Pens, pencils, and potential galore! As students begin gearing up for the new school year ahead, Aspire of WNY is proud to announce its 3rd year of participation in the Equipping for Success School Supply Drive, hosted by Agents for Advocacy! Agents for Advocacy, a...
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The Art of Advocacy: Making an IMPACT One Wristband at a Time!
(from left to right) Joyce, Max, and Craig. Meet...
Spotlight Amanda Marlinski: Creating Art and Empowering Individuals at Aspire of WNY
Aspire of WNY art facilitator Amanda Marlinski is a shining example of dedication in the art field. Her journey, which began over 17 years ago with a bachelor’s in art and a minor in art therapy, has led her to the iXpress program at Aspire of WNY. Here, she serves as...
Spreading Hope: Aspire of WNY’s SVLE-Erie Teams Up for 8 Days of Making an IMPACT!
This past week, individuals supported by the Supported Volunteering and Lifestyle Enrichment (SVLE) program at Aspire of WNY had the opportunity to volunteer with Eight Days of Hope. This national organization serves communities through mass feeding, disaster...
Community Connections Spotlight: Explore & More!
The Community Connections Committee works to guarantee that individuals supported by our agency have secure, welcoming access to places where they can live, work, and play. The Community Connections Committee at Aspire of WNY has recently selected the Explore &...
Spotlight on Sean: Guitar Extraordinaire and Aspiring Rock Star
Sean, an individual who receives services from Aspire of WNY, is well known around the agency for his extraordinary talent for playing the guitar. This talent has not only brought him joy but also has helped to boost his self-confidence and realize his full potential....
Aspire of WNY Attends the Disability Pride Festival at Canalside!
Festive tattoos, delicious food, and live performances set the stage for a wonderful afternoon as staff and individuals supported by Aspire of WNY celebrate National Disability Independence Day at the Disability Pride Festival at Canalside in Buffalo, for the second...
The Art of Audubon: A Garden of Color, Creativity, and Collaboration
On North Forest Road, Aspire of WNY’s headquarters, fondly called Audubon, sits quietly. While unbothered motorists bustle by in traffic, cruising down Millersport highway, this building houses a secret garden of artwork crafted by Aspiring Artists who participate in...
Sunday Funday! Aspire of WNY Celebrates Employees Celebrations Event at Buffalo RiverWorks!
Sunday Funday alert! To recognize and celebrate the hard work of all our employees across all divisions at Aspire of WNY, our agency’s Celebrations Committee organized an Employee Celebration Event at Buffalo RiverWorks on Sunday, July 14th! Based on input from our...
Aspire of WNY Hosts Annual Cigar Gift Gathering “Cigar-ty”!
A blazin' good time was had on Thursday, July 11th, when Aspire of WNY hosted its annual Cigar Gift Gathering at the Buffalo Club to help raise funds for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities supported by our agency. This event featured a...