's Kupboard Emergency Food & Hygiene Pantry!
Meditation is powerful. If you’re unsure whether or not the practice is worth looking into, check out these top ways meditation can help improve your life.
Annual BHBL Teachers Association Garage Sale! Proceeds go towards the TA Scholarship Fund which supports graduating seniors. Don't miss this opportunity to shop for a cause and support our community!
CAPTAIN's Treasures April 2024 Specials
APRIL 1 - 7
Household - 50% off
APRIL 8 - 9
Jewelry - 50% off
APRIL 10 - 11
Purses - 50% off
APRIL 12 - 14
Shoes - 50% off
APRIL 15
Everything - 50% off
APRIL 16 - 21
Clothing - 50% off
APRIL 22 - 30
Household - 50% off
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
A call for help was made in our community. Thank you for answering the call!
Because of you...
CAPTAIN Community Human Services can support and empower people of all ages to reach their goals of personal growth and self-sufficiency. We empower communities through the programs you help make possible. Thank you for your dedication as a volunteer.
Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month!
Check out CAPTAIN CHS' Melinda Osborne on LOOK TV talking about FEASST!
Turns out, regular writing and keeping a journal actually has a lot of surprising mental and emotional health benefits. Today, we’re going to check them out.
Despite their age, children can have a powerful impact in the community, if only we encourage them to do so. Here are four reasons kids should start volunteering young.
Community hero shoutout to Aaron DiMauro for leading a successful Food Drive with the National Junior Honor Society, resulting in 550 items collected!
Gardening not only brings in beautiful colors, scents and foods to your home, but it has added benefits just for you. Here are some reasons you should plant a garden this season.
From Kerala, India, to the Capital Region of New York, Vince George, owner of Spice Malabar in Clifton Park, proudly represents his culture and his love for sharing Indian cuisine. This is what led to the opening of Spice Malabar three years ago, when we were just getting out of the pandemic.
"For me, food is a medicine. And there's only three indates for a human being. One is food, then water and oxygen. And we are providing one of that," said George.
Alpine Sport Shop participated with Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce and celebrated Leap of Kindness Day 2024. Thanks to the generosity of their customers and the Saratoga Springs community, hats and socks will be donated to Captain Community Human Services. For every hat and pair of socks purchased at the Alpine Sport Shop the week of February 29, the ski shop matched it, and then some! Bill Lupin, volunteer and Community Engagement Manager for Captain Community Human Services received a filled basket from Cathy Hay, co-owner of the Alpine Sport Shop. Hats and socks will be shared with those who can use them. The items and the kindness are much appreciated! Thank you to an extended community… you gave back!
We're so excited to announce that our esteemed Family Mentoring volunteer, Kathy Chapman, has been selected as one of Hannaford's "20 Outstanding Women!" Click the link to read more about Kathy's wonderful contribution to our community.
By going green, we create a better environment for ourselves and future generations. Check out these easy ways you can live an altruistic—and green—lifestyle.
A great way to Leap for Kindness! Thanks to Keith from SEDC, retired teacher Dennis, Bethany from Ace Handyman, and retired teacher Patricia for supporting Cheryl's Lodge Homework Help program!
A great Leap of Kindness! Thanks to Owen from Ace Handyman Services for volunteering at the Youth Shelter this Leap Year! What a great job spiffing up our kitchen to keep the Shelter homey and comforting to our local youth in crisis!
A great Leap of Kindness! Thanks to Saratoga Economic Development Corporation staff for volunteering at the Food Pantry this Leap Year! Included in the photos from SEDC are Greg Connors, Vickie Niles, and Joanne Kirkpatrick. Thanks again for being an amazing support for our community!
Jersey Mike’s is celebrating its 14th annual “Month of Giving.” During the month of March, customers can donate to CAPTAIN Community Human Services at participating restaurants.
For the month of March, Jersey Mike’s Subs is celebrating its “Month of Giving” to support local communities. In the Capital Region, Jersey Mike’s restaurants are supporting CAPTAIN Community Human Services.
This Women’s History Month, get involved by showing support for the women in your community. Check out these ways you can remember powerful women from history, while advocating for women today.
Care Links, a program of CAPTAIN Community Human Services (CHS), is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated annual dinner show, scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 2024. The event will take place from 3:00pm to 7:00pm at the exquisite Mohawk River Country Club, located at 847 Riverview Road, Rexford, NY 12148.
