• Until Justice Just Is

  • Now Accepting Applications for Our Early Childhood Success Center & After School Programs

    YWCA WNY’s Early Childhood Success Center, Pre-K and school-age child care programs (including school break and summer programs) are now accepting applications.

  • Housing Services for Seniors

    Since 1999, YWCA WNY has provided housing and support services for low-income seniors. Located at 1005 Grant Street Buffalo, NY 14207, School House Commons features 64 independent-living apartment units and is funded under the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development, Section 202, Housing of the Elderly.

YWCA of Western New York advocates every day to eliminate racism, empower women, stand up for social justice, help families, and strengthen communities.

Our Programs ↘

Through advocacy and local programming, we create real change for women, families in Buffalo, Amherst, Cheektowaga, Clarence, Depew, Kenmore, Lackawanna, Lancaster and Williamsville.

  • Early Childhood Center

    We’re here to encourage each child’s emotional, social, intellectual, creative, cultural and physical development in a safe, nurturing, anti-bias environment.

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  • After School Enrichment

    We offer school age child care programs at four locations to promote healthy growth and development for school-aged children in a fun-filled, stimulating learning environment.

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  • Summer Camps

    YWCA of WNY Summer Camp programs are licensed through NYS Office of Children & Family Services, staffed by youth development professionals, and are free to eligible students.

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  • Housing Case Management Services

    School House Commons provides safe and secure housing for low-income seniors.

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