About Us
Making a real difference
At United Way of Buffalo & Erie County, we immerse ourselves fully into the work that we do because we care deeply about our communities. We show up to do what matters and what’s most necessary for our community. Our hands-on approach to making a real difference is critical to ending the cycle of hardship.
Proudly immersing ourselves in our community
For more than a century, we’ve put our heads down and hearts in committing ourselves to bettering the lives of individuals in need across Buffalo and Erie County.
Our Mission
We bring people, organizations, and resources together to create systemic community change.
Our Vision
We envision an equitable, thriving, and united community achieved through collaborative leadership.
Our Values
Agility
We foster a culture of responsiveness and flexibility conducive to innovation.
Equity
We ensure that our policies, practices, and distribution of resources prioritize historically marginalized communities so that all members of our community thrive.
Accountability
We meet our commitments and deliver high-quality, high-value results.
Collaboration
We actively include and engage all members of the community so that our work can be informed and enriched by diverse experiences and perspectives.
Integrity
We are transparent, honest, dependable, and trustworthy in every interaction.
Service
We ensure that all of our work is for the good of others, both within the organization and in the community.
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To create a real difference in Buffalo and Erie County, we rely on real people, an informed strategy, and a commitment to equity and inclusion.
