CARE, Inc.

EIN: 54-1807476

Mission Statement

CARE, Inc. mobilizes partnerships and community leadership to connect people with resources, opportunities, and support systems that strengthen families, enrich lives, and build a more inclusive and economically vibrant community.

We foster trust, cultivate collaboration, and deliver impactful programs that advance education, economic empowerment, and community well-being.

Program Summary

CARE, Inc. (Community Association of Resources, Education, Enrichment & Economics) is a community-rooted nonprofit dedicated to strengthening families and advancing underserved communities.

We serve as a trusted connector—bringing together residents, service providers, local businesses, and strategic partners to build a more equitable, resilient, and thriving community. Through collaborative initiatives, including the Green Valley Farmers Market, we expand access to fresh food, economic opportunity, youth development, and supportive services that uplift generations.

Our work is grounded in relationships, driven by community voice, and focused on creating sustainable systems that support health, stability, and long-term prosperity.  

CORE PROGRAM AREAS

🥕 1. Green Valley Farmers Market (Food Access + Economic Development)

• Weekly seasonal farmers market in a historically underserved community
• Increases access to fresh, culturally relevant foods
• Supports local farmers, small businesses, and entrepreneurs
• SNAP/EBT access and healthy food incentives (planned/expanding)

🚲 2. Youth Development & Workforce Pipeline (Ages 10–18)

• Gardening Apprenticeship Program (GAP)
• Financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and job readiness training
• Youth-run market participation (vendors, operations, leadership roles)
• Summer internships and community service engagement

👵🏽 3. Seniors & Aging in Place

• Food access support through market and delivery options (developing)
• Resource navigation for housing, health, and social services
• Community connection to reduce isolation
• Advocacy for affordable housing and aging-in-place solutions

COMMUNITY NEED

• Limited access to fresh, affordable food in historically underserved neighborhoods
• Youth lacking structured workforce development and leadership opportunities
• Seniors facing housing instability, isolation, and barriers to services
• Fragmented service systems that require stronger coordination and trust

CARE addresses these gaps through integrated, place-based solutions that meet people where they are.

Impact Statement

We build community-led solutions that strengthen families, reduce inequities, and create sustainable pathways to opportunity.

🎯 Our Focus Areas

Food Access & Economic Opportunity

Green Valley Farmers Market

• Fresh, culturally relevant food access
• Local vendor & small business support
• Youth entrepreneurship opportunities

Youth Development (Ages 5–10) — Early Foundations Program

• Literacy enrichment & reading engagement
• Social-emotional learning (SEL) & confidence building
• Nutrition education & healthy habits (linked to Farmers Market)
• Creative arts, storytelling & cultural identity
• Safe, structured enrichment in community spaces

Youth Development (Ages 10–18)

• Workforce readiness & leadership training
• Hands-on entrepreneurship (market vendors, internships)
• Mentorship & community engagement

Aging in Place (NEW 2026 Initiative)

• Volunteer caregiving & companionship
• Transportation, meals, and home support
• Reducing senior isolation and housing instability

What ways can the public get involved?

🌿 Public Engagement Strategy for CARE, Inc. Programs

🤝 1. Volunteer Pathways (Entry → Leadership)

Create clear, flexible ways for people to get involved immediately:

Entry-Level (Easy On-Ramp)

• One-day service events (farmers market setup, senior home clean-ups)
• “Bring-a-friend” volunteer days
• Youth + family volunteer opportunities

Ongoing Roles

• Senior companions (“Adopt-a-Grandparent” model)
• Market ambassadors & greeters
• Youth mentors & reading buddies (ages 5–10 program)

Leadership Roles

• Volunteer team leads
• Community captains by neighborhood
• Advisory committee members

🧒🏽 2. Family & Intergenerational Programming

Bring the whole community together—not just individuals.

• “Kids & Seniors Together” days (reading, storytelling, cooking)
• Family volunteer days at the farmers market
• Youth teaching seniors tech basics (phones, apps, telehealth)
• Community gardening days

🥬 3. Community Events as Engagement Hubs

Use events as entry points into deeper involvement

• Green Valley Farmers Market activations:
  • Health screenings
  • Cooking demos
  • Youth vendor showcases
• Seasonal events (Back-to-School, Senior Appreciation Days)
• “Community Care Days” in neighborhoods

🗣 4. Community Voice & Co-Design

Let residents help shape the programs

• Quarterly community listening sessions
• Surveys (paper + QR code at events)
• Youth advisory council
• Senior advisory group

📣 5. Faith & Community Partnerships

Leverage trusted institutions

• Partner with churches for:
  • Volunteer recruitment
  • Senior outreach
  • Space for programs
• Collaborate with schools for youth engagement
• Engage local businesses as sponsors + volunteers

📱 6. Digital Engagement (Simple + Consistent)

Meet people where they already are:

• Monthly email/newsletter: “CARE in Action”
• Social media:
  • Volunteer spotlights
  • Senior stories
  • Youth success highlights
• Text reminders for events and volunteer shifts

🎓 7. Skill-Based & Corporate Volunteering

Tap into professional talent:

• Handymen → senior home repairs
• Accountants → financial literacy workshops
• Chefs → cooking demos
• Corporate teams → service days

🧾 8. Public Recognition & Storytelling

People stay involved when they feel valued

• Volunteer of the Month
• Youth achievement showcases
• Senior stories (“Legacy Voices of Green Valley”)
• Social media + event recognition

How are charitable dollars spent? Where does my donation go?

The majority of funds directly support community programs:

Food Access & Farmers Market

• Fresh food distribution and access initiatives
• Market operations (permits, equipment, logistics)
• Vendor support and small business development

Youth Development (Ages 5–18)

• Educational materials, books, and supplies
• Youth stipends and workforce training
• Mentorship programs and enrichment activities

Aging in Place (Senior Support)

• Transportation assistance and meal support
• Volunteer coordination for caregiving services
• Basic home support (supplies, minor repairs)

CARE, Inc. invests charitable dollars where they matter most—directly into people, programs, and community solutions—while maintaining lean operations and measurable impact.  We work mostly with volunteers and pay stipends for our Interns.

Information provided March 2026