named programs · 10 · from sources
What they call their work
B.A.S.E. (Be Aware, Stay Engaged)
Youth-led, adult-guided student coalition funded by the Drug-Free Communities Grant that promotes substance use prevention through peer education, community service, and substance-free social events.
Drug Take-Back Day
Annual event in partnership with the Niskayuna Police Department and DEA for safe disposal of unused or expired prescription medications; also supports a permanent medication drop box at Town Hall.
N-CAP Scholarships
Annual $500 scholarships awarded to two Niskayuna High School seniors who demonstrate commitment to community service and involvement in NCAP-related activities.
N-CAP Volunteer Service Recognition Award
Annual award recognizing Niskayuna residents of all ages for outstanding volunteer service, replacing the President’s Volunteer Service Award, with certificates awarded based on hours served April–March.
Niska Day
Annual community celebration including a parade, family events, and fireworks, fostering community unity and engagement since 1982.
Niskayuna Farmers Market
Seasonal Saturday market at Niskayuna High School from mid-July to mid-October, featuring 15–20 local vendors, live music, family activities, and participation in the Farmers Market Nutrition Program for seniors and low-income families.
Prom Forum
Spring informational event for high school juniors and parents on safe prom practices, including social host laws and after-prom activities, co-hosted with the High School PTO.
S.A.P.E. (Students Advocating for a Positive Environment)
High school student group that organizes events like Red Ribbon Week, chalk-the-walk, and stress-free lunch mods to promote wellness and positive school culture.
Student Billboard Contest
Annual contest for middle school students to design anti-substance misuse billboards, promoting prevention messaging through youth-created art displayed in the community.
Warrior Project
Program that engages student-athletes as role models, promoting respect, healthy lifestyles, and positive training techniques across sports teams at Niskayuna High School.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Education 3 activities
- Administers Federal Drug Free Communities GrantManages a ten-year Federal Drug Free Communities Grant from the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, currently in its sixth year of implementation.
- Conducts drug and alcohol prevention programs in partnership with Niskayuna School DistrictPresents educational forums and initiatives on drug and alcohol prevention in collaboration with the Niskayuna School District to promote student well-being.
- Supports youth-led substance misuse prevention coalitionFacilitates a youth-led, adult-guided coalition that conducts peer education, community service projects, and substance-free social events to prevent student substance use.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 2 activities
- Recognizes community volunteer serviceAdministers the N-CAP Volunteer Service Recognition Award and issues annual certificates in June to residents of Niskayuna for outstanding volunteer service and civic participation.
- Sponsors President's Volunteer Service Award programSupports the President's Volunteer Service Award program in partnership with the Niskayuna School District to recognize and encourage youth civic engagement.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Awards scholarships to graduating high school seniorsProvides two $500 scholarships annually to graduating seniors from Niskayuna High School; awarded to Anna Joyce and Nina Knezevic in 2024.
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Opioid Harm Reduction Services 1 activity
- Hosts annual Drug Take-Back Day and maintains disposal drop boxCo-hosted a Drug Take-Back Day event on April 25, 2026, at Niskayuna Town Hall and maintains a year-round medication disposal drop box for safe disposal of prescription drugs.
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Local Food Market Operation 1 activity
- Operates seasonal farmers market with local vendorsOrganizes and operates the Niskayuna Farmers Market every Saturday from mid-July to mid-October, hosting 15–20 local farmers and vendors selling fresh produce, baked goods, and artisanal products.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organizes annual Niska Day community celebrationHosts and operates the Niska Day community event, a long-standing tradition bringing together residents of Niskayuna, most recently held on May 17, 2025, as the 44th annual celebration.
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WIC Nutrition Support Services 1 activity
- Participates in Farmer's Market Nutrition ProgramEngages in the Farmer's Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) to support underserved women, children, and eligible seniors in addressing food insecurity through access to fresh produce.
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School Sports Booster Programs 1 activity
- Provides financial support to youth athletic teamsOffers funding and support to youth athletic teams in partnership with the Niskayuna School District, promoting healthy lifestyles and student engagement.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conducts student survey on substance use and school climateAdministered a student survey in Spring 2022 across 6th, 8th, 10th, and 12th grades to collect data on substance use, mental health, school culture, and community connectivity.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$15K
Contributions & grants$27K177%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$3K17%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$12K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$3K
balance sheet
Total assets$140K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$140K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +9.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 4
- AMANDA MAHAR — DIRECTOR
- JUNE EVANOFF — DIRECTOR
- SHANNON RISLEY — DIRECTOR
- SHARON WOHL — DIRECTOR
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- B.A.S.E. Partner — Student club that supported the Drug Take-Back Day event and produced a video to raise awareness.
- CAPTAIN of Clifton Park Partner — Model organization whose community action framework inspired the formation of N-CAP.
- DEA Partner — Partnered with N-CAP and the Niskayuna Police Department to host Drug Take-Back Day.
- DEA Partner — Partnered with NCAP and the Niskayuna Police Department to host Drug Take-Back Day.
- Drug-Free Communities Grant Government — Funds the B.A.S.E. program as part of a federal substance use prevention initiative.
- High School PTO Partner — Collaborates with N-CAP to co-host the annual Prom Forum for juniors and parents.
- NCSD Health Department Partner — Partner in hosting the annual student billboard design contest focused on substance misuse prevention.
- Niskayuna Central School District Partner — Collaborates with the school district to administer student surveys on substance use, mental health, and school climate.
- Niskayuna High School Partner — Hosts the Niskayuna Farmers Market in its front parking lot.
- Niskayuna Middle Schools Partner — Partner in hosting the annual student billboard design contest focused on substance misuse prevention.
- Niskayuna Police Department Partner — Co-hosted Drug Take-Back Day with NCAP at Niskayuna Town Hall.
- Niskayuna Police Department Partner — Partnered with N-CAP to host Drug Take-Back Day at Niskayuna Town Hall.
- Niskayuna School District Partner — Collaborates with NCAP to present programs and forums on drug and alcohol prevention, support youth athletics, provide academic scholarships, and sponsor the President's Volunteer Service Award program.
- Shawna Conley Partner — Independent contractor serving as Office Manager
- U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Government — Federal agency that awarded N-CAP the Drug-Free Communities Grant.
- Village of Alplaus Partner — Community whose event and parade served as a model for the Niska-Day celebration.
strategies · 3
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.
- Community Coalition Model for Youth Substance Use Preventionmethodology: community_coalitionBy convening a multi-stakeholder coalition including students, educators, law enforcement, and families, we produce sustainable reductions in youth substance use because collective ownership and shared strategies lead to more effective, culturally grounded prevention.
- Data-Informed Community Adaptationmethodology: data-driven community assessmentBy assessing youth well-being through student surveys and adapting proven models from nearby communities, we design locally effective interventions because data and contextual adaptation ensure relevance and impact.
- Youth-Led, Adult-Guided Prevention Modelmethodology: youth_led_preventionBy empowering youth to lead peer education and substance-free social programming with adult support, we increase engagement and behavior change because peer-driven initiatives are more credible and influential among adolescents.