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The CA$H Coalition offers FREE VITA tax preparation in Albany, Columbia, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, and Schoharie counties. VITA sites may offer in-person, drop-off, or virtual tax preparation options. Please check with 211 or the VITA site for more information.
Appointments Required.
Albany Community Action Partnership
333 Sheridan Ave., Albany
Call 2-1-1 for an appointment
Albany Public Library
161 Washington Ave., Albany
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany
40 North Main Ave., Albany
Call 2-1-1 for an appointment
Catholic Central School
347 Old Loudon Rd., Latham
RCS Community Library
95 Main St., Ravena
SUNY Albany Husted Hall
135 Western Ave., Albany
Call 2-1-1 for an appointment
Trinity Alliance
15 Trinity Pl., Albany
(518) 449-5155 Ext. 102
Columbia Opportunities
540 Columbia St., Hudson
(518) 828-4611
Community Action of Greene County
7856 Route 9W, Catskill
(518) 943-9205
Fulmont Community Action Agency
20 Park St., Fonda
(518) 853-8356
Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO)
2328 Fifth Ave., Troy
(518) 272-6012
Hoosick Falls VITA
26 John St., Hoosick Falls
Call 2-1-1 for an appointment
Hudson Valley Community College
80 Vandenburgh Ave., Troy
Call 2-1-1 for an appointment
CAPTAIN Community Human Services
5 Municipal Plaza, Suite 3, Clifton Park
Call 2-1-1 for an appointment
Lifeworks Community Action
39 Bath St., Ballston Spa
(518) 288-3206
Mechanicville Area Community Services Center
6 South Main St., Mechanicville
Call 2-1-1 for an appointment
Phyllis Bornt Branch Library
948 Stater St., Schenectady
Union College at Schenectady Public Library
99 Clinton St., Schenectady
Schoharie County Community Action Program
795 East Main St., Suite 5, Cobleskill
(518) 234-2568
The Mechanicville Area Community Services Center Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is back for the 2024 tax year. This program will once again be virtual. Use the GYR (Get Your Refund) link on our website starting Monday, February 3rd, to begin the process and check your eligibility.
If you have any further questions, please contact Andrea at 518-664-8322 ext 1003
The Mechanicville Area Community Services Center Holiday Assistance is CLOSED. If you are in need of Holiday Assistance for your child(ren) or have any questions, please contact Dannielle Castro our office at (518) 664-8322 ext 1010
MACSC Shopping Day: Tuesday, December 17th, 2024 for 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
The Mechanicville Area Community Services Center Thanksgiving Basket Distribution Sign-Up is CLOSED. This program will return for Thanksgiving 2025. Sign-Ups for this program will be available early October 2025. Please check back for additional information as it gets closer to Fall 2025.
Tentative Thanksgiving Basket Sign-Up Date: Friday, October 24th, 2025
Tentative Thanksgiving Basket Distribution Date: Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
For questions and concerns please contact us at (518) 664-8322 ext 1001
The Mechanicville Area Community Services Center School Supply & Winter Coat Assistance Program is CLOSED. If you have missed the sign-up period and are in need of School Supplies for your child, please contact our Resource Advocate at 518-664-8322 ext 1010. This program will return for 2025-2026 School Year. Sign-Ups for this program will be available early July 2024. Please check back for additional information as it gets closer to Summer 2025.
Tentative School Supply Sign-Up Date: Monday, June 30th, 2025
Tentative School Supply Distribution Date: Thursday, August 28th, 2025, 9am-2pm
For questions and concerns please contact us at 518-664-8322
The Mechanicville Area Community Services Center Winter Coat Drive is CLOSED. This program will return for 2025-2026 School Year. Sign-Ups for this program will be available early July 2024. Please check back for additional information as it gets closer to Summer 2025.
