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Incentivized Engagement

By offering tangible rewards for participation in education and support programs, the organization increases client engagement and program completion, because material incentives reduce immediate barriers and motivate sustained involvement among individuals with limited resources. This strategy links access to essential goods—such as baby supplies or food coupons—to active participation in services like parenting classes or counseling. It distinguishes itself from purely relational or informational approaches by introducing a behavioral incentive structure, grounded in the belief that economic vulnerability often impedes engagement, and that short-term supports can enable longer-term investment in personal development and family well-being.

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who runs it

Organizations running this strategy · 8

what it looks like in practice

Activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above — what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Community resource referrals and support navigation CARE NET PREGNANCY CENTER OF CENTRAL NEW YORK INC
    direct service
    Provides referrals for prenatal care, housing, legal aid, food assistance, and adoption services. Does not refer for abortion services but connects clients with other critical community resources based on individual needs.
  • Fatherhood support and parenting programs CARE NET PREGNANCY CENTER OF CENTRAL NEW YORK INC
    direct service
    Provides dedicated fatherhood programming including one-on-one mentoring with experienced dads, parenting and life skills classes, hands-on training in practical childcare tasks, and peer support groups to build community and parenting competence among men.
  • Free pregnancy testing and ultrasound services CARE NET PREGNANCY CENTER OF CENTRAL NEW YORK INC
    direct service
    Provides free pregnancy tests and on-site ultrasounds to confirm pregnancy viability, determine gestational age, and identify potential complications such as ectopic pregnancy. Services are offered without requiring insurance or identification, and include follow-up consultation to discuss results and next steps.
  • Material assistance for pregnant individuals and families CARE NET PREGNANCY CENTER OF CENTRAL NEW YORK INC
    direct service
    Distributes free baby and maternity supplies such as diapers, clothes, cribs, car seats, and other essentials through a boutique model tied to program participation. Services are provided at no cost and without financial barriers.
  • Parenting and childbirth education programs CARE NET PREGNANCY CENTER OF CENTRAL NEW YORK INC
    direct service
    Offers in-person and structured parenting education classes covering life skills, pregnancy, childbirth, parenting techniques, and domestic violence prevention. Programs are court-approved in Oneida and Herkimer counties and include credit-based modules that allow participants to earn baby supplies.
  • Pregnancy options counseling and education CARE NET PREGNANCY CENTER OF CENTRAL NEW YORK INC
    direct service
    Offers confidential counseling and evidence-based information on all pregnancy options, including parenting, adoption, abortion procedures, and medication abortion, without referring for or performing abortions. Includes education on fetal development, risks of abortion, and emergency contraception.
  • Sexual health education and STI services CARE NET PREGNANCY CENTER OF CENTRAL NEW YORK INC
    direct service
    Provides free STI testing and treatment, sexual health education, and risk avoidance programming, including the "My Future, My Choice" curriculum that covers STDs, pregnancy prevention, healthy relationships, and decision-making skills for youth.
  • Support services for pregnancy and abortion loss CARE NET PREGNANCY CENTER OF CENTRAL NEW YORK INC
    direct service
    Offers individual peer counseling, couple counseling, and support groups for individuals coping with miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, and abortion. Services include virtual options and are designed to support emotional and psychological recovery.
  • Counseling and emotional support for individuals affected by abortion SUMMIT LIFE OUTREACH CENTER INC
    direct service
    Offers free, confidential one-on-one counseling and emotional support services for women and men affected by abortion, including those seeking to process past experiences or understand their options.
  • Education and support on pregnancy, abortion, adoption, and parenting options SUMMIT LIFE OUTREACH CENTER INC
    direct service
    Provides accurate, nonjudgmental information and counseling to support informed decision-making about pregnancy, abortion, adoption, and parenting. Includes educational resources on procedures, risks, and emotional considerations, as well as guidance on open, semi-open, and closed adoption.
  • Free limited obstetrical ultrasound services SUMMIT LIFE OUTREACH CENTER INC
    direct service
    Provides or refers for free limited obstetrical ultrasounds to confirm pregnancy viability and gestational age, either on-site or through scheduled appointments and referrals.
  • Free pregnancy testing and confirmation services SUMMIT LIFE OUTREACH CENTER INC
    direct service
    Provides free, lab-quality pregnancy testing and retesting, including walk-in and appointment-based options. Offers referrals or scheduling assistance for ultrasounds to confirm pregnancy viability and gestational age.
  • Material support through incentive-based program SUMMIT LIFE OUTREACH CENTER INC
    direct service
    Operates an “Earn While You Learn” program that provides baby supplies and furniture in exchange for earned credits, supporting individuals preparing for parenting.
  • Medication abortion reversal support SUMMIT LIFE OUTREACH CENTER INC
    direct service
    Offers information and support resources for individuals seeking to reverse the effects of medication abortion.
  • Parenting and fatherhood education programs SUMMIT LIFE OUTREACH CENTER INC
    direct service
    Offers free parenting classes covering pregnancy, childbirth, child development, and parenting skills. Also provides a dedicated fatherhood program focused on developing parenting skills, understanding paternal roles, and navigating co-parenting relationships.
  • Referrals to adoption and community resource partners SUMMIT LIFE OUTREACH CENTER INC
    direct service
    Provides free referrals to local adoption agencies and educational resources on adoption. Also connects individuals to community and financial resources through partnerships with local organizations.
  • Support services for men facing unplanned pregnancies SUMMIT LIFE OUTREACH CENTER INC
    direct service
    Offers direct outreach, communication, and counseling to men facing unplanned pregnancies, including participation in fatherhood programs and decision-making support.
  • Walk-in service access SUMMIT LIFE OUTREACH CENTER INC
    direct service
    Provides walk-in services during normal operating hours without requiring appointments, increasing accessibility to pregnancy testing and support.