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;
- Bike Works;
- 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 Success!
The the Second Annual “An Unbridled Affair” was held on Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs. The event was a great success! More information and pictures to come soon...
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CAPTAIN Welcomes New Leadership
The Board of Directors, Staff and Volunteers of CAPTAIN Youth and Family Services are pleased to welcome Sue Malinowski, MS as the new Executive Director and Carrie Jackson as the Director of Finance.
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CAPTAIN Seeks Volunteers!
Do you have a view hours a month to help a LOCAL agency?
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