Transportation as Access

Provides stable, affordable, and sustainable housing for veterans through a master-planned tiny home community with 10 dwellings on 0.75 acres, each equipped with solar power and water reclamation systems.

Manages a veterans memorial featuring flags of all military branches and engraved bricks to honor military service and sacrifice, fostering community remembrance and recognition.

Operates an e-waste recycling program that includes collection, sorting, and processing of electronic waste, offering veterans hands-on job training in a growing industry and preparing them for employment.

Runs a veteran-led hydroponic farming program that provides hands-on training in sustainable agriculture and prepares participants for careers in the agricultural industry, while producing fresh produce for local food systems.

Operates a canine companionship program that pairs veterans with trained service dogs to provide emotional support, reduce stress, and aid in recovery from PTSD and anxiety.

Operates a transportation program that provides reliable rides for veterans to access medical appointments, job interviews, educational opportunities, employment, and community services.

Provides direct support to veterans during and after military discharge, helping them transition to civilian life through access to housing, employment, and community resources.

Operates and maintains a fleet of transportation vehicles that achieve a 100% initial and re-inspection pass rate in DOT safety inspections, exceeding the state goal of 90%, to ensure safe and reliable service.

Provides charter and shuttle transportation services for group outings including summer camps, senior centers, youth groups, church groups, and special events, using passenger buses and accessible vehicles.

Provides non-emergency medical transportation for doctor appointments, hospital discharges, and physical therapy, as well as transportation to rehabilitation services, day programs, and social outings for individuals who are disabled, elderly, or socioeconomically disadvantaged, using a fleet of vans, buses, and wheelchair-accessible vehicles. Services are provided in Western New York, including Chautauqua County, with compliance with Titles 2 and 3 of the Americans with Disabilities Act and without regard to race, color, or national origin.

Provides transportation services for medical appointments and day programs to persons with disabilities.

Provides transportation services for senior citizens in Amherst, NY, enabling access to medical appointments, grocery stores, and other essential destinations.

Provides safe, accessible transportation for individuals with disabilities and specialized needs who are unable to drive or use public transit, delivering over 143,000 trips annually to more than 4,000 residents in the Rochester area, including children, adults, and senior citizens.

Provides specialized transportation services for senior and disabled citizens in Cayuga County, New York, that are not provided by existing social agencies.

Provides essential non-food items such as diapers, baby products, paper goods, and personal hygiene supplies; distributes gently used warm outerwear, hats, and gloves during winter months; and offers holiday meal ingredients and baskets for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter to families and older adults.

Distributes nutritious food—including canned goods, fresh produce, dairy, meat, fish, and refrigerated or frozen items—twice per month to eligible individuals who live, work, or have a household member attending school or church in Pawling. In 2025, the pantry served 297 households (903 individuals) with 2,297 client visits, supported by thousands of pounds of food from donations, partner organizations, and grant-funded purchases.

Maintains a medical equipment loan closet that provides free access to mobility and home health devices such as hospital beds for individuals in the region with urgent medical needs. Distributed 677 items of medical equipment in 2025.

Created and distributed A Guide to Creating a Community Service Center to help other communities establish similar organizations, serving as a capacity-building resource.