Explore Below To See Upcoming Events, Fundraising Opportunities and Donation Drives
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Build A Box For Hunger Action Month!
This September, Franklin Community Center is inviting our community to take part in a simple but meaningful challenge: Build a Box for Hunger Action Month! The idea is easy. Each day in September, add one suggested item to a box at home. By the end of the month, you’ll have a collection of food and household essentials ready to donate to FCC’s Food Pantry.
Our daily calendar includes much-needed items such as cereal, peanut butter, rice, diapers, canned goods, snacks, pasta, toilet paper, shampoo, laundry detergent, and more. We know that household and personal care items can place an additional strain on already stretched budgets, which is why this challenge includes both food and essential non-food items. You don’t have to purchase every item on the list – even a few donations can make a difference.
Consider inviting your family, friends, coworkers, classroom, or workplace to join the challenge and collect items throughout the month. At the end of September, simply drop off your box at Franklin Community Center’s Food Pantry, located at 10 Franklin Street in Saratoga Springs.
Hannaford Fight Hunger Bag Program
During the month of September, $1 from all orange Fight Hunger bags purchased at the 95 Weibel Avenue Hannaford location will benefit Franklin Community Center’s Food Pantry!
Replenish your stock of reusable bags, reduce plastic waste, and help raise funds for neighbors in need!
10th Annual SSCSD Facilities and Operations Golf Tournament To Benefit Project Lift
Join the Saratoga Springs school district’s Facilities and Operations department for their 10th annual golf tournament on Saturday, September 12th at Brookhaven Golf Course. All proceeds benefit FCC’s Project Lift program!
Activities include a 50/50 raffle, prize drawings, 1st place team prize, longest drive, closest to the pin, and a putting contest. Grab and go lunch will be available at the turn, with a barbecue buffet dinner at the conclusion.
Kelley Family Charitable Foundation Tackle Hunger Food Drive
Join the Kelley Family Charitable Foundation in their annual Tackle Hunger Food Drive and support the FCC Food Pantry! Non-perishable food donations will be collected at every Saratoga NFL Flag Football game day between September 12th and September 30th. Let’s tackle hunger!
50/50 Raffle at Harvey’s Bills Backers
Join us at Saratoga’s official Bills Backers Bar, Harvey’s Restaurant & Bar (14 Phila Street), for every Buffalo Bills game this season for our 50/50 raffle and for other giveaways and raffles!
Go Bills! Go FCC!
Join Us for FCC’s 2nd Annual Fundraising Event – A Fall Affair!
We are thrilled to announce that on Thursday, September 17th, FCC will host its 2nd annual fundraising event, A Fall Affair, at The Lodge at Saratoga Casino Hotel from 6:00 – 8:30 PM. This signature event brings together community leaders, business partners, and generous supporters for an enjoyable evening featuring exceptional food and drinks, a silent auction, and an opportunity to celebrate and support FCC’s mission.
We hope you will join our Honorary Event Chairs Michael and Stacie Arpey, Event Chairs Zack and Devin Manz, and our Event Committee members in supporting FCC by attending the event or becoming a sponsor.
Sponsorship opportunities are available at multiple levels, each offering valuable visibility and recognition while directly supporting FCC’s vital programs and services. Children, families and individuals rely on FCC’s support. Your contributions to this event will have a direct and meaningful impact.
For more information about the event and how to become a sponsor or purchase tickets, please click below!
Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga’s Hallowellness Event to Support the FCC Food Pantry
Join Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga on Saturday, October 24th from 1-4PM for a fun-filled, FREE community event – celebrate Halloween with a unique twist of wellness on their farm!
What to Expect:
- Costume Fun for All: Kids (and adults!) are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite costumes. The horses will be dressed up too—get ready for some adorable and spooky sightings!
- Haunted House Adventure: Step inside the Blue Barn transformed into a haunted house. Enter if you dare—it’s always a highlight of the day!
- Engaging Farm Activities: Explore various fun stations set up across the farm designed to entertain and engage the whole family.
- Community Vendors & Facepainting: Enjoy local vendors offering goodies and have your face painted in festive designs.
- Win Prizes: Take part in exciting contests and activities for chances to win THS gear and other great prizes.
- Wellness and Fun Combined: Experience the joy of being outdoors, connecting with horses, and embracing the Halloween spirit in a safe, welcoming environment.
- Help Support our Neighbors: Join us in supporting the Franklin Community Center by taking part in their Food and Funds Drive! Visit them to donate online before our event or view their full list of needed items here.
- Vendors: Stay Tuned!
Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable afternoon of treats, thrills, and wellness.
Planning or Hosting an event?
Whether you’re an individual or a business, organizing an event in support of FCC is a powerful way to give back in our community. Do you have a great idea for an event and would like to partner with Franklin Community Center? Call Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator Julianna Luciano at 518-587-9826 x232 or email her at [email protected]!
Please make checks payable to Franklin Community Center. Donations are tax deductible, EIN 14-1667397. We would be happy to provide our logo to use for your event flyer, email or post.
