Franklin Community Center: Hours, Programs, Rentals & Map

Saratoga Springs, New York · 2026 Visitor Guide

Franklin Community Center: Find Food, Clothing & Family Support

Franklin Community Center, Inc. is a nonprofit family resource organization serving Saratoga Springs and surrounding Saratoga County communities. It provides a food pantry, free clothing and household supplies, youth enrichment, emergency financial assistance and affordable housing services.

Visitors should choose the correct location before traveling. The administrative office, food pantry and Franklin Free Store operate from different addresses, all within downtown Saratoga Springs.

Main Office95 Washington StreetSaratoga Springs, NY 12866

Main Telephone518-587-9826Questions and assistance

Office HoursMonday–Friday9 AM–4 PM

Food Pantry10 Franklin StreetAdvance order and pickup procedures

Official Franklin Community Center Hours & Contact Call 518-587-9826

Information reviewed October 20, 2026. This guide covers Franklin Community Center in Saratoga Springs, New York, not similarly named facilities in Maine, New Jersey or other states.

Franklin Community Center Hours & Locations

The organization maintains separate service locations. Choose the correct building and opening period for your visit.

Location	Address	Published Hours
Administrative Office	95 Washington Street	Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM; office closes for lunch from noon–1 PM
Food Pantry	10 Franklin Street	Order pickup Monday–Thursday, 9:30 AM–3:30 PM; Friday free-table shopping, 9 AM–4 PM
Franklin Free Store	101 Washington Street	Shopping Monday–Friday, 9 AM–noon; donation drop-offs by scheduled appointment Monday–Thursday
Franklin Community Manor	95 Congress Street	Residential housing, not a general drop-in service

Food pantry versus Free Store: The food pantry provides groceries, while the Free Store distributes items such as clothing and household goods. They are different locations and have different procedures.

Schedule changes: An older downloadable welcome kit lists narrower Free Store shopping days. The current official contact page lists Monday–Friday, 9 AM–noon. Check the current page or call before travel.

What Services Does Franklin Community Center Provide?

Emergency Food Pantry

Food packages for qualifying individuals and households, with online ordering and scheduled pickup.

10 Franklin Street

Franklin Free Store

Free clothing and household items to help community members meet everyday needs.

101 Washington Street

Project Lift

Free referral-based after-school support for eligible students in the Saratoga Springs school district.

Student support

Student & Family Services

Seasonal support with school supplies, clothing, winter essentials and holiday assistance.

Eligibility applies

Emergency Financial Help

Potential one-time financial assistance for a household facing hardship involving rent, utilities or other essential needs.

Funds-dependent

Affordable Housing

Franklin Community Manor contains 17 efficiency apartments for low-income adults, with screening and application requirements.

Not an event rental

Some services are available without appointments, while others require online ordering, referrals, eligibility verification or staff approval.

Franklin Community Center Food Pantry

Address: 10 Franklin Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

The food pantry provides grocery assistance to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. It uses an online ordering system to help people select a food package and pickup time.

How to Request Food Pantry Assistance

1. Open the official Food Pantry Ordering Instructions.

2. Select the pantry’s online ordering service and choose Sign Up if you are registering for the first time.

3. Create an account and enter the requested household information. Include household members accurately.

4. Complete the required acknowledgments and any eligibility information.

5. Choose an available pickup time and select grocery items according to the pantry’s ordering rules.

6. Submit the order and save your confirmation.

7. Pick up the package at 10 Franklin Street during the confirmed appointment window.

No internet access? Call 518-587-9826, option 1. The pantry says its staff can help create an online profile and place an order.

Food Pantry Pickup Schedule

Service	Hours
Monday–Thursday order pickup	9:30 AM–3:30 PM
Friday free table	9 AM–4 PM

Pantry order availability, pickup schedules, visit frequency and permitted quantities are determined by the organization. Ask staff about current eligibility and what identification or proof of residence, if any, you should bring.

Official Pantry Ordering Guide

Franklin Free Store: Clothing & Household Items

Address: 101 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

The Franklin Free Store makes donated items available to community members without a conventional retail purchase. Inventory depends on donations, availability and store rules.

