named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Continuum of Care
Integrated case management services provided across all housing properties to prevent homelessness and support tenant stability through referrals and personalized goal setting.
Shelter Plus Care
HUD-funded program providing subsidized housing and intensive case management for up to 40 chronically homeless, disabled, low-income individuals, focusing on access to benefits, treatment, employment, and life skills training.
Veterans Placement Group of Buffalo/Niagara
Former employment and training program in collaboration with Goodwill Industries and Buffalo City Mission that helped over 1,500 veterans with job search and reintegration services.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Veteran Benefits and Reintegration Support 3 activities
- Collaborates with regional service providers for veteran supportCoordinates with the Veterans One-stop Center of WNY, Inc. and the VA Healthcare for Homeless Veterans at 1280 Main St, Buffalo, NY to integrate housing, healthcare, and social services for veterans in need.
- Provides case management and supportive services to veteransDelivers comprehensive case management services to veterans through dedicated staff and programs like ESSHI, supporting those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Services include housing assistance, homeless prevention, employment support, and referrals to help stabilize veterans and prevent prolonged hospitalization or housing instability.
- Supports veteran employment and job placementHelps veterans access employment opportunities through participation in the Veterans Placement Group of Buffalo/Niagara program, having supported over 1,500 veterans in securing jobs.
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 2 activities
- Operates transitional and permanent housing programs for homeless veteransRan one of the first Transitional Housing Programs for Veterans in the U.S. at 1125 Main St in partnership with the VA's Healthcare for Homeless Veterans Program, and continues to provide long-term supportive housing solutions for veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
- Pioneers and promotes special needs housing models for veteransPioneered Special Needs Housing for Veterans, setting a national trend in veteran-focused supportive housing by developing targeted housing for physically disabled and disadvantaged veterans, including accessible units for those with severe physical challenges.
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Affordable Housing Development and Management 1 activity
- Acquires, renovates, and manages permanent supportive housing for veteransAcquires and redevelops real property in Western New York to create affordable, accessible housing for veterans and individuals with special needs, including converting historic buildings such as the Stratford Arms Hotel, Engine 16 firehouse, Buffalo Public School 75, and 1125 Main Street into supportive housing units. Currently manages 130 permanent supportive housing units across three apartment buildings and 18 townhomes designed for family living.
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Furniture and Household Essentials Provision 1 activity
- Distributes move-in starter packages to newly housed veteransProvides essential household items such as beds, linens, clock radios, and basic kitchen supplies to veterans transitioning out of homelessness into permanent housing to support successful resettlement.
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Veteran Story Preservation & Public Education 1 activity
- Shares veteran stories to raise awareness and supportHighlights personal experiences of veterans served through storytelling initiatives to build public awareness and support for veteran housing and services.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$867K
Contributions & grants$476K55%
Program service revenue$313K36%
Investment income$67K8%
Other revenue$10K
expenses
Total expenses$983K
Program expenses67%
Admin / overhead33%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$398K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.96M
Cash$700K
Investments$0
Liabilities$3.97M
Net assets$1.99M
Liquid reserves8.5 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -49.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GIGI GRIZANTI | PRESIDENT & C.E.O. (EX-OFFICIO) | 32 | $109K |
| MARIA CALLANAN | C.F.O | 32 | $81K |
board members · 10
- ANTONIO M HARRINGTON — DIRECTOR
- ASHLEY INFANTINO — DIRECTOR
- DAVID NACHREINER — CHAIRPERSON (TO JUNE 2025)
- DOUGLAS STEVENS — TREASURER
- GLEN TAYLOR — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL R DIETER — DIRECTOR
- MORGAN WOODSON — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT E PECORARO — DIRECTOR
- TUNITA NELSON — SECRETARY
- WILLIAM JONES — VICE CHAIRMAN (CHAIR BEG JULY 2025)
relationships · 37
Who they work with
- Buffalo City Mission Partner — Partnered with WNYVHC on the Veterans Placement Group of Buffalo/Niagara to deliver employment and training services to Veterans.
- Buffalo Vet Center Partner — Referral and coordination partner for mental health and readjustment services for veterans in Amherst, NY.
- Buffalo Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center Government — Coordinates with the VA Medical Center for healthcare integration and homeless veteran support.