Themed, “A Care Links Wedding”, this enchanting evening is dedicated to rallying support for CAPTAIN CHS’ senior services programs, which cater to the needs of the vibrant community in southern Saratoga County.
“We extend a warm invitation to our community to join us in honoring and celebrating the profound bond between our dedicated Care Links volunteers and the cherished Care Receivers they serve,” expressed Andy Gilpin, Executive Director of CAPTAIN CHS. “This event is not just an opportunity to relax and enjoy each other’s company; it’s a chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of our local seniors.”
Care Links provides essential assistance to homebound seniors in southern Saratoga County through a network of compassionate volunteers. Services include friendly visiting, transportation, respite, shopping, errands, social gatherings, and more, serving communities such as Ballston (including Burnt Hills), Charlton, Clifton Park, Halfmoon, Malta, and the City of Mechanicville. Funding for Care Links is generously provided by the Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth, the Towns of Ballston, Clifton Park, Halfmoon, and Malta, the New York State Office for the Aging, as well as participant and community contributions.
“While we are grateful for the support from various local and county-wide agencies, events like this fundraiser enable us to further enhance and expand our vital programming,” remarked Gilpin. “With our community experiencing a growing aging population, it’s imperative to garner individual and business support to meet these evolving needs.”
The evening promises captivating performances by Maddalone Entertainment, featuring Zack and Terra Maddalone. Limited tickets are available at $55 per person, with sponsorship opportunities also offered.
For additional details and ticket purchases, please visit captaincares.org/care-links or contact 518-399-3262.
The South High Marathon Dance raised over $700,000 for charity. For the 47th year, The South High Marathon Dance took place this past weekend at South Glens Falls High School to raise money for local charities.
The North FEASST group, in collaboration with member CAPTAIN Community Human Services’ (CHS) Family Assistance Program, has taken decisive action to tackle the pressing issue of affordable housing in Saratoga County. Through concerted efforts with individuals and families, the formidable obstacle of security deposit affordability has been overcome, enabling dozens to secure their own apartments.
“Back in October 2023, we learned that a local affordable housing project had completed renovations on dozens of units,” shared Andy Gilpin, CAPTAIN CHS Executive Director. “Coincidentally, we recognized a significant number of individuals on the wait list for this project were those experiencing true homelessness – many living in a shelter, in vehicles, and even on the street. With a subsidized rent program already in place, the remaining issue for many was affording the security deposit and we could not miss this unique opportunity to combat local the housing crisis and provide a brighter future for many residents.”
Despite the existence of a subsidized rent program to reduce the burden of monthly payments, the requirement of full security deposits for each unit posed a significant challenge, particularly for individuals grappling with poverty and homelessness. While some new tenants managed to cover these costs through personal means or existing assistance programs, many others found themselves in desperate need of support to secure stable housing.
According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition, security deposits can be one of the largest barriers to accessing affordable housing. Individuals who are homeless face serious challenges obtaining employment, accessing services, and saving for up-front housing expenses such as security and move-in costs.
“The North FEASST group, comprising faith-based and agency-based members committed to addressing homelessness, really stepped it up and rallied together,” continued Gilpin. “Recognizing the imperative of providing housing for vulnerable individuals, the group embarked on a determined quest for funding to meet the substantial $29,000.00 required for security deposits.”
North FEASST, formed in 2020 following discussions on homelessness in Saratoga Springs, comprises a coalition of organizations including CAPTAIN CHS, Pine Grove Community Church, The Salvation Army of Saratoga, Catholic Charities of Saratoga/Warren/Washington Counties, Presbyterian-United Church of Christ, First Baptist Church of Saratoga, Franklin Community Center, Bethesda Episcopal Church, Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, Rebuilding Together Saratoga, RISE (formerly TSA), Saratoga Abundant Life Church, Temple Sinai, and St. Clement’s Church. Additional support was provided by Habitat for Humanity Saratoga and the Saratoga Continuum of Care group.
Through a coordinated effort, North FEASST members pooled resources and pledged financial support for each individual case, ensuring that the necessary assistance was provided to those in need. CAPTAIN CHS facilitated the client intake process, liaised with the landlord, and managed all required paperwork, streamlining the assistance process. Thanks to the collective efforts of the North FEASST group and the cooperation of the landlord housing office, all new tenants were successfully accommodated by December 12, 2023.
“We were so happy to hear from CAPTAIN that so many clients were now in housing and had a safe place to live. It has been a pleasure being a part of such a worthy endeavor,” shared Dawn Miczek, Outreach Coordinator at St. Clement’s Church.