Activity	Current Published Schedule
Shopping	Monday–Friday, 9 AM–noon
Donations	Monday–Thursday, by online appointment

How to Shop

Go to the Free Store at 101 Washington Street during published shopping hours.
Follow posted sign-in instructions and any household shopping limits.
Select from the items currently available.
Respect time limits and capacity requirements when the store is busy.
Ask staff if you need additional family or emergency support.

How to Donate Clothing or Household Goods

Open the organization’s current Donation Wish List.
Check whether your items are currently needed and in acceptable condition.
Schedule a donation appointment through the official Free Store process.
Bring items to the designated donation location during the confirmed appointment.

Parking reminder: The organization’s driving directions discourage parking on Marvin Alley near the Free Store. Use permitted nearby street parking and follow posted signs.

Project Lift & Family Programs

Project Lift: Free After-School Program

Project Lift began in 1984 and is a free, referral-based prevention and support program for eligible students in the Saratoga Springs City School District.

Serves students in grades 1–5 at all six district elementary schools.
Offers complementary support for certain sixth-grade students.
Develops communication, confidence, resilience and social-emotional skills.
Connects participating children and families with additional community support.
Enrollment is based on referral and program eligibility, not unrestricted drop-in attendance.

Official Project Lift Program →

Student & Family Assistance

The organization also supports eligible Saratoga County children and families through programs for:

School supplies and back-to-school essentials.
Winter coats and boots.
Halloween costumes.
Holiday assistance and seasonal needs.
Other family-support resources when available.

Some programs require proof of eligibility. Qualifying conditions may include enrollment in public assistance, SNAP, free or reduced-price school meals, or referral by a school or partner organization.

Student & Family Services: 518-587-9826, extension 225.

Holiday Assistance: 2026

On October 16, 2026, Franklin Community Center announced its holiday assistance campaign, including Adopt-A-Child and general toy donation options. Availability of assistance applications and donor opportunities changes during the season.

Official 2026 Holiday Assistance Details →

Emergency Rent, Utilities & Housing Assistance

Franklin Community Center’s Emergency Assistance program may provide one-time financial support to individuals and families facing serious hardship, subject to eligibility and available funding.

Potential Situations

Risk of losing housing due to unpaid rent.
Utility bills that may lead to essential service disconnection.
Other serious circumstances involving loss of heat, shelter or essential needs.

No guaranteed grant: Financial assistance is subject to available funding, an eligibility assessment and program rules. Published information does not promise that every applicant will receive payment.

Requesting Financial Assistance

1. Call 518-587-9826 and ask about the Emergency Assistance or Assistance to Individuals program.

2. Describe the hardship and explain any urgent deadlines.

3. Ask whether applications are currently being accepted and whether funds are available.

4. Prepare relevant notices, bills or other documentation requested by staff.

5. Complete any assessment or referral steps.

6. Obtain written confirmation of any approved support and next steps.

Official Emergency Assistance Program →

Franklin Community Manor

The nonprofit also operates Franklin Community Manor at 95 Congress Street, Saratoga Springs. It contains 17 single-occupancy efficiency apartments intended as permanent affordable housing for low-income adults.

Applicants undergo screening and interviews. The nonprofit does not publish live apartment availability or a guaranteed immediate placement schedule on the overview page.

Franklin Community Manor Information →

Does Franklin Community Center Rent Event Rooms?

The Saratoga Springs organization is primarily a nonprofit social-service provider, not a municipal event or fitness center. Its current official information does not publish a public banquet-room rental catalog, hourly event rental fees or an online event-space booking procedure.

Important distinction: References to “rental assistance” mean possible financial help with housing expenses. Franklin Community Manor provides residential affordable apartments. Neither should be confused with short-term party-room rentals.

If you want to hold a community meeting or organize a partnership event involving Franklin Community Center, contact the main office at 518-587-9826 to ask what arrangements, if any, are possible. Do not assume that its service buildings are available for private hire.

Volunteer, Donate or Support the Center

Franklin Community Center relies on community donations, fundraisers and partnerships to deliver local services.

Donate Food

Use the current food pantry needs list. The organization provides instructions for food donation drop-offs at 10 Franklin Street.

