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CARES Advocates for Families
Projects
Parent Mentor Program
To help keep our youth in the classroom, our Parent Mentors work directly in classrooms in the Binghamton City School District alongside teachers and students.
Parent Advocate Program
Are you and your student navigating the disciplinary process and in need of an advocate? Our trained Parent Advocates are available to attend meetings & hearings with you, while providing either emotional support, or education about you and your student's rights.
Annual
Backpack
Giveaway
With the valued support of the City of Binghamton, CARES donates 1,200 stocked backpacks each summer. Click here to see our scheduled locations!
Black History Month Poetry Slam
The sixth annual BHM Poetry Slam is headed your way February 2026! To learn more, please tap or click here.
EACH1 TEACH1
Our EACH1 TEACH1 Tutoring Program allows 60 students in the Binghamton City School District to receive free virtual tutoring with a Binghamton University college student or a retired teacher!
Lawrence Parham Award
Each year, one member of our community is chosen to receive this prestigious award and cash prize. To apply for the Lawrence Parham Community Activist Award, please tap or click here.
CARES DADs
Inspired by the nationally known "Dads on Duty" program in Louisiana, our CARES DADs volunteer in and around schools in the Binghamton City School District to build rapport and encourage healthy conflict resolution with our youth.