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Happy Holidays from Buffalo Promise Neighborhood

Posted 2 months ago

From all our staff to all of you, we wish you a joyous holiday season with peace & cheer in the New Year!

BPN Winter Celebration

Posted 3 months ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School on Tuesday, December 17 from 5:30-pm-7:00pm for our annual Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Winter Celebration.

POSTPONED: WCCS Literacy Night

Posted 3 months ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School on Thursday, December 5 from 5:00-6:30pm for our annual Literacy Night. Activities will include Bingo, crafts & games as well as treats and refreshments. This event is free and open to all - we …

WCCS Multi Cultural Night

Posted 4 months ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School on Wednesday, November 13 from 5:00-6:30pm.

Meet Our Newest Cohort of Promise Scholars

Posted 4 months ago

As we celebrate a significant milestone, our 30th year in partnership with M&T Bank, we are proud to celebrate our 11th cohort of Buffalo Promise Neighborhood (BPN) Promise Scholars. Since its inception, sixty-four scholars have entered the …

WCCS Super Saturday - Fall Festival Trunk or Treat

Posted 5 months ago

Join us on Saturday, October 26 from 9:00am-11:30am for our first Super Saturday of the school year - Fall Festival Trunk or Treat at Westminster Community Charter School. Check out the flyer for full details - we hope to see you there!

Good for the Neighborhood Event

Posted 5 months ago

Buffalo Promise Neighborhood & Independent Health are hosting Good for the Neighborhood. Please join us on October 9 from 4:30pm-6:00pm for this free health & wellness for the entire family. Check out the flyer to see everything there is to …

WCCS Chiavetta's BBQ Fundraiser

Posted 5 months ago

Join us on Wednesday, October 9 from 3:00pm-6:00pm to help support WCCS by picking up a Buffalo favorite - Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ dinner! Who wants to cook on a Wednesday night, am I right?!

Westminster Taste of Curriculum & Open House

Posted 5 months ago

Join us on Thursday, September 19 from 4:00pm-6:00pm at Westminster Community Charter School for our annual Taste of Curriculum & Open House.

M&T and WCCS 30th Anniversary

Posted 6 months ago

Join us on Saturday, September 21st from Noon-2:00pm as we celebrate our 30th Anniversary in partnership with M&T Bank. This event is free and open to the public - come on down and see what makes Westminster Community Charter School so special!

CAO of WNY is Hiring

Posted 6 months ago

CAO of Western New York is hiring!

Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Back to School Bash

Posted 6 months ago

Join us on August 14 from 4:30-6:00pm at Westminster Community Charter School for our annual Back to School Bash in partnership with Independent Health Good for the Neighborhood! One free backpack per child (child must be present), …

WCCS Kindercamp for Incoming Kindergartners

Posted 7 months ago

All incoming Westminster kindergarten students please join us on July 29 to August 1, 2024 for Kindercamp

Give 716 - Empowering Young Minds

Posted 8 months ago

Please join us in making a meaningful difference in our community by participating in Give 716 sponsored by @BuffaloBills and @BuffaloSabres beginning at 7:16pm on July 15 and running through 11:59pm on July 16. …

Westminster Graduation Season 2024

Posted 8 months ago

As the old adage goes, another year of school is “in the books!” Graduation season was in full swing for our Kindergarten and 8th Grade graduates! Fifty eight Westminster 8th graders will be attending some of the best local …

Give 716 Coming Soon to Buffalo Promise Neighborhood

Posted 8 months ago

This year Westminster Foundation dba Buffalo Promise Neighborhood will be participating in the Give 716 campaign which runs from July 15 at 7:16pm to July 16 at 11:59pm. Stay tuned for more details!

Celebrate Juneteenth With Us!

Posted 8 months ago

Westminster Community Charter is a strong school - a safe and welcoming place - where students help shape the future every day, building on the progress of the leaders who have come before them. In honor of Juneteenth, we invite everyone to …

WCCS Moana Jr. - The Full Story

Posted 9 months ago

A long-running proud tradition for over twenty-five years, Westminster Community Charter School students once again put on a spectacular musical performance for their friends, families, and teachers. This past weekend, Westminster …

It's Coming Up Spring at Westminster Community Charter School

Posted 9 months ago

Our Westminster Community Charter School and Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Children's Academy were the hub of Spring activities. Check out the great things happening and Join the Pride!

