This organization offers a variety of FREE athletic and enrichment programs for youth in the greater Manchester area including boxing, baton twirling, chess, dodgeball, girl scouts, Real Champions Jiu Jitsu (a Brazilian martial art), skateboarding, wrestling, and Aikido (a Japanese martial art)

Camp Mariposa is a year-round addiction prevention and mentoring program for youth affected by the substance use disorder of a family member. Youth ages 9 to 12 who are facing the difficult challenges associated with a family member’s substance have the opportunity to attend free weekend camp sessions offered multiple times throughout the year. Youth can attend sessions every other month for a year or more and participate in fun, traditional camp activities combined with educational and support sessions led by mental health professionals. Camp Mariposa builds knowledge, life skills, confidence and provides an opportunity to connect with peers and caring adult mentors. Additional social activities are offered for youth, alumni and their families throughout the year. All Camp Mariposa activities are provided free of charge. Youth who attend Camp Mariposa learn coping skills that build resiliency and ultimately break the inter-generational cycle of addiction. This award-winning program is offered in partnership with youth-focused organizations in communities across the country.

This organization's role is to ensure the best quality of life for those coping with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) by providing: support, educational programs, research, and investigations of various medical and complementary treatment options.

Mentoring provides an opportunity for the many experienced Veterans to share what they know and help guide others on successful future path. The Clear Path outreach efforts provide opportunities for Veterans to continue to serve through organized recreational activities and family gatherings that support and strengthen the building of strong civic minded communities where they live and work.

Children's Resiliency Retreat is specifically designed for children who are affected by a loved one's substance use dis-order. This is a program designed especially for them - a safe place where they can learn: How alcoholism and drug addiction affect the family; About the disease of addiction and whether to use alcohol or other drugs; How to recognize and handle feelings in positive ways; How to develop positive feelings about themselves; How to cope with problems safely; How to make safe decisions; How to get help, stay safe, and have fun Having a loved one with substance use disorder can be a special challenge for a child. Our program provides both fun and education and include the arts, mindfulness activities, nature and adventure based learning, which will help them learn how to openly communicate and rebuild trust. The program will consist of one-day retreats each month, during the school year, for children in grades first through eighth. Youth may participate in the program for as long as they would like.

CAST’s mission is to prevent substance misuse in the Souhegan Valley, promote healthy choices among youth, and educate, support, and strengthen families.