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What difference is my support making? Who is it helping?

This is a fair question for any of our supporters to ask. In this section, we will share our stories with you while maintaining complete confidentiality. We will keep you updated on the activities in our various programs, including success stories of those whom we have helped, special events in which our programs participate, and any commendations that our staff receives.

Learning Culinary Skills at the Stanley G. Falk School

The Stanley G. Falk School recently welcomed Chef John Matwijkow from the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute for a demonstration. Thirty-six students ranging from grades 10 to 12 filled the cafeteria as Chef John illustrated how to properly cut and present fruit. The morning expanded beyond culinary techniques, though, as Chef John highlighted themes of hard…
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Introducing the New C&FS Website

As you have probably noticed, our website has recently gone through a complete rebuild. Sporting a sleeker, modern design that accentuates a warm feeling for the user, the new C&FS website is a reflection of development within the organization. The site features information on all of the Agency’s various programs while also spotlighting recent news,…
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The Stadlers Become a Forever Family!

“Is your name Cereza?” asked Judge Sharon LoVallo during the adoption proceeding. “Yes,” answered Cereza. “And after today my last name is going to be Stadler!” This answer warmed the hearts of everyone in the packed room of the Family Court despite the ongoing blizzard outside. Corrine and Ben Stadler have been foster parents with…
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Elizabeth McPartland Named New CEO of Child & Family Services

Child & Family Services’ Board of Directors announced today that Elizabeth McPartland has been chosen as the Agency’s next President and Chief Executive Officer. McPartland, who currently serves as the Agency’s Chief Operating Officer, will succeed Francisco M. Vasquez, Ph.D. on March 30, 2020. “After a thorough and comprehensive executive search process, conducted by Catapult…
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Haven House Receives Nearly $400,000 from HUD Grant

It was recently announced that Haven House will be receiving nearly $400,000 in grant funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Continuum of Care (CoC) Program to assist in the mission to end homelessness in the region. According to the Homeless Alliance of WNY (HAWNY) “Point in Time” report, 924 people in…
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Say Yes Buffalo Earns $2.9 Million Grant from Gates Foundation

It was announced that the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is providing Say Yes Buffalo a $2.9 million grant to help launch the Buffalo College Success Network. This organization is comprised of representatives from Say Yes Buffalo, Buffalo Public Schools and the five local higher education institutions that admit the largest number of Buffalo students…
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Community Dispute Resolution Program Launches at Buffalo City Court

At a recent press conference, the Community Dispute Resolution Program (CDR) was officially launched in Buffalo City Court. The CDR Program acts as a restorative justice alternative to criminal proceedings to resolve issues between parties. It will utilize mediation and conflict coaching to facilitate conversations between a complainant and defendant with a neutral third party…
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Interview with Naomi, Survivor of Domestic Abuse

 “I didn’t know when [my abuser] would come back, but I knew I had minutes.” Naomi shared with us that in a chance moment of freedom many years ago, it was her father who came to rescue her and her son from their life of utter chaos. Sitting in Spot Coffee, Naomi bravely shared poignant…
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Surprise! Bills Legends at Child & Family Services

You may have heard that Buffalo Bills greats Jim Kelly and Darryl Talley visited Child & Family Services. You heard right! They surprised us on the Day of Caring to thank volunteers from Independent Health and help get the word out about the NFL’s effort to promote volunteering.  Our site even made it on the #BillsHuddlefor100 campaign photo…
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Center for Resolution and Justice Awarded $3.4 million from OVS Grant!

Child & Family Services' Center for Resolution and Justice (CRJ) will receive more than $3.4 million over five years from the state Office of Victim Services for an innovative program providing civil legal assistance to crime victims and the expansion of the New York Crime Victims legal help website. CRJ is partnering with the Center…
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Haven House through the Years: So Much Done, So Much More to Do

“When I worked at Haven House, we would put soup cans at the backdoor so they knew if someone was trying to get in,” former Clinical Supervisor Ann McInerney said. “That was their security.” Things at Haven House have certainly progressed over the years. Thanks to the generosity of the shelter’s supporters, it now has…
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