Schenectady Community Action Program

Summer is about to get a lot more fun, Schenectady! 🍉

Join the Summer Meals Block Parties for FREE food and family-friendly activities at parks across the city, all summer long.

📅 Tuesday, June 30 | Noon-3 PM | Jerry Burrell Park (Kickoff Party!)
📅 Tuesday, July 14 | 4:30-6:30 PM | Central Park
📅 Tuesday, July 28 | 11 AM-1 PM | Steinmetz Park
📅 Tuesday, August 11 | 4:30-6:30 PM | Hillhurst Park
📅 Tuesday, August 25 | Noon-2 PM | Jerry Burrell Park

No registration, no cost, just good food and a good time. Bring the whole family.

More info: 518SummerMeals.org

Just another example of Schenectady and its many wonderful community partners, including United Way of the Greater Capital Region, committed to making sure no kid in this city goes hungry this summer.

60 years ago, SCAP opened its doors to Schenectady County's youngest learners. We're still here!

Our 2025 Early Learning Program Annual Report is now available. This year, 295 children ages birth through five were enrolled in Head Start and Early Head Start-Child Care Partnerships. And two alumni - Liala Kanan, now a Penn State graduate, and Kylea Tellis, now a licensed daycare provider and community leader - show what a strong foundation can build over a lifetime.

Read their stories and see the full impact at www.scapny.org/publications

Memorial Day Closure Notice

SCAP will be closed Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.

We'll reopen Tuesday, May 26th at 8:30 AM.

Today we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

Need services while we're closed? Access our Customer Portal 24/7 at www.scapny.org

Our 2025 Annual Report is here - and what a year it was to celebrate.

In SCAP's 60th anniversary year, we served 7,000+ people across Schenectady County. 95% of families receiving housing services maintained stable housing. 95 individuals gained employment or developed new skills. 76 women and children found safety at Sojourn House. And one family's story - Jennifer, Jay, and CJ - shows what it looks like when the right support arrives at exactly the right moment.

Six decades of showing up. Read the full report at www.scapny.org/publications