John Howard Society of Niagara

The mission of WNY United is to increase awareness, educate, and mobilize a broad cross section of individuals and groups to participate actively in proven strategies to prevent substance abuse. WNY United is a primary substance abuse prevention and education agency designed to train and mobilize local schools and communities to implement evidence-based strategies that prevent the abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other dangerous drugs. Utilizing the latest prevention technology, we offer comprehensive, sustained prevention services to high-risk schools and communities that willingly enter into long-term partnership agreements with our agency to foster the development of healthy, capable young people. W NY United started as a problem-solving initiative of the United Way and local business leaders Robert and Melinda Rich and has been delivering prevention services to Buffalo and surrounding communities since 1987. The staff of approximately twenty is primarily funded by the NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services ( OASAS ) through a contract with the Erie County Department of Mental Health. Additional support is provided by the Erie County Youth Bureau, the United Way of Buffalo and Erie County, the John R. Oishei Foundation, the WNY United Foundation, the Rich Family Foundation, and private contributions.

Native American Community Services of Erie Niagara Counties Inc. is a dedicated human service organization that offers a wide range of programs aimed at empowering the Native American community. Their services include adolescent pregnancy prevention, workforce development, cultural activities, and health wellness initiatives, all designed to support individuals and families throughout various stages of life. With programs targeting youth services, family preservation, and addiction education, NACS strives to create a safe and supportive environment for community members. Their commitment to cultural competency training and economic empowerment further enhances their mission to strengthen and uplift the Native American community in the Erie and Niagara County areas. Generated from the website

716 Ministries is a faith-based entrepreneurial nonprofit organization located in Buffalo, NY, dedicated to empowering individuals and transforming neighborhoods in Western New York. Through job training, construction services, and facilities support, they strive to leave things better than they found them. With a commitment to community improvement, 716 Ministries focuses on enhancing local lives by providing valuable skills and resources. As a registered 501(c)(3) public charity, they prioritize service, training, and building initiatives to foster positive change. Generated from the website