Strengthening Leaders Across WNY

Last week, C+FS celebrated the graduation of the seventh cohort of the Leadership Development Program (LDP). This milestone reflects the growth of the program and its evolution into a resource for strengthening leadership across the Western New York nonprofit community.  What began as an internal initiative designed to support emerging leaders at C+FS and the Stanley G. Falk School has grown…
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Supporting Families Through SNAP Disruptions

Even though the federal government has resumed operations, many families are still facing gaps in their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. SNAP gives low-income families the support they need to afford nutritious food and maintain their health and well-being. Some have received only partial funds, while others haven’t received anything at all to this…
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Spreading Halloween Joy at C+FS

Last Wednesday, the gymnasium at Child and Family Services Delaware campus was transformed into a spooky Halloween wonderland as the Residential Program hosted its annual Halloween Party with the help of volunteers from Spectrum Reach.  From the moment the doors opened, the gym was crowded with laughter and excitement. Superheroes, princesses, witches and ghosts filled…
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A Plan for Success

When Sharon first connected with Child and Family Services Wraparound Program, she was seeking support for her son Tim, who struggled with emotional and behavioral challenges. As a single parent, she found it very difficult to manage these struggles alone.  Through Wraparound, the family was paired with Care Coordinator Xavier DeLuna, who took the time…
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