WCCS Super Saturday - Father Figures Day

Posted 9 months ago

Join us on Saturday, June 1st from 9:00am-11:30am to celebrate the Father Figures in your life! We will have a BBQ, lawn games and lots of fun family activities!

WCCS Proudly Presents Disney's Moana Jr.

Posted 9 months ago

Join us on Friday, May 31st at 7:00pm or Saturday, June 1st at 7:00pm as our students present Moana Jr.

Super Saturday - A Mother's Day Celebration

Posted 10 months ago

Please join us on Saturday, May 4th from 9:00am-11:30am to celebrate that special woman in your life! Breakfast and a craft round out the celebration!

Westminster's Own Da'monique Hicks Empower716 Young Entrepreneur Award Winner

Posted 10 months ago

Empower716 recently selected 12 honorees to be recognized at this year's award ceremony and gala on April 25, 2024.

Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ Fundraiser for Eighth Grade

Posted 11 months ago

Annual 8th Grade Fundraiser on Friday, April 19 from 3:00-6:00pm at Westminster Community Charter School. Meal includes half a chicken, 2 sides and a dinner roll. Order by April 13 for $13 or $15 after April 13.

You're Invited! Open House and Eid Mubarak

Posted 11 months ago

Join us on April 11, 2024 from 5:00pm-6:30pm as we celebrate Eid as Ramadan comes to a close! Additionally, we are hosting an Open House for new families interested in learning more about Westminster Community Charter School. You will have the …

Westminster Community Charter School Inside Our Doors - Activities Galore!

Posted 11 months ago

Are you looking to join a school that offers fun family activities - look no further than Westminster Community Charter School - Join the PRIDE today!

Howard University "Alternative Spring Break" at Westminster

Posted 1 year ago

Early in March, a group of students from Howard University located in Washington, D.C. — one of the nation’s leading universities and most influential Historically Black Colleges & Universities “HBCUs” — visited …

Westminster Math Night - Explore the PASTAbilities!

Posted 1 year ago

Join us at our annual Math Night on March 13 from 5:00pm-6:30pm at Westminster Community Charter School. The event will include math games, prizes and a Spaghetti Dinner presented by our very own Parent Advisory Committee!

Celebrate Black History Month with Westminster Community Charter School

Posted 1 year ago

"Never be limited by other people's limited imaginations." Dr. Mae Jemison

Independent Health Good for the Neighborhood

Posted 1 year ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School on March 6 from 4:30p-6:00pm for our Independent Health Good for the Neighborhood event. There will be FREE health screenings, FREE fruit & veggie bags (while supplies last), a live cooking demo, …

WCCS Super Saturday - Commitment to Graduation

Posted 1 year ago

Join us on Saturday, March 9 from 9:00-am-11:30am at Westminster Community Charter School for our first Super Saturday of 2024!

Two-Gen Parent Workshop: Maximizing Your Return

Posted 1 year ago

The BPN Two-Generation Program invites to to a parent workshop "Maximizing Your Return: A Comprehensive Tax Workshop" Where: Westminster Community Charter School When: January 24, 2024 from 5:00pm-6:30pm Dinner and childcare will be provided!

WCCS STEM Night

Posted 1 year ago

Science Technology Engineering Mathematics Night! Join us at Westminster on February 7 from 5:00pm-6:30pm for our annual STEM Night. Activities include building a catapult, …

Happy Holidays from your Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Team

Posted 1 year ago

From all our staff to all of you, we wish you a joyous holiday season with peace & cheer in the New Year!

Sharing Hope for the Holiday Season

Posted 1 year ago

“All children need is a little help, a little hope and, someone who believes in them.” Earvin “Magic” Johnson

Westminster Community Charter School Family Literacy Night

Posted 1 year ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School on December 7 from 5:00pm-6:30pm for our annual Family Literacy Night!

WCCS is Hiring - Come Join the Pride!

Posted 1 year ago

Westminster Community Charter School currently has a number of open positions - come Join the Pride! 

Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Winter Celebration Dinner

Posted 1 year ago

Please join us on Wednesday, December 13 from 5:30-7:00pm at Westminster Community Charter School for our annual BPN Winter Celebration dinner sponsored by West Herr Automotive Group. The event with feature seasonal music, crafts and a 360 photo …

WCCS Family Bingo Night

Posted 1 year ago

Join us on November 8 from 5:00pm to 6:30pm in the WCCS Dining Hall for some family fun. Everyone will receive a free set of bingo cards and additional boards will be available for sale. Value of prizes range from $5-100 Snacks will be available for …

Buffalo Promise Neighborhood - Thank You For Your Continued Support

Posted 1 year ago

At Buffalo Promise, we affirm our promise to one another and to ourselves every day. We are always looking forward, building upon our yesterdays to create brighter todays and tomorrows. It’s a commitment we share with our students and their …

Westminster Welcomes Back Students & Families

Posted 1 year ago

Westminster Community Charter School threw its doors wide open and enthusiastically welcomed back our students from kindergarten to 8th grade! We were so excited to see our school community come together on the first day and are …

Westminster Community Charter High School Fair

Posted 1 year ago

Westminster Community Charter School is hosting over 15 local charter and private high schools on October 11, 2023 from 4:30pm-6:30pm. This is a great opportunity for parents and students to learn more about their high school …

Independent Health Good for the Neighborhood October Event

Posted 1 year ago

Join us for the Independent Health Good for the Neighborhood event at Westminster Community Charter School on October 11, 2023 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm.

Promise Scholars Program Celebrates Ten Years!

Posted 1 year ago

Our Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Promise Scholar program is now entering its 10th year. Since inception fifty-nine student scholars have entered the program. This program, supported by the Wilmers and Czarnecki families allow …

WCCS Super Saturday - October

Posted 1 year ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School for our first Super Saturday of the new school year! Takeout bagged lunch will be supplied. Children MUST be accompanies by an adult!

Find Summer Meals

Posted 1 year ago

Looking for summer meals for your kids - visit SummerMealsNY.org or call 866-3-HUNGRY for opportunities in your area.

Back to School Bash sponsored by Buffalo Promise Neighborhood

Posted 1 year ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School on August 2, 2023 from 4:30pm-6:30pm to celebrate the return to school at our Back to School Bash.

Celebrate Juneteenth With Us

Posted 1 year ago

"Freedom is never really won, you earn it and win it every generation." Coretta Scott King

Leadership Summit on Fatherhood

Posted 1 year ago

Participate in the Leadership Summit on Fatherhood sponsored by the Buffalo Fatherhood Initiative. June 8, 2023 from 9:00am-Noon at the UB Education Opportunity Center located at 555 Ellicott Street. Registration is required - see the flyer for full …

Recreational Festival

Posted 1 year ago

Join in at the Recreational Festival sponsored by the Parent Network of WNY. June 3, 2023 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Cazenovia Park. Free and open to the public! See the flyer for full details.

Frozen Jr. - A Riveting Performance

Posted 1 year ago

This past weekend, Westminster Community Charter School was proud to present Frozen Jr. to their friends, families, and teachers. Frozen Jr. is a story about the sacrifice and love between two sisters and it took exactly that to bring this story to …

M&T Community Impact Days at Westminster

Posted 1 year ago

M&T Bank cares about the communities it serves and it shows! On May 18-19 from 9:00am-2:00pm, over 40 M&T volunteers will be welcomed by Westminster Community Charter School and our immediate school community. On these two days they will be …

WCCS Proudly Presents Frozen Jr.

Posted 1 year ago

Westminster proudly presents Frozen Jr. Friday, May 19 and Saturday, May 20 at 7:00pm. Presale tickets $10 adult/$5 child Day of event tickets $12 adult/$6 child

Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ at WCCS

Posted 1 year ago

Westminster Community Charter is hosting a Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ 8th grade fundraiser on Friday, May 5th beginning at 3:30pm. Presale tickets $13/Day of tickets $15. Dinner includes half a chicken, macaroni salad, coleslaw and a buttered …

University District April 2023 Newsletter

Posted 1 year ago

Check out the most recent University District Newsletter for April covering University Heights, Shoshone Park, Bailey and Kensington. Lots of great information is available and be sure to read about the FeedMore WNY Farm Truck every Wednesday from …

FeedMore WNY RISE Program

Posted 1 year ago

Through our partnership with FeedMore WNY, we are proud to share all of their resources, specifically the RISE job training program.

Westminster Community Charter School - Join the Pride!

Posted 1 year ago

Westminster is actively enrolling for the 2023-24 school year. We would love to have you come and check out all we have to offer at one of our upcoming open houses.  

BPS Adult Education Offers Exploratory Construction Program

Posted 2 years ago

Buffalo Public Schools Adult Education Department is looking for people interested in enrolling in their Exploratory Construction program.

Feeling Unsure About Your Finances?

Posted 2 years ago

Buffalo Promise Neighborhood is here to help! Kenya Peoples, Two-Generation Financial Coach can assist it many ways and is just a phone call away!  