- Cannon Heyman & Weiss LLP Partner — Law firm represented by board member Stephen L. Yonaty, indicating legal sector involvement in governance and support.
- City of Buffalo Government — Partner in funding multiple housing projects including Engine 16 and 1125 Main Street.
- City of Lockport Government — Employer of board member William E. Jones and local government entity involved in veterans' housing efforts.
- Collins Aerospace Partner — Private-sector employer of board member Glen Taylor, indicating corporate engagement in veterans' housing through leadership participation.
- Core Environmental Inc. Partner — Commercial tenant occupying first-floor space at the Engine 16 facility.
- Disabled American Veterans Partner — Collaborates on benefits assistance and advocacy for disabled veterans in Buffalo, NY.
- Ellicott Development Partner — Major/Captain level sponsor of the WNY Veterans Housing Coalition's 30th Anniversary Celebration.
- Erie County Government — Local government agency with representation from Secretary Tunita Nelson and Director Angela R. Dieter, indicating collaboration on veterans' housing and harm reduction services.
- Erie County Department of Mental Health Government — Administers the Shelter + Care program, which is managed by WNYVHC for chronically homeless and disabled individuals.
- Erie County Veterans Services Government — Works with Erie County government office to connect veterans to local benefits and services.
- Facebook Partner — Platform used for outreach and engagement
- Factor Law Partner — Legal firm represented by board member Ashley Neuman, suggesting professional services partnership in veterans' housing initiatives.
- Goodwill Industries of WNY, Inc. Partner — Collaborated with WNYVHC on the Veterans Placement Group of Buffalo/Niagara to provide employment services to Veterans.
- Goodwill Industries of Western New York, Inc. Partner — Partners on workforce development and employment services for veterans.
- John R. Oishei Foundation Funder — Provided a grant that supported the Veterans Placement Group of Buffalo/Niagara program.
- M&T Bank Partner — Private-sector partner with two representatives on the board: Antonio M. Harrington and Shawn Reidy, indicating organizational involvement in governance and strategy.
- McGuire Development Company Partner — Lieutenant/Commander level sponsor of the WNY Veterans Housing Coalition's 30th Anniversary Celebration.
- National Coalition for Homeless Veterans Government — Recognized WNYVHC with a special award for leadership in the homeless provider network.
- National Coalition for Homeless Veterans Network — Member of national network providing resources and best practices for serving homeless veterans.
- National Fuel Gas Distribution Partner — Sergeant/Ensign level sponsor of the WNY Veterans Housing Coalition's 30th Anniversary Celebration.
- New York State Division of Veterans Affairs Government — State-level agency represented by board member Morgan Woodson, suggesting formal partnership in veterans' housing initiatives.
- New York State Homeless Housing Assistance Program Government — Funding source for the Engine 16 housing project.
- New York State Housing Trust Fund Government — Funding source and regulatory partner for the 1125 Main Street facility.
- Norstar Development USA LP Partner — Lieutenant/Commander level sponsor of the WNY Veterans Housing Coalition's 30th Anniversary Celebration.
- North Coast Wealth Management, LLC Partner — Sergeant/Ensign level sponsor of the WNY Veterans Housing Coalition's 30th Anniversary Celebration.
- Rupp Baase Pfalzgraf Cunningham LLC Partner — General/Admiral level sponsor of the WNY Veterans Housing Coalition's 30th Anniversary Celebration.
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Government — Funding source for the Engine 16 project and regulatory authority for compliance at Bowen Manor.
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strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Coalition-Based Coordinated Service Deliverymethodology: coalition-based service coordinationBy uniting public, private, and nonprofit stakeholders through a coalition model, the organization enhances service coordination and access for veterans, because collaborative governance reduces duplication, expands resource pools, and improves continuity of care across systems.
- Housing-First with Integrated Support Servicesmethodology: housing_firstBy providing permanent housing alongside case management, employment support, and other services, the organization addresses housing instability as a foundational need, which enables vulnerable veterans to achieve stability and self-sufficiency because secure housing increases engagement with supportive services.
- Special Needs Housing with Accessibility and Supported Independence Featuresmethodology: special_needs_housingBy designing fully accessible, adapted housing units with advanced safety and independence-supporting technologies, the organization enables severely disabled veterans to live safely and with dignity, because physical accessibility and assistive systems directly enable autonomy and reduce reliance on institutional care.