Buffalo Veterans Race Draws Hundreds to Support Vets
Hundreds of runners took part in the annual Buffalo Veterans Race, raising support for local veterans through community fundraising.
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This page covers charitable giving, nonprofit fundraising, community donations and organizational support in Buffalo. Coverage here follows the contributions of individuals, groups and companies to the city and the surrounding area.
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November 5, 2026
School Opens Renovated Saffrin Hall in BuffaloBuffalo Academy of Science Charter School celebrated the grand opening of its renovated Saffrin Hall, a former Medaille University library building.
November 4, 2026
Salvation Army Kicks Off 25th Red Kettle SeasonThe Buffalo Red Kettle Luncheon marked the campaign's 25th year, with donations staying local and tap-to-pay now accepted.
November 3, 2026
BJ's Donates to FeedMore WNY for ThanksgivingBJ's Wholesale Club presents a donation to FeedMore WNY and surprises DeWayne Carter with a gift for his nonprofit, Carter Cares.
November 2, 2026
Water Buffalo Club Launches Gear for Good DriveThe campaign collects new or gently used Bills and Sabres apparel for neighbors in need through December 14.
October 30, 2026
Alison Rose Foundation Donates to Mercy HospitalThe $25,000 gift funds new hemorrhage carts to improve emergency care for mothers in Buffalo.
October 29, 2026
AHEPA Chapter 91 Celebrates Its 100th AnniversaryThe Buffalo-based organization marked a century of community service with a celebratory luncheon at the Saturn Club.
October 29, 2026
Buffalo Brothers Launch Nonprofit for Youth AthletesQuentin and Grant Littleton founded We Got Next to provide sports equipment to children in need.
October 26, 2026
New York State Funds Final 5/14 Memorial PhaseThe state contributed $12 million to complete the memorial for the victims of the 2022 Buffalo shooting.
October 26, 2026
Buffalo Hosts Inaugural Truck or Treat EventThe Shay Legacy Foundation sponsors a community gathering in Martin Luther King Jr. Park.
October 24, 2026
Josh Allen and New Era Launch Charity Cap CollectionThe new collaboration features eight designs to benefit the Patricia Allen Fund at Buffalo's Golisano Children's Hospital.
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Regular subjects here include donor contributions, benefit events, campaigns for nonprofit support and corporate giving initiatives. Coverage extends across the city and the communities around it. Seasonal patterns of giving often spike during specific times of the year, particularly around the holidays and end-of-year tax cycles. The reliance of various causes on volunteer-driven fundraising efforts remains a constant theme in the city.