Community Advocates for Parents and Students (CAPS)
Is a grassroots non-profit organization steadfastly committed to advancing educational equity within the City of Kalamazoo. Established in 2006 in conjunction with the Kalamazoo Promise, our institution endeavors to ensure that students, particularly those navigating systemic barriers; receive consistent academic scaffolding, mentorship, and substantive exposure to post-secondary pathways.
Fundamental to our approach is the conviction that academic achievement is catalyzed by meaningful relationships. Consequently, our scholars are paired with a diverse cohort of university-level tutors and dedicated adult mentors who provide both academic instruction and essential role modeling. Furthermore, we recognize parents and caregivers as indispensable partners in the educational process, actively collaborating to mitigate learning barriers and foster a highly supportive, inclusive community environment.
Our Mission
To advance educational equity by providing K-12 scholars with the consistent academic support, mentorship, and post-secondary exposure needed to overcome systemic barriers and achieve long-term success.
Our Commitment
CAPS is committed to delivering safe and effective programming, centering learning and promoting post-secondary opportunities while partnering with families and the community toward educational equity.
Scholar Safety