Tentative Winter Coat Sign-Up Date: Monday, June 30th, 2025
Tentative Winter Coat Distribution Date: Thursday, August 28th, 2025, 9am-2pm
For questions and concerns please contact us at 518-664-8322
MACSC Site Locations
Mechanicville Elementary School (housed at the MES for its 3rd School Year)
Runs: Sept – June
Regular Hours: AM 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | PM 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Half Day Hours: AM 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | PM 11:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Accepts: Kindergarten thru 5th grade (ages 5 – 12)
Hoosic Valley School
Runs: Sept – June
Regular Hours: AM No AM Care offered | PM 2:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Half Day Hours: AM No AM Care offered | PM 11:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Accepts: Kindergarten thru 6th grade (ages 5 – 13)
2024-2025 SACC School Year Rates
Single Child
$19.00/day (AM Care)
$22.00/day (PM Care)
$29.00/day (AM + PM Care)
Additional Rates
Half Day
$28.00/day (PM Care ONLY)
$35.00/day (AM + PM Care)
School Vacations ONLY (December, February and April)
$43.00/day (ALL Day Care)
Discounts Available
Sibling Discount 25% for 2nd Child | 33% for 3rd Child
Military Discount 10%
MACSC Sponsor Discount 10%
Please Note: Discounts are available for multiple children, Veterans, employees of the Mechanicville and Hoosic Valley School Districts and employees of Corporate Partners (DeCrescente, GA Bove and Polyset)
Subsidized Care and WDI Assistance
Subsidized Care and WDI assistance are encouraged and accepted. NYS Department of Social Services (DSS) can assist low-income families who need child care to become/remain employed. Child care information and referral, Dept. of Social Services subsidized child care (as funds remain available for eligible families). Click HERE to find out more about the WDI Child Care Scholarship Program.
Please Note: Limited scholarships may be available – please inquire for a scholarship application.
Income Limits:
Family Size Annual Monthly
1 $ 56,488.48 $ 4,707.37
2 $ 73,869.56 $ 6,155.80
3 $ 91,250.63 $ 7,604.22
4 $ 108,631.70 $ 9,052.64
5 $ 126,012.77 $ 10,501.06
6 $ 143,393.84 $ 11,949.49
To apply for services or for additional information contact
Saratoga County Resident: (518) 714 – 4004
Rensselaer County Resident: (518) 270 – 3935
Find out more about New York State Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
OCFS Division of Child Care Services
NYS Department of Social Services (DSS) can assist low-income families who need child care to become/remain employed. Child care information and referral, Dept. of Social Services subsidized child care (as funds remain available for eligible families).
Eligibility Criteria:
Child Care Block Grant – Child Care for low-income working families at/below 300% poverty level
TA Transitional – Child Care for former TA recipients who are employed at/below 300% poverty level.
Expansion of Child Care Assistance – Child Care for low-income working families at/below 300% poverty level
Workforce Development Institute (WDI) – Saratoga County partners with WDI to provide Child Care to working families at/below 375% poverty level. Click HERE to find out more about the WDI Child Care Scholarship Program.
Income Limits:
Family Size Annual Monthly
1 $ 56,488.48 $ 4,707.37
2 $ 73,869.56 $ 6,155.80
3 $ 91,250.63 $ 7,604.22
4 $ 108,631.70 $ 9,052.64
5 $ 126,012.77 $ 10,501.06
6 $ 143,393.84 $ 11,949.49
To apply for services or for additional information contact
Saratoga County Resident: (518) 714 – 4004
Rensselaer County Resident: (518) 270 – 3935
Find out more about New York State Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
OCFS Division of Child Care Services
MACSC Open Gym Drop In is CLOSED for the Summer. This program resumes in the FALL.
In order to reserve the Arts Center on the Hudson this Facility Use Request Form MUST be completed.
For questions and concerns please contact Tammie Alikonis
MACSC Site Locations
Mechanicville Elementary School (housed at the MES for its 4th School Year)
The MACSC SACC Before and After care program at Mechanicville Elementary School will be accepting applicants for the 2024-2025 School Year on 06/03 for Current SACC families and 06/10 for NEW families. To register, please complete the SACC Registration.
Hoosic Valley School (PM Care ONLY)
The MACSC SACC After care program at Hoosic Valley School will be accepting applicants for the 2024-2025 School Year on 06/03 for Current SACC families and 06/10 for NEW families, but space is limited. To register, please complete the SACC Registration.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding School Year Program or Registration, please contact
Marianne Sgambati (Child Care Director) 518-664-8322 ext 1009/Program cell 518-335-1739 or Priscilla Izzo (Assistant Director) Program Cell 518-858-5568
2024 MACSC Summer Camp Information
Option 1
FULL Day | Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Accepts: Kindergarten thru 6th grade (K-6 ages 5 – 13)
Required Documentation: Completed Registration and Copy of child’s Immunization Records
**Open to Campers Monday-Friday**
Option 2
Field Trip ONLY | Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Accepts: Kindergarten thru 6th grade (K-6 ages 5 – 13)
Required Documentation: Completed Registration and Copy of child’s Immunization Records
**Open to Campers for Field Trips ONLY – Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays**
Discounts Available
Sibling Discount 25% for 2nd Child | 33% for 3rd Child
Military Discount 10%
MACSC Sponsor Discount 10%
Please Note: Discounts are available for multiple children, Veterans, employees of the Mechanicville and Hoosic Valley School Districts and employees of Corporate Partners (DeCrescente, GA Bove and Polyset)
Subsidized Care and WDI Assistance
Subsidized Care and WDI assistance are encouraged and accepted. NYS Department of Social Services (DSS) can assist low-income families who need child care to become/remain employed. Child care information and referral, Dept. of Social Services subsidized child care (as funds remain available for eligible families). Click HERE to find out more about the WDI Child Care Scholarship Program.
