Now that's a Good Shot!

The Salvation Army is looking for area golfers to participate in the Red Kettle Open, their 5th annual golf tournament. The shotgun style tournament at River Oaks Golf Club in Grand Island includes golf cart rental, usage of the driving range, breakfast and lunch on the patio, giveaways, and of course a full round of golf. Sponsorship opportunities are available. The cost is $500 per Foursome and is sponsored by Fichte Endl & Elmer Eyecare, Ivy Lea Construction, Inc., Will Poultry Company, & Tops Markets. Tee off is Monday, August 16, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Sign up at Salvation Army's Buffalo website.

Man on a Mission

James Giles, CEO of Back to Basics Outreach Ministries is calling on service providers, churches, not-for-profits, ministries, and individuals to combat the depression in Buffalo with a collaborative effort this summer in Niagara Square. The free event is scheduled for July 17 from 12-9pm and features an impressive line up of speakers including Nicky Cruz and musicians including Buffalo's own 500 voice Rise Up Choir. READ MORE...

Cycling For Justice

Ahmad Rivazfar and Ed Smart will bicycle from Buffalo to Rochester today (July 29th) as part of the training for “The Ride for Their Lives,” a 3,500-mile cross country ride to raise awareness of the Surviving Parents Coalition.

The pair will join other volunteer cyclists this August as they make their way through 26 cities, from Rochester, N.Y. to Los Angeles, Calif. The awareness campaign, “Ride for Their Lives,” seeks to increase public knowledge and $1,000,000 to help advocate for laws that protect children and fight to eradicate predatory crimes nationwide. READ MORE...

5 Weeks for Freedom Tour Ending in Buffalo

 A team of 15 riders is cycling 1800 miles of the historic Underground Railroad – driving a major awareness and advocacy campaign to support the work of International Justice Mission on behalf of victims of modern-day slavery, sex trafficking and other forms of violent oppression. READ MORE... 

How To Start a Non-Profit

By Sandra Arcadipane

So, you want to help change the world, raise support for orphans, feed the poor or build a youth center in the inner city. If you are contemplating starting a non-profit organization it isn’t something to be taken lightly, it takes a lot of work and almost always requires an upfront investment. READ MORE...

Mike Robinson on Prayer

Michael Robinson, Men's Ministry Director of the Buffalo City Mission will be praying at this year's National Day of Prayer gathering in Buffalo at Niagara Square on May 6.Why are you involved with the National Day of Prayer?

I am the Men’s Ministry Director at the Buffalo City Mission. Historically our men help to set up and tear down the podium and lights and such so we have always been involved in some way. This year I have been asked to lead one of the prayers. I am a native Buffalonian; I will be praying for local government. I have children in Buffalo public schools, and my family is all here in Buffalo. So Buffalo is very close to my heart. READ MORE...

Prayer That Transforms a City

The Bible instructs us to pray for our city and nation. Prayer is not merely giving God our “wish list,” though petition is an important part of prayer. The fullness of prayer involves coming into His presence with thanksgiving, repentance and acknowledgement of who He is.What’s more, prayer is about listening to Him, and listening leads to action.3 So how can we best pray for Buffalo? There are many problems—large problems, God-sized problems—ailing this city. READ MORE...



Live Life Loved

A few local organizations are merging art, community, and good will to raise money for a worthy cause. On May 15th, Live Life Loved Event will be hosted at the Park School on Harlem Road in Snyder, NY. READ MORE...



Rockin' for Relief

Eastern Hills Wesleyan Church is hosting Rockin For Relief, a Concert worship experience being put on by the Youth of Buffalo, NY for anyone wishing to come and help raise money for relief work in Hati. A Red Cross Blood drive is also taking place starting, READ MORE...

Women Build Project

Habitat for Humanity Buffalo is hosting a fundraiser March 19 for their 2010 Women Build project. The event will be held at Asbury Hall on Delaware Avenue from 6-10 PM. Tickets are $25 per person presale or $30 at the door. Domenic Cortese of Hammertime on the Home Improvement Hour (WBEN 930 AM) will be the emcee for this event. READ MORE...