Family Service Society, Inc.

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s FLX Gives, we’re rallying to ensure every child in our community has access to the support and care they need to thrive. With your generosity, we can continue to provide crucial services that empower young people, support families, and create a stronger, healthier community.   Our K

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ura Richardson Houghton Corning Youth Center (CYC)Provid
es a safe, supportive environment for youth after school and during the summer, offering a range of activities that promote learning, social engagement, and nourishment. This year, we’re raising funds to support an extended summer programming day—moving from 8 to 10 hours each weekday. This extension ensures working parents have a safe, positive place for their children to stay. With reduced funding, this critical extension is at risk. Our T.R.E.E. of Dreams Teen Space, operating within CYC, also relies on these funds to provide older youth a secure environment.Your G

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• ft in Action: $100 helps us cover the cost of extended hours, keeping kids engaged and safe for two additional hours each day, for 30 youth.Advantag

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After School ProgramLocated a
t Corning Painted Post Middle School, this program offers students a safe, enriching after-school experience filled with academic support, social skill-building, and recreational activities. This past summer, the program lost significant funding, and we are working hard to provide enriching activities on a very tight budget.Your Gift

• in Action: $50 supports two hours of essential social/emotional learning activities, helping children build resilience and develop healthy coping skills.Youth Mento

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ing of the Southern Tier (YMST)Through week
ly group mentoring sessions, YMST connects at-risk youth with positive role models who provide guidance and encouragement. Primarily community-funded, YMST needs additional support for year-round mentoring activities that reinforce social and emotional growth.Your Gift in

• Action: $25 provides materials for a meaningful craft activity for two mentor-mentee pairs, fostering creativity and social-emotional learning.Family Focus P

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ogramFamily Focus of
fers in-home visits to provide support, resources, and guidance to parents, helping families stay connected and children remain in stable, loving environments. With inflation adding pressure to family budgets, Family Focus aims to help families keep children safely at home or reunite with them when possible.Your Gift in Ac

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• ion: $25 supplies critical baby safety and hygiene items to families in need, promoting a safe home environment.The Choice Progra

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A specialized coun
seling program for youth who have experienced sexual or physical abuse, Choice provides trauma-informed care in a supportive setting. To create a comfortable, safe environment, we offer every child a nutritious snack and drink before their counseling session.Your Gift in Actio

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• : $10 provides snacks for 3 children, helping them feel comfortable and nourished as they begin healing from trauma.Prevention Counselin

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and Prevention EducationThis program empowers
youth and families by providing counseling and educational support focused on preventing crises, building resilience, and encouraging positive choices. Through evidence-based practices, we work to reduce the risk of substance abuse, mental health issues, and other challenges in vulnerable youth populations.Your Gift in Action:

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• 50 funds an interactive workshop for teens, promoting healthy decision-making and life skills.With these impactful pr

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rams, every dollar you contribute goes directly toward creating a positive, lasting difference in the lives of local children and families.Program Pride Challenge-

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p Unlock $150 Bonus Funds! Our Program Pride Challenge invites donors to show support for the Family Service Society programs that mean the most to them! When making a donation, donors can leave a comment naming the specific program they’re passionate about, like the Corning Youth Center, Advantage After School, Youth Mentoring, Choice, Family Focus, or Prevention Services. Each program will rally supp

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t, creating friendly competition as we track which program gathers the most mentions. The program with the highest number of donor shoutouts  by Noon on 11/15/24 will receive an additional $150 for special activities or supplies, along with public recognition on our social media, and special treat for staff!About Family Service Society,

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For over 106 years, Family Service
Society, Inc. has been dedicated to strengthening and supporting individuals, children, and families in our community. Our mission is to provide high-quality human services that foster emotional and social well-being, resilience, and a sense of belonging. Serving nearly 2,000 individuals each year, we are committed to making a lasting impact through a range of programs that address the unique needs of our community. With your support, we continue to be a trusted source of hope, healing, and empowerm…