Please Note: Limited scholarships may be available – please inquire for a scholarship application.
Income Limits:
Family Size Annual Monthly
1 $ 51,610.00 $ 4,300.00
2 $ 67,490.00 $ 5,624.00
3 $ 83,370.00 $ 6,947.00
4 $ 99,250.00 $ 8,270.00
5 $ 115,130.00 $ 9,594.00
6 $ 131,010.00 $ 10,917.00
To apply for services or for additional information contact
Saratoga County Resident: (518) 714 – 4004
Rensselaer County Resident: (518) 270 – 3935
Find out more about New York State Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
OCFS Division of Child Care Services
The Mechanicville Area Community Services Center Summer Youth Drop In Program is Coming Soon!! We are in the process of tailoring a FUN and EXCITING drop-in program just for YOUTH. Take a moment to complete the Summer Interest Survey and share your thoughts! This program is CLOSED until Summer 2024. Please check back early May 2024 for additional information.
Tentative Summer Youth Drop-In Registration Date: Monday, May 13th, 2024
For questions and concerns please contact us at 518-664-8322
MACSC Open Gym Site
Mechanicville Area Community Services Center (MACSC)
6 South Main St, Mechanicville NY 12118
518-664-8322
Open Gym Drop-In Runs: Monday – Friday from 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Please complete the below Open Gym Sign-Up and e-mail to Courtney Morizio
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In order for us to provide your child with a winter coat, this sign-up form MUST be completed and submitted with all required documentation.
Important Reminders:
Requirement + Documentation: Please review and submit the required documentation below with your application. Applications WILL NOT be accepted without a required documentation for each child.
If you have any questions about the Winter Coat Sign-up or Required Documents, contact Marie Abraham at 518-664-8322 ext 1010 or Andrea Cowell at 518-664-8322 ext 1003
In order for us to evaluate your need, you MUST complete this General Intake Form.
For questions and concerns please contact contact Marie Abraham at 518-664-8322 ext 1010 or Andrea Cowell at 518-664-8322 ext 1003
In order for us to provide your child with School Supplies and or a Winter Coat, this sign-up form MUST be completed and submitted with all required documentation.
Important Reminders:
Requirement + Documentation: Please review and submit the required documentation below with your application. Applications WILL NOT be accepted without a required documentation for each child.
If you have any questions about the School Supply and or Winter Coat Sign-up or Required Documents, contact Marie Abraham at 518-664-8322 ext 1010 or Andrea Cowell at 518-664-8322 ext 1003
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Look out for more fun and exciting events like this in the future. To learn more about Parenting or Family Resource opportunities, contact Family Resource Advocate at (518) 664-8322 ext 1018
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Our Next Tee Off Against Domestic Violence Golf Fundraiser will be at Saratoga Lake Golf Club June 2023. More Details to follow.
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Our Next Anything That Floats event will be April 2023. More Details to follow.
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Look out for more fun and exciting events like this in the future. To learn more about all the events we offer at MACSC, contact Development Coordinator Tammie Alikonis (518) 664-8322 ext 1014
In order for us to evaluate your need, you MUST complete this Healthy Families Referral Form.
For questions and concerns please contact Samantha Wagner
This Event is currently CLOSED.
Our next Community Hearts Event will be May 2023. More Details to follow.
For more information contact Tammie Alikonis 518.664.8322 ext 1014
Payments: In order to ensure your reservation for any of our fundraising Events or Bus Trips, payment MUST be made in full at the time of registration. If you have not made a payment, your reservation WILL NOT be guaranteed. Any outstanding payments MUST be made within 3 weeks of Event or Bus Departure.
Refunds: In the event of an emergency or last-minute cancellation, please contact Tammie Alikonis (518) 664-8322 ext 1014. All cancellations within 15 days of Event or Bus Departure are non-refundable.
In order to reserve MACSC facility this Facility Use Request Form MUST be completed.
For questions and concerns please contact Carrie Pane