Founded in 2001, Colby Cares About Kids (CCAK) is a program run by the Goldfarb Center for Public Affairs and Engagement.  CCAK pairs Colby students (mentors) and local children in grades K-8 (mentees) together to promote academic and social success.

It started with an introductory English class going into local schools to work with kids. Today, CCAK has more than 450 Colby mentors paired with area youngsters at 15 sites throughout the Waterville area.  Each year, Colby Cares About Kids provides more than 10,000 hours of mentoring to the children of the Greater Waterville Area.