A volunteer-driven nonprofit dedicated to improving quality of life by demonstrating and inspiring collective action.
EIN: 11-3676963
 FIRST AID CPR & AED |  Safe Sitter |  Community Preparedness |
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 Community Conversations |  Reading & Discussions. |  CULTURAL PROGRAMS |
ABOUT
FORCE, was founded in 1996 by a small group of neighbors with the goal of tackling community problems by drawing on inner strengths to develop social and educational programs that enlighten and inspire residents to collective action. Our organizational mission is to combat neighborhood deterioration by demonstrating how pooling our resources can transform our neighborhoods into decent places of living. Our earliest projects were neighborhood clean ups and community carnivals. FORCE received 501(c)3 status in 2007.
WHAT WE DO
F.O.R.C.E. is committed to strengthening our community by offering no-cost and low-cost programs, services, and activities designed to foster human potential, improve quality of life, and build stronger families. We believe that education, connection, and access to resources empower individuals and communities to thrive.
Through hands-on training, community engagement, and educational opportunities, we equip individuals with practical skills while creating spaces for meaningful relationships and lasting impact.
Our programs and services include:
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First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification
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Safe Sitter® Training
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Community Preparedness Training
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Community Outreach Days
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Community Conversations
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Reading and Discussion Groups
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Cultural Programs and Events
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Youth and Family Engagement Activities
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Leadership Development
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And so much more!
Whether you're looking to gain life-saving skills, connect with neighbors, or make a positive impact, F.O.R.C.E. is here to serve, equip, and empower our community.
What the people say:
In November of 2022, I took my CPR and First Aid recertification class with FORCE, and it likely saved my son's life.
I was 6 months pregnant with my first child. After we completed the primary training program, I stayed to complete the infant CPR class. I thought it would be great to learn, hoping I would never need to use it. However, when my son was one, I did need to use those skills. While sitting in his high chair eating dinner, my son started choking on his food. He stopped making noise and his face started turning red.. Thankfully the training took over, and I was able to flip him over and give him quick thrusts to the back until the food dislodged. He started screaming, and I knew he wasn't choking any longer. I was so grateful that I had trained for that very situation with FORCE, as otherwise I likely wouldn't have known what to do. It was a very scary situation, but my training ensured that it had a happy ending. I am so grateful for the program at FORCE!
Sarah D. Bruce, AIA, Executive Director
Syracuse Habitat for Humanity
Robert Rose, Product Designer
CONTACT FOCUSING OUR RESOURCES FOR COMMUNITY ENLIGHTENMENT
Hours by appointment only
Located at Cannon St. Community Center
515 Cannon St., Syracuse, NY 13205
(Corner of Cannon & W. Brighton Ave.)
315-677-1664
Call us at 315-677-1664 or email us at Forcecny@aol.com