Parenting is Hard - EPIC Can Help!

Posted 2 years ago

Gerard Place is hosting Parenting Workshop Dates: April 10-May 10, 2023 Time: Wednesday's at 10:00am Location: Gerard Place Campus, 2515 Bailey Avenue

Farm Market in Partnership with FeedMore WNY

Posted 2 years ago

Love fresh fruits & veggies - who doesn't! Stop by Westminster Community Charter School located at 24 Westminster Avenue every Wednesday beginning March 22 between 9:00am-10:00am. In partnership with FeedMore WNY The event is open to the public!

Westminster Community Charter School Celebrates Read Across America Day

Posted 2 years ago

Every year, the month of March is designated National Reading Month and, once again, Westminster Community Charter School celebrated this special day by inviting community members to participate by reading aloud to students in Kindergarten to Fifth …

Celebrate Black History Month with Us

Posted 2 years ago

Every day, we witness firsthand our students’ drive to build on the progress of the leaders who have come before them.

Independent Health Good for the Neighborhood March Event

Posted 2 years ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School for an Independent Health Good for the Neighborhood event on March 8, 2023 from 4:30pm-6:30pm.

Westminster Community Charter School - Join the Pride!

Posted 2 years ago

Join the Pride - at Westminster Community Charter School, every student receives the tools they need to succeed! Currently accepting applications through April 10, 2023. Lottery will be held April 12, 2023.

The Reason for the Season at Buffalo Promise Neighborhood

Posted 2 years ago

There is a lot of good news to celebrate at Buffalo Promise Neighborhood. Please take a moment to check out this story!

Community Action Organization of WNY is Hiring

Posted 2 years ago

Community Action Organization of WNY is currently hiring and has immediate need to support our Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Children's Academy located at 3149 Bailey Avenue. Interested candidates should contact (716) 881-5150.

WCCS Super Saturday - Neighborhood Vendor Fair

Posted 2 years ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School for our January Super Saturday - Neighborhood Vendor Fair! Takeout bagged lunch will be supplied. Children MUST be accompanied by an adult!

Happy Holidays from Buffalo Promise Neighborhood

Posted 2 years ago

Wishing our families a Joyous Holiday Season filled with Peace, Love and Prosperity! Best Wishes for a Safe and Happy New Year!

BPN Winter Celebration Dinner

Posted 2 years ago

Join us on December 20 from 4:00pm-6:00pm for a Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Winter Celebration dinner sponsored by West Herr Auto Group. Activities will include family pictures, cookie decorating, facepainting and music. *Halal food options will be …

Gerard Place Pharmacy Technician Training

Posted 2 years ago

Gerard Place, in partnership with Trocaire College is currently enrolling for a 12-week Pharmacy Technician course. Interested in learning more check out the flyer below.

BPN Holistic Approach to Financial Health

Posted 2 years ago

There is a lot of good news to celebrate at Buffalo Promise Neighborhood! Please take a moment to check out this story.

BPN Two-Gen Approach - One Success Story at a Time

Posted 2 years ago

There is a lot of good news to celebrate at Buffalo Promise Neighborhood! Please take a moment and check out this story.

CANCELLED WCCS Super Saturday - A November Sky

Posted 2 years ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School for our November Super Saturday - A November Sky! Takeout bagged lunch will be supplied. Children MUST be accompanied by an adult.

Super Saturday - Trail of Treats

Posted 2 years ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School for our October Super Saturday - Trail of Treats! Free breakfast & lunch will be provided. Children MUST be accompanied by an adult.

Super Saturday - Fall Back to School

Posted 2 years ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School for our first Super Saturday - Fall Back to School Free breakfast and lunch will be provided! Children MUST be accompanied by an adult

Gerard Place Family Wellness Fair

Posted 2 years ago

Gerard Place is hosting a Family Wellness Fair on Saturday, September 10th from 12:30p-2:30p. Location: Gerard Place Community Center, Building 3 Free lunch while supplies last Free raffles, giveaways and health screenings

BPN Welcome Back Bash

Posted 2 years ago

Beat the Heat and join us on August 10 from 4:30p-6:30p on the Green at Westminster Community Charter School located at 24 Westminster Avenue. We have lots of fun activities planned as well as a school supply and backpack giveaway - while supplies …

BPN Graduation Season

Posted 2 years ago

In person graduation season was back in swing at our Early Learning education centers and Westminster Community Charter School.