Donate Clothing

Review the Free Store wish list and arrange an appointment before dropping off items.

Support Children

Contribute to student services and seasonal campaigns such as the holiday Adopt-A-Child program.

Community Volunteering

Ask about current volunteer roles, orientation, minimum age and any screening requirements.

Check Current Donation Needs →

Map, Directions, Parking & Accessibility

Franklin Community Center Administrative Office
95 Washington Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Directions to Main Office

Directions to Other Services

Location	Navigation Link
Food Pantry, 10 Franklin Street	Directions to Pantry
Free Store, 101 Washington Street	Directions to Free Store
Franklin Community Manor, 95 Congress Street	Directions to Housing Office

Parking & Transit

Main office: side-street parking near Washington and Franklin streets.
Food pantry: street parking near Franklin Street.
Free Store: nearby Franklin Street parking; avoid parking on Marvin Alley.
Public transit: CDTA Routes 50 and 452 serve Broadway near Congress Park; the organization lists approximately a five-minute walk from there.
Always follow current municipal parking restrictions.

Accessibility

The organization lists wheelchair access to its services, with ramps for the office/pantry and Free Store, and accessible public bathrooms. Service animals are welcome. It notes that power-assisted doors and loaner wheelchairs are not provided.

If you need help with an entrance, communication or application form, call 518-587-9826 before traveling.

Official Accessibility Information →

Which Franklin Community Center Service Do You Need?

Your Goal	Next Step
Get groceries	Register for food pantry ordering and schedule pickup at 10 Franklin Street.
Find free clothing	Visit the Free Store at 101 Washington Street during shopping hours.
Donate clothing	Review the wish list and schedule a donation appointment.
Get help with rent or utilities	Call the main office for eligibility and funding information.
Ask about affordable housing	Contact staff about Franklin Community Manor applications.
Support a school-age child	Check Project Lift referrals and Student & Family Services.
Prepare taxes	Check for the next VITA tax assistance season.
Find a banquet rental	Do not assume this nonprofit offers event rooms; ask about any available arrangements.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where is Franklin Community Center located?

Franklin Community Center, Inc. in Saratoga Springs has its main administrative office at 95 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Its food pantry and Free Store use separate nearby addresses.

2. What are Franklin Community Center office hours?

The administrative office is open Monday through Friday, 9 AM–4 PM, with a daily lunch closure from noon to 1 PM.

3. What is the Franklin Community Center phone number?

Call 518-587-9826 for questions about programs, service eligibility, the food pantry and family assistance.

4. Where is the Franklin Community Center food pantry?

The food pantry is at 10 Franklin Street in Saratoga Springs. Scheduled order pickups are Monday–Thursday, 9:30 AM–3:30 PM; Friday free-table shopping is listed from 9 AM–4 PM.

5. How do I order food from the Franklin pantry?

Use the official online food pantry ordering system, create an account, provide household information, choose your groceries and schedule pickup. If you need assistance, call 518-587-9826, option 1.

6. Is Franklin Free Store really free?

Yes. The Franklin Free Store provides donated clothing and household goods for community members. It is at 101 Washington Street, with published shopping hours Monday–Friday, 9 AM–noon.

7. Does Franklin Community Center help with rent?

The Emergency Assistance program may provide one-time support with rent, utilities or other essential needs for qualifying households. Help depends on eligibility and available funding.

8. What is Project Lift at Franklin Community Center?

Project Lift is a free referral-based after-school prevention program serving eligible students in grades 1–5 throughout the Saratoga Springs City School District, with complementary support for sixth graders.

9. Can I rent a party room at Franklin Community Center?

The Saratoga Springs nonprofit does not publish a public party-room rental price list or event booking process. Its rental assistance and affordable housing programs are different services. Call the office about possible community partnership arrangements.

10. Does Franklin Community Center offer free tax preparation?

It participates in VITA free tax assistance. The 2026 tax season has ended, and the organization says information about its 2027 tax season will be available in January 2027.

Official Franklin Community Center Sources

Telephone: 518-587-9826
Office: 95 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

This independent resource is not operated by Franklin Community Center, Inc. The nonprofit controls its current service hours, eligibility, appointments, assistance funding and program decisions.