named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Bible Classes
Christian faith-building classes focused on Bible reading, prayer, and living as a Christian parent; open to all experience levels.
Childbirth Classes
Comprehensive education for expectant parents covering trimester expectations, labor stages, pain management, and postpartum care.
Earn-While-You-Learn Program
Education incentive program where clients earn points for attending classes and support groups, redeemable for baby items in boutiques.
First Things First
Confidential appointments to confirm pregnancy and discuss options, including free pregnancy tests and on-site limited ultrasound referrals.
Parenting Classes: Newborn to Age Two
Christian-based classes covering infant feeding, sleep, safety, development, and common parenting challenges grouped by age.
Support Groups
Groups for miscarriage recovery, single parenting, and post-abortion healing, offering safe spaces for emotional support and connection.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Pregnancy Decision Counseling and Support 2 activities
- Counseling and education on pregnancy optionsProvides education and support on pregnancy options including abortion, adoption, and parenting to individuals facing unplanned pregnancies, helping them make informed decisions.
- Operating support programs during and after pregnancyOffers ongoing emotional and practical support to individuals during and after pregnancy, including support groups for miscarriage, past trauma, single parenting, and post-abortion recovery.
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Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
- Delivering childbirth and parenting education classesProvides childbirth preparation classes covering labor, delivery, pain management, and postpartum care, as well as parenting classes for caregivers of children from newborn to age two, with age-grouped sessions.
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Youth and Young Adult Spiritual Engagement 1 activity
- Providing faith-based education and Bible classesOffers Bible classes and Christian parenting instruction focused on building faith, understanding scripture, prayer, and integrating Christian values into parenting, open to individuals at all stages of spiritual development.
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Pregnancy Testing and Confirmation Services 1 activity
- Providing free pregnancy testing and on-site ultrasound servicesOffers free pregnancy testing by appointment at multiple locations, including Albany, and provides limited on-site ultrasounds to confirm pregnancy viability and gestational age across all centers.
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Diaper and Baby Supply Distribution 1 activity
- Running an Earn-While-You-Learn program with boutique accessOperates an earn-while-you-learn program where clients earn points by attending parenting, pregnancy, Bible, or support classes, redeemable at boutiques for baby and maternity items such as clothing, strollers, pack-n-plays, and feeding supplies across four centers.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Delivering services through multiple regional locationsProvides free and confidential services at multiple locations in the Capital Region, including Albany, Cohoes, Schenectady, and Bennington, with services available by appointment and during specified weekday hours.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$860K
Contributions & grants$829K96%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$31K4%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$897K
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising11%
Salaries & benefits$600K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.23M
Cash$371K
Investments$141K
Liabilities$259K
Net assets$976K
Liquid reserves6.8 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -14.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM BABARCZY | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $130K |
| LISA CARSON | INTERIM EXEC | 40 | $45K |
board members · 7
- BECKY JONES — TREASURER
- DAVID DARIANO — DIRECTOR
- LINDA STEWART — SECRETARY
- MICHAEL ADAMS — EXEC. DIRECT
- PAMELA EBERLE — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT LOBEL MD — CHAIRMAN
- WARREN DELOLLO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Four centers Network — Operates four physical centers housing boutiques and service programs.
- Meaghan Partner — Contact person for PASG inquiries, indicating coordination with or referral to a specific support program or network.
- friendsofalpha.com Network — Platform used for donation processing and donor engagement.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Client-Centered, Nonjudgmental Counseling Modelmethodology: client_choice_modelBy meeting clients where they are emotionally and situationally through nonjudgmental, compassionate counseling, the organization fosters trust and supports informed decision-making, because this approach reduces barriers to engagement and empowers clients to explore all pregnancy options confidently.
- Faith-Based Peer Support Community Buildingmethodology: peer_paced_supportBy integrating faith-based parenting education with peer support, the organization builds confidence and sustained community among clients because shared beliefs and lived experiences create deeper connections and long-term engagement in personal growth and parenting readiness.
- Incentive-Based Engagement with Material Supportmethodology: incentive_based_engagementBy offering redeemable points for participation in education and support programs, the organization increases client engagement because access to essential baby and maternity items serves as a tangible motivator and meets basic needs while promoting active involvement in personal development.
- Values-Driven Relational Frameworkmethodology: relational_frameworkBy grounding services in core values—love, listening, grace, respect, and trust—the organization creates a supportive relational environment because these values foster emotional safety and dignity, which are prerequisites for meaningful engagement and personal transformation.