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August 2022 eNewsletter

? We want to hear from YOU!

If you haven't already, soon you should receive in the mail our annual Supporter Connection Survey! Because of your extraordinary dedication to lifting people up and building brighter futures, your opinions on our work is so important to us, and especially as we work now to shape the future of CAPTAIN CHS in the coming years.

It should only take a few minutes to provide invaluable feedback on our agency's work in the community.

If you don't want to wait, or prefer to fill it out online, click the button below to get started!

? Oh What a Night!

What a night this year's gala was! We cannot express our gratitude enough to our Sponsors, Honorary Committee Chairs and members, auction donors, attendees, volunteers, staff, and everyone who helped make it a record-breaking, amazing night.

Because of you, kids, families, and seniors have access to over thirty programs and services right here in our community.

You can click below to check out some of the photos from photographer Cath

Are you interested in sponsoring next year's event? Contact Ava at 518-399-4624 or ava@captaincares.org for more info!

✏️ School Supplies Needed!

It's that time of year again! CAPTAIN CHS is just a few days from the end of our School Supply Drive for students in Shenendehowa Central Schools. We'll be collecting donations through August 19th. Please see the list below, or click here for more info...

School Supply Drive

?‍♂️ Community Hero Alert: Wealth Solutions Network and Christine Sheppard Agency!

What a smashing success the Lawn Party and Mixed Fundraiser was back in July! Thank you so, so much to community heroes Kevin Marin of Wealth Solutions Network and Christine Sheppard of the Christine Sheppard Agency for putting on this fantastic event to raise funds for and bring in donations of hygiene products for the Emergency Food & Hygiene Pantry.

Thanks to all who showed up and donated to make a different for kids, families, and seniors right here in our community. YOU make the difference!

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? Still need to file your taxes? We've got you covered!

Thanks to the generous support of the United Way, we're proud to announce that CAPTAIN CHS will be continuing to provide the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program through October 31st of this year! Households and individuals earning $58,000 per year or less can take advantage of this service to file their 2021 taxes, file an amended tax return, or to better understand a letter or communication received from the IRS.

To schedule an appointment, please call 518-371-1185 x111 and leave your name and number. A staff member or volunteer will call you back within three business days to set it up.

? Daily Gazette: A convicted felon, an old racehorse, and a second chance for both

This year's annual gala honored the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation for their incredible work in making a difference not only with these amazing horses, but also for changing lives each and every day... or, as they say, "Saving horse, saving lives. Every day."

Check out this article that talks about the awesome impact they're having!

?‍♂️ Peace Camp: Another Great Week Thanks to YOU!

What another amazing week at Cheryl's Lodge Peace Camp!

The kids did obstacle courses, made rockets, made Forky from Toy Story, and learned about cooperation and team building. In Science, everyday was a different smell!

Thank you to everyone who makes Peace Camp possible year after year and to all of the amazing, incredible, stupendous, absolutely fantastic kids that participate!

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? Community Hero Alert: Caliber Collision

Wow!!! Thank you to  Caliber Collision of Clifton Park for being a community hero and making a difference for hungry kids, families, and seniors in our community. We can't say enough how amazing our local business community is in giving back.

Thank you for for lifting people up and building brighter futures!!

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? Join Our Team!

CAPTAIN CHS is hiring! We're looking for a few incredible, passionate people to be a part of lifting people up and building brighter futures.

The following positions are open:

  • Anti-Trafficking Case Manager (Full Time)
  • Community Engagement Coordinator (Full Time)
  • Finance Assistant (Full Time)
  • Youth Care Worker (Full Time)
  • Family Support Worker (Per Diem)
  • Youth Care Worker (Per Diem)

To apply, click the button below...

Upcoming Events

❤️ Care Links Presents B Your Best with Dr. Benita Zahn!

Mark your calendars for September 14th for B Your Best with Dr. Benita Zahn! Create a blueprint for your health by learning new skills leading to sustainable behavior. The event is free and all are welcome to attend!

For more information, please click the image below...

Care Links Event with Benita Zahn

 

? Volunteer Drivers Needed!

We are in need of Volunteer Drivers willing to utilize your own vehicle to transport clients and seniors to services, on errands, and to and from medical appointments. If you're interested, please call Ava at 518-399-4624.

✨ Our Wish List!

Looking for specific non-monetary donations to give? Check out our Wish List, which we keep updated with the latest needs.

? CAPTAIN's Treasures

Are you missing out on the area's best next-to-new store's monthly specials?! We've got you covered!

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