named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Provisions 139
Market-style food pantry offering shelf-stable and fresh food, produce, and pet food to residents in select Buffalo zip codes; operates twice weekly
Rock the Block
Annual free community block party featuring family-friendly activities, food trucks, and entertainment held at the West Side Community Services building
Say Yes Buffalo Summer Camp
Free summer day camp for children in grades PK–6 offering educational instruction, meals, enrichment, and field trips
Too Good for Drugs and Too Good for Violence
Evidence-based prevention programs delivered in schools and community settings for youth in grades K–8 focusing on decision-making, emotional regulation, and violence prevention
West Side Chops
Annual fundraising event featuring a Chopped-style cooking competition with local chefs using pantry ingredients, open to guests with ticket purchase
West Side Seniors
Weekly programming for older adults including bingo, puzzles, crafts, fitness classes, and special events such as Mother’s & Father’s Day brunches
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Education 1 activity
- Deliver youth development and prevention programsImplements evidence-based substance use and violence prevention programs for youth in grades K–8, including Positive Alternative Programs and school- and community-based prevention initiatives. Offers STEM programming, K–6 educational support, life skills preparation, and Counselor in Training roles through summer employment programs.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Host community events and wellness programsOrganizes annual community events including a free block party attended by 500 guests, vendors, and partners, and a Chopped-style cooking competition featuring local chefs using food pantry ingredients. Co-hosts free digital literacy workshops and runs a quarterly wellness program with health fairs, produce giveaways, and family activities.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Operate community center with multi-use facilitiesManages a full-service community center in the Niagara District equipped with a gym, children and family playroom, kitchen and cafeteria, computer lab, art room, and outdoor multisport court to support programming for residents of all ages.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Operate market-style food pantryRuns a market-style food pantry in Buffalo's West Side neighborhood, providing groceries at no charge to residents in specific zip codes (14201, 14209, 14213, 14222). Registered households can shop twice per month using a point-based system, receiving shelf-stable and fresh food including produce, meat, fish, and limited pet food, during Wednesday and Thursday service hours.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Operate youth summer camp and enrichment programsRuns a daily summer camp program offering breakfast, boxed lunches, educational instruction, physical fitness, creative enrichment, and field trips. Operates the Say Yes Buffalo day camp and integrates youth from the Summer Youth Employment Program as Counselors in Training.
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Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
- Provide health-related social needs navigationConducts screenings and provides navigation services to address health-related social needs within the community.
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Provide older adult engagement programsManages comprehensive programs for older adults including weekly social and cognitive activities such as bingo, puzzles, arts and crafts, creative writing, fitness classes, and educational lectures. Hosts annual special events including Mother’s & Father’s Day brunches, summer picnics, end-of-year celebrations, and Café del Sol events.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.18M
Contributions & grants$1.17M99%
Program service revenue$11K1%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$2K
expenses
Total expenses$1.05M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$575K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$864K
Cash$373K
Investments$0
Liabilities$85K
Net assets$780K
Liquid reserves4.3 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +41.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRYSTAL SELK | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $97K |
board members · 11
- ANDREW ONYEJI — DIRECTOR
- BERNARDA ARIAS — DIRECTOR
- CAITLIN CODER — DIRECTOR
- COURTNEY BAUER — PRESIDENT
- MOLLY LAMBROS — DIRECTOR
- RABY BA — DIRECTOR
- RACHEL LASTER — DIRECTOR
- RAHSAAN DELAIN — DIRECTOR
- RUSSELL DAVIDSON — SECRETARY
- STEVEN ROOT — TREASURER
- THOMAS J LANG — DIRECTOR
relationships · 24
Who they work with
- B-District Community Police Partner — Collaborates on community initiatives focused on safety and neighborhood vitality.
- Baptist Manor Partner — Hosts creative writing programming for older adults in collaboration with West Side Community Services.
- Buffalo Public Schools Government — Board member Andrew Onyeji is Financial Controller at Buffalo Public Schools, indicating a professional affiliation.
- D’Youville University Partner — Board member Rachel Laster is Nutrition Empowerment Program Director at D’Youville University, indicating a professional affiliation.
- Erie County Summer Youth Employment Program Partner — Participates in the Erie County Summer Youth Employment Program by hosting youth as Counselors in Training.
- Forbes Theater Partner — Venue host for the West Side Chops event.
- Independent Health Foundation Partner — Board member Raby Ba is Health and Wellness Project Coordinator at Independent Health Foundation, indicating a professional affiliation.
- Independent Health Foundation Partner — Collaborates on the "Good for the Neighborhood" wellness program and other community initiatives.
- Literacy Buffalo Niagara Partner — Co-hosts free computer and digital health literacy workshops.
- M&T Bank Partner — Board member Russell Davidson is affiliated with M&T Bank, indicating a professional affiliation.
- Mary Schaefer Partner — Director of Operations involved in coordinating Rock the Block sponsorship.
- NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports Government — Funds WSCS as a Primary Prevention Service.
- Niagara District Government — Primary service area and community of operation for programs and services.
- Px21 Coalition — Founding member of Px21, a coalition of Erie County prevention providers.
- Px21 Partner — Collaborates on community initiatives related to substance abuse prevention.
- Rich Products Corporation Partner — Board member Molly Rich Lambros is affiliated with Rich Products Corporation through the Rich Family Foundation, indicating a professional affiliation.
- Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Partner — Board member Bernarda Arias is Director, Community Outreach and Engagement at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, indicating a professional affiliation.
- Rupp Pfalzgraf LLC Partner — Board member Thomas J. Lang is a partner at Rupp Pfalzgraf LLC, indicating a professional affiliation.
- SPCA Serving Erie County Partner — Partnership to provide limited quantities of dry cat and dog food at the Provisions 139 pantry.
- Say Yes Buffalo Partner — Collaborates with Say Yes Buffalo to operate a summer day camp.
- Schneider Real Estate Services Partner — Board member Caitlin Coder is a licensed real estate salesperson at Schneider Real Estate Services, indicating a professional affiliation.
- WNY Food 4 Paws Partner — Partnership to provide limited quantities of dry cat and dog food at the Provisions 139 pantry.
- West Side Seniors Partner — Collaborates on special events for older adults such as Mother’s & Father’s Day brunch, summer picnic, and Café del Sol events.
- West Zone Community Schools Partner — Collaborates on community-wide initiatives to strengthen the West Side community.
strategies · 5
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.
- Client-Choice Food Pantry Modelmethodology: client_choice_pantryBy allowing individuals to select their own groceries through a market-style, point-based system, we increase dignity and autonomy in food access, which enhances engagement and reduces waste.
- Co-Creation and Collaborative Network Buildingmethodology: co-creationBy using co-creation and open communication with community members, we build collaborative networks that generate shared knowledge and greater collective impact.
- Community-Centered Preventive Health Outreachmethodology: community-based wellness outreachBy bringing evidence-based health training and tools directly to underserved communities, we address barriers to access and promote wellness through prevention-focused, localized engagement.
- Holistic Youth Development Through Structured Programmingmethodology: holistic youth developmentBy providing academic support, physical activity, creative expression, and transition planning, we foster holistic youth development that builds resilience and prevents negative risk behaviors.
- Integrated Social Support Through Health Screeningmethodology: health-related-social-needs-screeningBy screening for health-related social needs and providing navigation to resources, we integrate social support into health services, improving wellness outcomes for vulnerable populations.