VolunteerWNY

06/27/2019

Project Connect Niagara is an event designed to connect those in need with critical services in a “one-stop” venue. We are bringing together a wide range of agencies to provide access to healthcare, social services, legal advice, food, medical care and much more - all within a caring and safe en...

04/24/2019

I Love My Park Day, held on Saturday, May 4th, attracts thousands of volunteers from across the state to participate in cleanup, improvement, and beautification events at New York State parks and historic sites. Join us to celebrate New York's park system by cleaning up WNY park lands and beaches, planting trees and gardens, restoring trail and wildlife habitat, removing invasive species, and working on various site improvement projects. Click on the link below to register! Parks & Trails New York New York State Commission on National and Community Service
https://www.ptny.org/events/i-love-my-park-day

04/11/2019

What does volunteering in America look like? Click on the link below to review a comprehensive snapshot of volunteer rates, rankings, trends, and demographics represented nationally, by state, and in major metropolitan areas. https://www.nationalservice.gov/serve/via
The Service Collaborative of WNY United Way of Buffalo & Erie County

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04/08/2019

Happy National Volunteer Week! We thank all volunteers who lend their time, talent and voice to make a difference in WNY!

The Service Collaborative of WNY United Way of Buffalo & Erie County

Today we kick off National Volunteer Week (April 7-13)! This celebration of service is a great opportunity for Americans to connect with their community and lend a helping hand. If you are interested in volunteering but aren’t sure where to start, get tips from our blog! http://bit.ly/2uQkotc

03/29/2019

We would like to congratulate Fran Thomas, Model Gault, Niagara University Camp Courage Crew, None Like You/We Care, Marie Moy, and Ann Palmer as they were honored at the VolunteerWNY Why Not You Awards 2019! We would also like to recognize all of the nominees for their commitment and service to our community. We thank all of our VolunteerWNY partner agencies, volunteers, our emcee Katie Gibas, our incredible sponsor Northwest Bank, The Foundry and those in attendance who made the 2019 VolunteerWNY Why Not You Awards such a success!

The Service Collaborative of WNY United Way of Buffalo & Erie County Kevin Guest House It Takes A Village Action Organization Niagara University Niagara University Impact Jericho Road Community Health Center Explore Buffalo

03/27/2019

Tomorrow is the day! The VolunteerWNY Why Not You Awards 2019 are taking place Thursday, March 28 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at WNED-WBFO Studios. Explore our volunteer fair and show your support as we honor local volunteers, partners, and leaders in our community. Tickets are only $10 and includes 1 free drink ticket, appetizers and a cash bar for those 21 years of age and older. To purchase tickets, please click here - https://goo.gl/iSAfiA We hope to see you there!

The Service Collaborative of WNY United Way of Buffalo & Erie County Northwest Bank

03/19/2019

With the support and guidance of The Foundry, The Service Collaborative of WNY’s YouthBuild Wny students began to build the VolunteerWNY Why Not You Awards 2019 Awards using a plasma cutter!

United Way of Buffalo & Erie County Northwest Bank

03/18/2019

Today, we're announcing the nominees for our final category for the VolunteerWNY Why Not You Awards 2019. The Commitment to Service - YNPN Greater Bflo award was created in partnership with YNPN Greater Bflo.

Want to find out who takes home the top honors? Get your tickets for the March 28th awards ceremony today by visiting VolunteerWNY.org!

The Service Collaborative of WNY United Way of Buffalo & Erie County Northwest Bank

03/14/2019

Only a few days away! The VolunteerWNY Why Not You Awards 2019 are taking place on Thursday, March 28 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at WNED-WBFO Studios. Explore our volunteer fair and show your support as we honor local volunteers, partners, and leaders in our community. Tickets are only $10 and includes 1 free drink ticket, appetizers and a cash bar for those 21 years of age and older. To purchase tickets, please click here - https://goo.gl/iSAfiA We hope to see you there!

The Service Collaborative of WNY United Way of Buffalo & Erie County Northwest Bank

03/08/2019

Today we're announcing the nominees for the VolunteerWNY Why Not You Awards 2019. Today the category is Outstanding Volunteer Program/Project.

Want to find out who takes home the top honors? Get your tickets for the March 28th awards ceremony today!

The Service Collaborative of WNY United Way of Buffalo & Erie County Northwest Bank Hope Project of WNY, Inc. Fantastic Friends of WNY Literacy New York Buffalo-Niagara, Inc. Camp Good Days and Special Times Inc. Read to Succeed Buffalo

03/07/2019

Today we're continuing our daily announcements of the nominees for the VolunteerWNY Why Not You Awards 2019. Today the category is Excellence in Volunteer Administration.

Want to find out who takes home the top honors? Get your tickets for the March 28th awards ceremony today!
Remember to check in tomorrow when we reveal nominees for the final category Outstanding Volunteer Program/Project.

The Service Collaborative of WNY United Way of Buffalo & Erie County
Northwest Savings Bank Jericho Road Community Health Center Hope Project of WNY, Inc.

03/06/2019

Today we're continuing our daily announcements of the nominees for the VolunteerWNY Why Not You Awards 2019. Today the category is Commitment to Service (Company/Civic Group/Student Group).

Want to find out who takes home the top honors? Get your tickets for the March 28th awards ceremony today!

Remember to check in tomorrow when we reveal the nominees for Excellence in Volunteer Administration.

The Service Collaborative of WNY United Way of Buffalo & Erie County Northwest Bank Niagara University Niagara University Impact Hilbert College Community Engagement Hilbert College Town of Clarence Youth Bureau West Seneca Lions Club Univera Healthcare Junior League of Buffalo