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?Urgent Help Needed!?

Due to a shipping snafu, our Emergency Food & Hygiene Pantry is in URGENT need of food as our stock is so low we cannot meet this week's needs.

Please consider dropping off today and tomorrow, 9am-5pm at 5 Municipal Plaza, Suite 3 in Clifton Park. Click on the button below to see a list of everything we carry in our Food Pantry.

Please read on for the rest of our March eNewsletter and updates...

 Welcome Spring!?

The last two years have certainly been some of the most challenging that our community has faced and, while I know the pandemic is far from over, we're excited to be safely moving forward and returning to many of our in-person services and events.

I'm happy to announce the return of the annual Route 50 Mile on June 9th, as well as our annual An Unbridled Affair Gala on July 21st. More information on both events is listed below.

Yet, as we celebrate a more positive future, we cannot forget the growing hunger and housing crisis in our community. As someone who cares deeply about your neighbors, I thank you for continuing to show up and provide the support necessary to keep our kids, families, and seniors whole. It's because of you that we continue operating at a higher capacity in an effort to meet the need.

Thank you again for your faith in our good work. I wish you and your loved ones a wonderful start to the spring season,

Andy Gilpin
Executive Director

 

?‍♂️Community Hero Alert: Clifton Park Elks Lodge

Thank you to the Clifton Park Elks Lodge for your incredible donation to the Emergency Food & Hygiene Pantry! Your gift is already hard at work helping feed the hungry throughout Saratoga County.

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??South High Marathon Dance Chooses CAPTAIN CHS as a Beneficiary!

The South High Marathon Dance is a charitable event that is held the first full weekend of March each year in South Glens Falls, New York. Students at South Glens Falls High School gather to raise money and dance for an amazing 28 hours. All money raised helps local individuals and charities chosen by the students.

CAPTAIN CHS is honored to be one of those charities for 2022! SHMD has supported CAPTAIN CHS's homeless youth programs for many years and their generosity will continue helping to keep kids safe at our Runaway and Homeless Youth Shelter. 

?Hannaford Keeps Giving Back!♻️

We're so excited to share that not only is Hannaford's Bloomin' for Good campaign benefiting CAPTAIN Community Human Services in the month of March, but we've been selected to be part of the Hannaford Helps Fight Hunger Reusable Bag Program for April! This program is designed to make it easy for customer to contribute to their local community while supporting the environment.

For the month of March 2022, each time a $12.00 Bloomin' 4 Good Bouquet with a red circle sticker is purchased at the Hannaford located at 19 Clifton Country Road in Clifton Park, $1 will be donated to CAPTAIN CHS.

For the month of April 2022, each time a $2.50 reusable Fight Hunger Bag is purchased at the Hannaford located at 262 Saratoga Road in Glenville, $1 will be donated to CAPTAIN CHS! Shoppers can also support CAPTAIN CHS by purchasing a reusable Fight Hunger Bag online via Hannaford-To-Go.

Please keep spreading the news to our friends and family. Call, send emails, and post on social media to make the most of this wonderful opportunity!

?Community Partnerships Expanding!

We're happy to announce that St. Clement's Church has joined the North FEASST group. St. Clement's has a strong history of community outreach in Saratoga Springs and will make a terrific partner! And, we're equally happy to announce that St. Marty's Church of Crescent has joined the South FEASST group, strengthening our collaborative efforts in Southern Saratoga County.

FEASST is a coalition of faith communities, partnered with CAPTAIN CHS to work together to meet the needs of those facing crisis. Together, we pool resources to better provide and coordinate efforts for those in need, particularly for needs that cannot be met through traditional support programs and services. There are currently both a Northern and Southern Saratoga County chapter.

Upcoming Events

?‍♀️The 13th Annual Route 50 Mile: June 9, 2022

CAPTAIN Community Human Services is so excited to be hosting the return of the in-person Route 50 Mile on Thursday, June 9th! This event is the area's premier one-mile race and is followed by the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Business and Professional Association's Flag Day Parade.

Although we have not been able to have an in-person event for the last two years, we appreciate all the sponsors and runners who supported our virtual events and look forward to seeing you in-person in June!

Registration is currently open with an Early Bird Discount, and sponsorships are available!

 ?An Unbridled Affair Gala: July 21, 2022

GalaLogo_Header(1).jpgJoin Honorary Chairs Frank and Eileene Armenia, and Co-Chairs Denise Desmond and Ashlynn Savarese to dine and delight while mingling with friends and special guests from the world of Thoroughbred Racing!We'll honor Virginia Touhey and Kathleen Simmonds, a couple dedicated to the betterment of the community and strong supporters of CAPTAIN CHS through their volunteerism, philanthropy, and deep commitment to our mission. We'll also honor the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, an entity who has contributed to the betterment of the Thoroughbred community by “Saving horses, Saving lives. Everyday.” As we reach the home stretch, we'll announce and honor an outstanding Thoroughbred who has captured our hearts.Of course, we’ll also have new and exciting items for our auction and raffle, entertainment by Grand Central Station Trio, a captivating program emceed by Spectrum 1 News anchor, Dan Bazile and many more surprises!

More March Updates

?Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Thank you to our event sponsors for making a difference for kids, families, and seniors in our community!

Swing Into Action Sponsors:

The Sunway Team at Morgan Stanley

C.T. Male Associates

Machnick Builders, LTD

Route 50 Mile Sponsors:

Morris Ford, Inc.

Regular's Liquor Cabinet

RF Herkenham Company, LLC

Burnt Hills Chiropractic, Paul Lewandowski, D.C.

Terry Mango

Joseph and Jennifer Martin

Terry's Floors

Upstate Detailing, Inc.

An Unbridled Affair Sponsors:

DHM Properties

The Smile Lodge Pediatric Dentistry

Stewart's Shops

The Daily Gazette

DeCrescente Distributing Company

An Anonymous Donor

Frank and Eileene Armenia

Ballston Spa National Bank

Aimee and Gary Dake

Payette Forward

Saratoga TODAY

Simmons Capital Group

The Sunway Team at Morgan Stanley

Teal, Becker & Chiaramonte, CPAs, P.C.

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Please note it may take up to three business days for your account to be confirmed.

Also, if you're looking for free tax preparation and your household income is $58,000 or less, please call 211 to schedule an appointment with our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program!

? Volunteers Needed!

CAPTAIN CHS is currently in need of volunteers for several programs, including Care Links, the Food Pantry, and CAPTAIN's Treasures. If you're interested in sharing your time and talents, please give Ava a call at 518-399-4624 or click below to apply!

✨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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