211 Western New York

09/23/2026

CHRISTMAS ASSISTANCE
Families in need within 14150, 14120, 14228, and 14072 can sign up for assistance for their children ages 12 and under.
NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY. Come see us on the dates/times listed, and bring all your documents (see list on flyer).

08/27/2026

Checkout our list of local backpack giveaways here:

211 WNY is your free and confidential link to health and human services. Every day, across Western New York, people just like you are looking for help. 211 WNY is here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Developmental Disabilities. Domestic Abuse. Health and Wellness. Housing. Legal Services. Mental Heal...

06/30/2026

Beat the heat with open cooling centers. Call 211 for more cooling center options.

With the current heat advisory, CAO of WNY is opening select community centers as cooling centers to help residents stay safe and out of the heat.

❄️ Edward Saunders Community Center
2777 Bailey Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215
Tuesday 6/30 – Thursday 7/2
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

❄️ Pratt Willert Community Center
422 Pratt St, Buffalo, NY 14204
Tuesday 6/30 – Thursday 7/2
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Additional cooling locations are available through Erie County at:
https://www3.erie.gov/health/stay-cool

Need help finding resources? Call 211.

Please share this information with anyone who may need a safe, cool place during the heat advisory. Stay safe and check on neighbors, family members, and older adults.

06/29/2026

Every child deserves a strong start.

More than 5,000 Erie County children are already receiving free books through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Help us reach 10,000 children by December 2026.

Whether you're a parent, grandparent, caregiver, or know a family with a young child, you can help. Enroll a child from birth to age 5 or share this free program with someone who can.

https://bit.ly/4wkiy0A

06/22/2026

Happening Thursday, June 25th

Need help saving money on your utility bills? ⚡💡

Stop in Thursday June 25th and see Sonia at Resurrection Life Food Pantry to learn if you qualify for programs that can help lower your electric bill, plus receive a $25 gift card when you sign up! 🙌

06/11/2026

Protect your SNAP benefits! There’s been a high level of theft of EBT funds. Take steps to protect yours!

Protect your EBT Benefits from theft. Follow the four simple steps on the ebtEDGE mobile app to freeze your benefits between purchases.

https://otda.ny.gov/workingfamilies/EBT-scam-alert.asp

06/09/2026

Are you between the ages of 18 and 24 and looking for a pathway to a rewarding career?

The Workforce Buffalo Medical Administrative Assistant Pathway Program is now accepting applications! This program is designed to help young adults gain the skills, training, and support needed to enter the healthcare field.

You may qualify if you are:
✔️ Out of school and struggling to find work
✔️ Receiving public assistance (SNAP, etc.)
✔️ Pregnant or parenting
✔️ Facing barriers such as housing instability, justice system involvement, or a disability

📚 Program Highlights:
• Medical Administrative Assistant training
• Potential eligibility for full tuition funding
• Career development and workforce readiness support
• Connections to healthcare employers and industry partners

📅 Application Deadline: July 31, 2026
📅 Program Runs: September 8 – December 10, 2026
📍 Location: 368 Sycamore Street, Buffalo, NY
🕠 Classes: Monday–Thursday, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Requirements include:
✅ Ages 18–24
✅ Valid NYS Driver’s License
✅ High School Diploma, GED, or HSE

At BPPN, we believe in creating pathways to success for young people in our community. If you know a young adult who could benefit from this opportunity, please share this information and help connect them to a brighter future. Plan your work, then work your plan.

click here to register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZMNEe_Xf4zP7PFbLYsJAAOcNXjkQpP4zNslppGozm0loZzQ/viewform

06/05/2026

Niagara Arts & Cultural Center and Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, an invitation to the FREE Art & Health Community Fair on Saturday, June 6, from 11 AM–3 PM at 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls.

Connect with local health and wellness organizations, enjoy free health screenings, explore art exhibits, participate in family activities, and enter to win raffle prizes.

Learn more at thenacc.org/art-and-health-community-fair.

05/22/2026

Housing Applications Open!

05/20/2026

Happening tomorrow Thursday May 21st!

HAPPENING TOMORROW! Thursday, May 21st, from 10am - 2pm at the Resource Council of WNY, 347 East Ferry Street. It's Resource Connection Day!

We have a huge day planned for our community with NY Connects coming to share information about many beneficial programs available through NY State, HEAP will be here to get you enrolled in their cooling program, we have a new organization coming this week offering in-home therapy services and so much more!!

💡 Utility Information
🥫 Food resources
⚖️ Legal counseling
🏥 Health insurance enrollment
🐶 Pet food and supplies
☀️ Energy savings assistance
🩺 Cancer screening information
☎️ Phone service enrollment
🩺 In-Home Speech, Physical and Occupational Therapy info
🧊 HEAP Cooling Program Enrollment

and more!

While you’re here, pick up some items for your household, including a dozen farm-fresh eggs, a spring wellness kit and a Sahlen's hot dog right off the grill! 🌭

We'll also have applications available for our GED classes, frozen congregate meal program for seniors and adult & youth swim classes.

We look forward to seeing you soon!