Eric Kurek has been selected by Aspire of WNY’s ARTopia Planning Committee as the 2026 ARTopia Artist of the Year! Eric has been an Aspiring Artist with the iXpress program for an incredible 15+ years and fondly credits one of his first art instructors Jody for...
Written by: Jenn Argy, Aspire of WNY Supported Individual and Communications Intern “Passionate. Supportive. Engaged.” Those are the three words CEO Renee Filip uses to describe Aspire of WNY’s culture, not because they sound good in a mission statement, but...
Aspire of WNY and the WCA Home Board of Directors are thrilled to announce the official finalization of the WCA Home transfer. On August 20, 2026, the historic property was officially closed and transferred to Aspire of WNY as a generous gift. The WCA Home, which...
As summer began, interns participating in Aspire of WNY’s Work Readiness Class started off on the right foot with a new setting at our new WCA (We Connect All) building in Fredonia. This updated space gave them room to move more freely, collaborate openly with their...
Aspire of WNY’s Physical Therapy Department is excited to introduce its newest piece of mobility equipment: the SARA (Standing and Rising Aid) Flex Lift, manufactured by ARJO. This lift was made possible through generous grant funding, allowing the department to bring...
What happens when your art piece is owned by a Grammy award-winning country singer? Just ask Mike Ross! Aspire of WNY recently held an event at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel where, unbeknownst to us, award winning country singer Alison Krauss was staying for a local...
Aspire of WNY is beyond thrilled and incredibly proud to announce that our very own Chief Human Resources Officer, Melissa Roth, has been named the first-ever recipient of the CP State Human Resources Impact Award! This prestigious honor was given to Melissa earlier...
On June 28, family, friends, and Aspire of WNY staff joined together at Russell's Steaks, Chops, & More to celebrate a very special milestone, Larry's 75th birthday! A celebration was held in a private room, where Larry was surrounded by the people...
Our Day Services programs at Aspire of WNY assist people in discovering their interests, developing new skills, and maintaining relationships with their local communities. Every experience is customized to each person's particular needs and interests, from...
Written by: Jenn Argy, Aspire of WNY Supported Individual and Communications Intern Landing a first job is memorable for anyone, but for people with disabilities, it can be especially meaningful. Employment opens the door to independence, confidence, community...