Ultimately, 31 units were assisted by this collaborative effort, and an additional five received support through CAPTAIN CHS’ Solutions to End Homelessness Program (STEHP).
“This achievement underscores the transformative power of community collaboration,” added Gilpin. “By joining forces, this coalition of dedicated agencies has demonstrated that together, we can achieve what no single entity could accomplish alone. Through shared resources, expertise, and unwavering commitment, this group has not only provided homes but also instilled hope and stability in the lives of those in need.”
CAPTAIN Community Human Services (CHS) is joining forces with 14 Jersey Mike’s Subs in the Capital Region, North Country, and Mohawk Valley for the 14th Annual March “Month of Giving” campaign to support local charities. During the month of March, customers can donate to CAPTAIN CHS at participating Jersey Mike’s restaurants.
The Month of Giving campaign will culminate with Jersey Mike’s “Day of Giving” on Wednesday, March 27th, when local Jersey Mike’s restaurants will give 100 percent of the day’s sales – not just profit – to CAPTAIN CHS.
On Day of Giving, local Jersey Mike’s owners and operators throughout the country will donate their resources and every single dollar that comes in to more than 200 different charities including hospitals, youth organizations, food banks and more.
This March, Jersey Mike’s hopes to exceed last year’s record-breaking national fundraising total of $20 million and help local charities striving to fulfill their missions and make a difference.
“I would like to extend a personal invitation to you and your family to visit Jersey Mike’s Subs throughout the month of March, and especially on Day of Giving when 100 percent of sales – every penny – goes to help a great local cause,” said Peter Cancro, Jersey Mike’s founder and CEO, who started the company when he was only 17-years-old.
Throughout March, customers can “round up” through the Jersey Mike’s mobile app or onsite. On the Day of Giving, Jersey Mike’s restaurants will donate their resources and every single dollar that comes in — whether in-store, on-line or through the app.
“Jersey Mike’s Month and Day of Giving provide invaluable support for CAPTAIN CHS’s services, including programs for homeless youth, homework help, and supports for seniors,” said Andy Gilpin, CAPTAIN CHS’s Executive Director. “We’re proud to continue this long-standing partnership with the local shops and grateful for the incredible generosity of Jersey Mike’s customers.”
Since Month of Giving began in 2011, Jersey Mike’s has raised more than $88 million for local charities, including over $269,000 for CAPTAIN CHS.
Participating Jersey Mike’s restaurants include:
109 Wolf Road, Albany, NY
4930 State Highway 30, Amsterdam, NY
5 Southside Drive, Clifton Park, NY
3401 Erie Boulevard East, Dewitt, NY
380 Feura Bush Road, Glenmont, NY
1206-10 Western Avenue, Guilderland, NY
800 Loudon Road, Latham, NY
4 Kelch Drive, Malta, NY
4759 Commercial Drive, New Hartford, NY
5001 State Highway 23, Oneonta, NY
756 Upper Glen Street, Queensbury, NY
307 Troy Road, Rensselaer, NY
1410 Altamont Avenue, Rotterdam, NY
3057 Route 50, Wilton Plaza, Saratoga Springs, NY
CAPTAIN's Treasures March 2024 Specials
MARCH 1 - 3
Coats & Sweaters - 50% off
MARCH 4 - 10
Household - 50% off
MARCH 11 - 12
Jewelry - 50% off
MARCH 13 - 16
Clothing - 50% off
MARCH 17
Anything GREEN - 50% off
MARCH 18 - 24
Household - 50% off
MARCH 25 - 26
Shoes & Purses - $2 each
MARCH 27 - 30
Clothing - 50% off
MARCH 30
CLOSED in observance of Easter
*All sales are final. Anything priced $1 or less is not discounted. Clerks have the final say.
Kudos to our local CBA student for their selfless act of collecting items for the Emergency Pantry!
When it comes to supporting local business, there’s more to it than helping the community; it supports you too. Check out these reasons why going local helps you out in the long run.
Witness the transformation of hope into reality! Behold the first apartment for a young adult in our Supportive Housing for Homeless Youth program, lovingly furnished through the boundless kindness and generosity of the Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge. With their support, we've created a cozy sanctuary where dreams can flourish and new beginnings take flight. Together, we're making a lasting impact on the lives of our youth, empowering them to thrive and succeed. Thank you, Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge #161 members, for your unwavering commitment to our community's youth!
