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Buffalo is home to incredible creative talent, and Buffalo is home to incredible creative talent, and @ansarisaxon is bringing that talent to life through powerful storytelling, music, and theater.

I’m proud to support their work with a $25,000 investment to help expand artistic opportunities and bring more outstanding productions to our community. Congratulations to founders Naila Ansari Carbonell Catilo and Karen Saxon for their continued contributions to Buffalo’s vibrant arts and cultural landscape.
Great leadership creates lasting change, and @lead Great leadership creates lasting change, and @leadershipbuffalo is helping make that possible by bringing people together, inspiring civic engagement, and empowering the next generation of community leaders.

I’m excited to support their mission with a $20,000 investment to further leadership development and strengthen connections across Western New York. Thank you to Leadership Buffalo CEO Morgan Hardy and her team for their dedication to shaping a stronger, more connected Western New York.
The conversation continues at Part Three of the Br The conversation continues at Part Three of the Breaking Bread Dinner Series with justice reform at the forefront. Join me and guest presenter Thomas Gant of the Upstate Center for Community Alternatives as we explore legislation currently under review, why it matters, and its potential impact on our communities. The evening will also feature a live Q&A, a delicious hot meal, and access to local community resources.

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For a decade, @everybottomcovered has helped famil For a decade, @everybottomcovered has helped families across Western New York access essential hygiene supplies, distributing more than one million diapers and pull-ups to children in need while expanding its reach to address period poverty.

This $10,000 investment will help continue that important work. A special thank you to founder Raziya Hill and her team for their dedication to supporting families.
Strong communities are built when residents have a Strong communities are built when residents have access to the resources, information, and opportunities they need to thrive. This $10,000 in funding will support @friendsforabetterbuffalo’s continued efforts to connect and empower residents through community outreach, education, and advocacy.

Thank you to founders Terrance and Nina Heard for their leadership and continued commitment to strengthening Buffalo neighborhoods.
On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, We uplift Indigenous c On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, We uplift Indigenous communities with sincere appreciation for their contributions and sacrifices, which have helped shape our nation across generations. We celebrate their enduring strength, vibrant cultures, and the traditions they continue to carry forward.
The S&J Crews Foundation is creating opportunities The S&J Crews Foundation is creating opportunities for the next generation of changemakers through educational scholarships, leadership development, and initiatives that empower women and emerging leaders.

I was pleased to present a $10,000 investment in support of their continued efforts to expand opportunities and strengthen our community. Thank you to @salleynycole and @jamilcrews for the important work you do.
Investing in our students means creating pathways Investing in our students means creating pathways to meaningful careers and lifelong success. The $25,000 investment for Health Sciences Charter School will support its work preparing young people for college and careers in the healthcare industry. 

Thank you to Principal Dr. Caressa Guerrero, along with the educators and staff, for their leadership and continued commitment to helping students build strong futures.
I am proud to celebrate a $20,000 investment in th I am proud to celebrate a $20,000 investment in the @wnylawcenter716and its continued work to expand access to civil legal services across our community.

For 30 years, WNY Law Center has helped Western New Yorkers access critical legal support while advancing advocacy and education.

Thank you to the WNY Law Center and its dedicated team for their continued commitment to serving our community.
At Part Two of the Breaking Bread Dinner Series, W At Part Two of the Breaking Bread Dinner Series, Walter Ball Jr. shares his perspective on an important question: What do people often misunderstand about the challenges formerly incarcerated citizens face after coming home? His reflections emphasizes why access to resources, support, and a welcoming community is essential to successful reentry.

Thank you to our panelists Terry Anderson, Michael Crawford, Minnie James, Michelle C. Roy, and Marissa Washington for sharing their knowledge and insight. We are also grateful to A Great Plate Catering for providing another spectacular meal, as well as the service providers, advocates, and community partners who helped make the evening possible.
Although I couldn’t be there in person this past w Although I couldn’t be there in person this past weekend, I was honored to receive the Legislative Trailblazer Award from the NAACP Niagara Falls Branch #2164. A special thank you to my Chief of Staff, Dr. Callie Johnson, for accepting the award on my behalf.

