Franklin Community Center

Franklin Community Center operates and hosts many programs to benefit the Community. The organization operates: the Franklin free store distribution Center for clothing and household goods that takes in donations from Community members and allows shoppers to choose items, all at no cost to the individual furniture distribution program that matches donors with individuals in need of items, all at no cost to the individual advocacy and referral information 2023 accomplishments include: the free store assisted 6,382 individuals in 2023 provided over 90 successful matches for large pieces of furniture, such as beds, tables, bookcases and couches 16,882 dispersed for rental, utility and heating assistance assisted 27,273 requests for food, housing, clothing aid and transportation

Project lift - project lift is a free after-school prevention program for referred students that operates at each of the saratoga springs city school district elementary and middle schools. The program utilizes a unique approach that includes research-based curriculum, games and art to enhance children's social and emotional skills and improve decision-making. 2023 accomplishments include: serving 107 families with a total of 147 project lift students assisted in grades 1 through 5 103 families were provided price chopper gift cards for school break meals and snacks for the week long holiday breaks in december, february and april. Student services, which oversees and administers our county-wide Community programs such as holiday assistance in december, halloween costume giveaway in october and school supplies distribution in august. The program also manages our school break and summer camp scholarships for project lift students.

Emergency food pantry - the organization operates an emergency food pantry which serves individuals and families in need throughout saratoga county. 2023 accomplishments include: filled 4,006 food packages to provide a 3-5 day supply of food, household supplies and hygiene items 10,745 children, adults and seniors received food assistance

Franklin Community manor - the manor and our two multi-room apartments provide safe and affordable housing opportunities for 19 individuals. All units are located within the city of saratoga springs and close to job opportunities, medical and health services and within walking distance to public transportation. Notable results from the program include: provided permanent housing to individuals who are at or below the poverty level. Successfully continue to assist residents with breaking the cycle of poverty by providing them a fixed, low-cost housing alternative.