named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Coalitions
Localized alliances that coordinate prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts across sectors and county lines, involving stakeholders such as educators, faith-based groups, and people in recovery.
Detox/Stabilization and Rehabilitation Center
Planned 20–24 bed residential facility in Tompkins County providing 24/7 walk-in access to detox and rehabilitation services based on individualized assessments.
Issue Briefings
Research and policy publications on topics including prescription drug abuse, alcohol and cancer, medical marijuana, and minimum legal drinking age to inform advocacy and education efforts.
Youth Clubhouse (Creative Arts Clubhouse)
Peer-driven recovery support program for adolescents and young adults in recovery or seeking a drug-free lifestyle, offering social activities, recovery groups, and family engagement in Amsterdam, NY.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Education 2 activities
- Advocacy and policy publications on public health and substance usePublishes issue briefings on public health policy topics including prevention in all policies, prescription drug abuse, alcohol and cancer, medical marijuana, alcohol sales regulation, minimum legal drinking age enforcement, and population-wide alcohol control measures.
- Facilitates cross-sector collaboration for substance use prevention and recoveryCoordinates community resources across sectors to support localized prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts from substance use disorders.
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Literary Events & Workshops 1 activity
- Art and poetry programming for youth and adults in recoveryHosts an annual Art and Poetry Contest and touring exhibition, including open mic events and gallery interactions, engaging youth and adults in recovery; in 2016, reached over 350 attendees across three venues.
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Capital Infrastructure Funding 1 activity
- Funding for substance use treatment and recovery infrastructureFunds the development and operation of substance use treatment and recovery facilities, including a residential detox/stabilization/rehabilitation center in Tompkins County and a Recovery Community Center in Watertown, through grant awards and state funding.
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Summer Camp Access Scholarships 1 activity
- Funding for youth recovery servicesFunds the operation of a Youth Clubhouse for adolescents and young adults through OASAS funding.
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Substance Use Information and Referral Services 1 activity
- Information and referral services for substance use and gambling issuesProvides information and referrals to families and individuals seeking help for alcohol, tobacco, drug use, and gambling problems, operating locally, regionally, and statewide in New York.
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Outpatient Substance Use Treatment 1 activity
- Maintains resource directory for addiction services and support organizationsOperates and maintains a list of resource links related to addiction services and support organizations to assist individuals and families in accessing care.
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Substance Use Policy Advocacy & Public Education 1 activity
- Supports educational and advocacy efforts with research and administrative toolsShares current research and administrative tools to support substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery advocacy and education initiatives.
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Youth Development and Support Services 1 activity
- Wraparound and case management services for individuals in recoveryImplements wraparound services for adolescents and adults for up to nine months after treatment completion and provides case management addressing education, legal, financial, social, and childcare needs.
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12-Step Recovery Support Services 1 activity
- Youth Clubhouse program for adolescents and young adults in recoveryOperates a Youth Clubhouse that provides recovery-oriented services including peer-led support groups, Recovery Coaches, Family Peer Navigators, and creative arts and recreational activities such as music, dance, art, cooking, basketball, and softball for youth in recovery or seeking a drug-free lifestyle.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$13K
Contributions & grants$13K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$10K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$1K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$28K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$28K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +19.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| Amanda West | Secretary | 1 | $300 |
| Jennifer Faringer | Vice President | 1 | $300 |
| Lawrence Calkins | Treasurer | 1 | $300 |
| William Bowman | President | 1 | $300 |
board members · 5
- James Conklin — Board Member
- Julie Dostal — Board Member
- Robin Mann — Board Member
- Shannon Ford — Board Member
- Timothy VanDamme — Board Member
relationships · 71
Who they work with
- Alcohol & Drug Abuse Council of Delaware County, Inc. Partner — Council member organization in Delaware County
- Alcohol & Drug Awareness Council of Orange County, Inc. Partner — Council member organization in Orange County
- Alcohol & Drug Council of Tompkins County Partner — Recipient of a $500,000 grant for the development of a detox/stabilization and rehabilitation center.
- Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention Council Partner — Council member organization in Saratoga County
- Allegany Council on Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Partner — Council member organization in Allegany County
- American Medical Association Government — Cited as aligning with organizational position on medical marijuana; supports formal FDA approval of medications.
- Bridges/Madison County Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, Inc. Partner — Council member organization in Madison County
- Care Compass Network Funder — Provided a $500,000 grant to support development of a detox and rehabilitation center.
- Catholic Charities Community Services of Orange/Sullivan/Ulster Counties Partner — Council member organization in Sullivan County
- Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston Prevention Services Partner — Council member organization in Steuben County
- Chautauqua Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Council, Inc. Partner — Council member organization in Chautauqua County
- Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) Network — Member of a national network focused on community-based drug prevention.
- Cortland Prevention Resources Partner — Council member organization in Cortland County
- Council on Alcohol & Substance Abuse (CASA-Trinity) Partner — Council member organization in Livingston County
- Council on Alcoholism & Addictions of the Finger Lakes, Inc. Partner — Council member organization in Ontario County
- Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse of Livingston County (d/b/a Trinity) Partner — Partner organization receiving peer engagement program funding
- DePaul Community Services, Inc./ NCADD-RA Partner — Partner organization receiving community coalition funding
- DePaul's National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence-Rochester Area Partner — Council member organization in Monroe County
- Erie County Partner — Local council partner represented by board member Robin Mann.
- FASD United Partner — Connects with organizations addressing fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.
- Five Star Subaru Partner — Local business partner that supports the annual Art and Poetry Show.
- Friends of Recovery NYS Partner — Collaborates with leadership from Friends of Recovery NYS, as evidenced by keynote participation.
- Friends of Recovery New York (FOR-NY) Partner — Council member organization
- Friends of Recovery – New York Partner — Works with recovery-focused organizations to support individuals affected by addiction.
- HFM Prevention Council Partner — Council member organization in Hamilton/Fulton/Montgomery Counties
- HFM Prevention Council Partner — Received OASAS funding to operate a Youth Clubhouse for adolescents and young adults.
- Hamilton, Fulton, Montgomery Counties Partner — Regional council partner represented by board vice president Rachel Truckenmiller.
- Herkimer County Prevention Council Partner — Council member organization in Herkimer County
- In Unity Alliance Partner — Collaborates on addiction recovery and support initiatives in New York.
- Institute of Medicine Government — Cited as recommending further clinical trials on marijuana and cannabinoids under monitored research protocols.
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strategies · 5
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-Based Referral Networkmethodology: community_based_referralBy leveraging local, regional, and state-level networks, the organization increases access to addiction services because trusted community-embedded channels reduce barriers to entry and improve referral uptake.
- Cross-Sector Collaborative Preventionmethodology: cross_sector_collaborationBy convening diverse stakeholders—including people in recovery, educators, faith groups, and health providers—across multiple counties, the organization tailors prevention and recovery efforts to local contexts because inclusive coalitions produce more relevant, sustainable, and culturally responsive solutions.
- Peer-Driven Recovery Support Modelmethodology: peer_driven_recoveryBy centering peer and volunteer leadership in recovery centers and outreach, the organization improves engagement and sustained recovery because lived experience fosters trust, reduces stigma, and increases relatability.
- Population-Level Prevention Through Regulatory Changemethodology: population_level_preventionBy advocating for population-wide alcohol policy changes—such as taxation and availability restrictions—the organization reduces per capita consumption and alcohol-related harm because structural environmental factors shape individual behavior at scale.
- Stigma-Free, Low-Barrier Access Modelmethodology: stigma_free_accessBy offering 24/7 walk-in access to recovery services without preconditions, the organization increases service utilization because removing procedural and social barriers enables immediate engagement during critical moments of need.