Massachusetts Avenue Mobile Farmers Market

Posted 2 years ago

Join us every Tuesday 3:00pm-5:00pm from June 7 through October 25 for a Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Farmers Market in partnership with Massachusetts Avenue Project. We will feature fresh in season fruits and vegetables from local farms and various …

BPN News You Can Use

Posted 2 years ago

There is a lot of good news to celebrate at Buffalo Promise Neighborhood! Please take a moment to check out these stories.

Gerard Place Career Advancement Opportunities

Posted 2 years ago

Check out the career advancement opportunities available through Gerard Place and their community partners.

Westminster Community Charter School May Open House

Posted 2 years ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School on Saturday, May 7 from 9:00am-Noon for our May Open House. Free breakfast and lunch will be provided! - Parents must accompany children - 

Independent Health Good For the Neighborhood Event

Posted 2 years ago

Another successful Independent Health Good for the Neighborhood event is in the books! Please join us at our school-based events as we begin to open the doors to our school community.

Westminster Community Charter School April Open House

Posted 2 years ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School on Saturday, April 9 from 9:00am-Noon for our April Open house. Free breakfast and lunch will be provided! - Parents must accompany children - 

Independent Health Good for the Neighborhood Health & Wellness Event

Posted 2 years ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School on March 25 from 4:30pm-6:30pm for an Independent Health Good for the Neighborhood Health & Wellness Event.

Westminster Cafe is Hiring

Posted 3 years ago

Westminster Community Charter School is currently hiring and has immediate need for the following positions: Part-time Server and Part-time Cashier $15 per hour, maximum 30 hours per week, flexible daytime schedule, free breakfast & lunch, …

UB School of Management - Free Tax Prep

Posted 3 years ago

UB School of Management is offering free tax prep on select dates through April 1st.

Gerard Place Community Center Programs

Posted 3 years ago

Interested in a pursuing a career in Culinary Arts? BPS Adult Education is currently recruiting for a Culinary Arts Basic Training Program hosted at Gerard Place. Interested in hearing more? Call (716) 888-7088 X111 for details.  

Westminster Community Charter School is Hiring

Posted 3 years ago

Westminster Community Charter School is Hiring! Come join our dedicated team of academic professionals.

Gerard Place Community Center Programs

Posted 3 years ago

Our partner, Gerard Place has some great program offerings that are open to the community! Classes include but are not limited to: preventative services, infant safe sleep classes and the Senior Circle program.

Keeping the Pride in 14215

Posted 3 years ago

Keeping the Pride in 14215

Independent Health Good for the Neighborhood - Health & Wellness Event

Posted 3 years ago

Join us at Westminster Community Charter School on August 25, 2021 from 3:30pm-5:30pm for an Independent Health Good for the Neighborhood Health & Wellness Event

Welcome Back Event & Raffle

Posted 3 years ago

Join us on Saturday, September 4, 2021 from 11:00am-1:00pm at Westminster Community Charter School for a Welcome Back Event & Raffle! See the flyer for details and we hope to see you there!

2021 Summer Newsletter

Posted 3 years ago

Check out all of the amazing stories and stay connected with us on social media

Gerard Place Community Programs

Posted 3 years ago

Check out the latest and greatest community programming available at Gerard Place!

COVID-19 Pediatric Vaccination Webinar

Posted 3 years ago

Webinar on Youth/Young Adult COVID-19 Vaccination - May 25, 2021 at Noon   This presentation hosted by Dr. Shaw and Dr. Blatt, who have specialties in pediatric medicine/infectious diseases. The event is sponsored by the Youth and …

City of Buffalo Scrap It! Program

Posted 3 years ago

City of Buffalo Scrap It! Program begins June 6, 2021

COVID Vaccination Site

Posted 3 years ago

Gerard Place Community Center located at 2535 Bailey Avenue June 14 and June 16 from 2:00pm-6:00pm Please call (716) 897-9948 Ext. 121

Massachusetts Avenue Project Farmers Market

Posted 3 years ago

Only three Farmer's Markets remain: October 12, 19 and 26 so please be sure to join us! Join us every Tuesday 3:00pm-5:00pm from June 8 through October 26 for a Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Farmers Market in partnership with Massachusetts Avenue …

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Buffalo Promise Neighborhood

Buffalo Promise Neighborhood is a long-term collaboration between M&T Bank and its community to empower schools, students, and families. We understand that learning and opportunity are intrinsically connected, and that success is most meaningful when its shared by everyone.