This recognition carries special meaning given the history of the Niagara Movement and the important role our region played in the fight for civil rights. To be recognized by a chapter that continues that legacy of advocacy and service is something I do not take lightly.

Thank you to NAACP Niagara Falls Branch President Renae Kimble for her leadership and for this recognition. Congratulations as well to my former Erie County Legislature colleague, Barbara Miller-Williams, and all of the honorees recognized for their service and contributions to our community.
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Nearly $400,000 in less than three months! Cheekt Nearly $400,000 in less than three months! 
Cheektowaga’s new hotel occupancy tax is already generating significant new revenue to help offset rising town costs and reduce pressure on local taxpayers. I was proud to sponsor the legislation in Albany that gave Cheektowaga the authority to collect this revenue.
I am pleased to welcome formerly incarcerated indi I am pleased to welcome formerly incarcerated individuals and community partners back for Part Two of the Breaking Bread dinner series as we continue creating pathways to resources, support, and opportunity. This upcoming dinner will feature a panel discussion addressing child support, affordable housing, employment and job training, voting rights, and access to legal representation. I look forward to another engaging and impactful evening.
Wishing a peaceful and meaningful Rosh Hashanah to Wishing a peaceful and meaningful Rosh Hashanah to all who celebrate, and may the year ahead bring reflection, renewal, and many blessings. Shana Tova!
Twenty-five years after the September 11th attacks Twenty-five years after the September 11th attacks, we remember the innocent lives lost and the countless families whose lives were forever changed.

We honor the brave first responders who ran toward danger, risking their lives to save others. Many made the ultimate sacrifice, and their courage and selflessness will never be forgotten.

For the families who lost parents, children, spouses, siblings, friends, and loved ones, the passage of time does not erase their absence. Today, we honor their memory, hold their families close, and reflect on the lives and promise taken far too soon.

May we never grow numb to the weight of this tragedy or the enduring grief carried by those left behind. We remember them today and always.
Yesterday, we broke ground on the next chapter of Yesterday, we broke ground on the next chapter of @roswellpark’s Community Outreach and Engagement Center in Buffalo’s historic Fruit Belt.

I was proud to welcome Senate Majority Leader @andreastewartcousins to Buffalo to see firsthand what the $2 million we worked together to secure will make possible at 907 Michigan Avenue. This funding will help Roswell Park strengthen its presence in the community and reach even more families with cancer prevention, screenings, education and support.

Thank you to Roswell Park President and CEO Dr. Candace Johnson and the entire Roswell team for their continued leadership and commitment to addressing health disparities across our community.
Happy Labor Day! Wishing everyone a safe and enjoy Happy Labor Day! Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday as we celebrate the hard work and dedication of labor leaders and workers across our communities.
Yesterday, it was an honor to join the family and Yesterday, it was an honor to join the family and loved ones of Army Private First Class Travis C. Krege as we celebrated his life and lasting legacy in Cheektowaga. I am proud to have worked alongside Assemblyman Patrick Chludzinski to dedicate the Cleveland Drive bridge in his name, creating a lasting reminder of his courage and ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. May Travis’s legacy continue to inspire our community for generations to come.
Raising awareness about sickle cell disease and in Raising awareness about sickle cell disease and increasing the number of African American blood donors are critical steps toward improving health outcomes in our communities.

Thank you to @redcrosswny CEO Nick Bond and his team, moderator Glenn Jackson, and all of our panelists for contributing to this important discussion. Special thanks to @scwarriorsbuffalony panelists Juanita McClain and Jason Moore for sharing their experiences and underscoring the importance of continued advocacy, blood donation, and health equity across Western New York.
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