In 1977, a group of concerned parents came together to create a grassroots organization to help troubled teens. That movement soon became known as CAPTAIN (Community Action for Parents, Teens and Interested Neighbors). Since then, CAPTAIN has developed into one of the most recognized and highly respected, volunteer driven organizations, serving the principal social, educational and prevention needs of youth and families in Saratoga County and beyond.
CAPTAIN programs and services address the core issues facing our society today: youth homelessness, poverty, youth violence, underage drinking and drug use, academic failure and family dysfunction.
We address these issues with such well known programs and services as:
- Elementary and Adolescent Help-Lines (Teen Talk and Phone Friend);
- Street Outreach;
- Runaway and Homeless Emergency Youth Shelter;
- Youth Development Programs (Teen Activity Board);
- Community Outreach and Drop-In Center at Cheryl’s Lodge;
- Family Assistance;
- Emergency Food Pantries;
- Community Education;
- After School Programming and Homework Help;
- Job Assist;
- After Prom; and
- CAPTAIN's Treasures (Next-To-New Clothing Shop).
As a grassroots organization CAPTAIN relies heavily on a dedicated volunteer corps. CAPTAIN volunteers are without a doubt one of our greatest assets. With more than 300 active volunteers, CAPTAIN coordinates over 15,000 hours of community service annually. Integral to this effort are our experienced staff, our generous community of supporters and thousands of acts of loving-kindness.
“An Unbridled Affair” – Reception, Dinner and Auction to benefit CAPTAIN
On July 23rd, CAPTAIN will hold its annual fundraising event at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs. You can purchase your ticket via secured Paypal.
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Thank You To Our Towns
On behalf of all of the local families who benefit from our services, CAPTAIN would like to publically recognize the Towns of Clifton Park, Halfmoon and Malta for their annual contributions. Only through the help of the generous funding from our Towns, is CAPTAIN able to provide its many services throughout southern Saratoga County.
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Bikes Works
In partnership with Elks Lodge 2466, CAPTAIN received a National Elks Foundation Impact Grant to develop a youth bike program in the Clifton Park Community.
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