Saturday Academy — Session Opener
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Location announced upon registration
Connect · Advocate · Respond · Empower
Connecting Youth. Advocating for Change. Empowering the Future.
CARE provides meaningful experiences, mentorship, education, and support that help young people discover their purpose and reach their full potential.
“Where compassion meets action. Care for the heart, from the heart. CARE is Heart Work, Not Hard Work.”
Who we are
A community that shows up for young people
CARE stands for Connect, Advocate, Respond, Empower four commitments that shape every session we run. We serve youth ages 10–18 with the relationships, skills, and opportunities they need to build a future they choose for themselves.
Connect
Foster meaningful relationships with youth, listening to their concerns and interests.
Advocate
Support and empower youth to express themselves, make informed decisions, and access resources.
Respond
Provide timely and effective responses to youth's needs, offering guidance and referrals as needed.
Empower
Encourage youth to develop their skills, build confidence, and become active participants in their communities.
Program highlights
Skills for school, work, and life
Ten program tracks run throughout the CARE Saturday Academy year.
Youth Mentorship
Consistent, caring adult mentors who walk alongside each student through school, family, and personal goals.
Leadership Development
Youth learn to lead themselves and others through public speaking, teamwork, and project ownership.
Social-Emotional Learning
Practical skills for self-awareness, empathy, healthy relationships, and responsible decision-making.
Financial Literacy
Money confidence for real life: budgeting, saving, credit, and the basics of building wealth.
Conflict Resolution
De-escalation and peacemaking skills youth can use at school, at home, and in the community.
Career Readiness
Exposure to careers and the practical tools to pursue them — from résumés to real interviews.
Our impact
Measured in young lives changed
CARE's work is built around consistent mentorship and ten program tracks that meet young people where they are.
- 10
- Program tracks in every Saturday Academy cohort
- 10–18
- Ages of the youth CARE serves
- 4
- Commitments guiding our work: Connect, Advocate, Respond, Empower
Testimonials
What families, students, and partners say
“CARE gave my son a place where he is known and challenged. He talks about his mentor like family.”
“I used to avoid speaking in class. After leadership sessions I led our whole service project.”
“Sponsoring CARE is the clearest community investment we make. The outcomes are real and reported.”
Upcoming events
Mark your calendar
Financial Literacy Workshop
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Location announced upon registration
Neighborhood Park Service Day
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Location announced upon registration
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