Parents Honor Son With 6th Annual Blood Drive to Help Others
Paul Englert, Jr. was an all-American 19-year old college kid who loved lacrosse, his family and life! The beautiful young man with a bright future was taken too soon. Paul passed away from a pulmonary embolism on September 19, 2013 while attending class at UB. His parents were devastated. Heartbroken. They couldn’t quite make sense […]
Go GOLD, shine bright, they deserve more than four.
September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month. Everyone knows that pink ribbons represent breast cancer, but did you know that the gold ribbons symbolize childhood cancer? I’d guess most people don’t. Childhood cancer is incredibly UNDER FUNDED, UNDER RESEARCHED and really not talked about very often. Families, caregivers, charities and research groups across the United States […]
Community Rallies After Woman Dies During Childbirth, Leaving Behind Loving Husband & Newborn Daughter
This is absolutely heartbreaking. This beautiful young woman passed away tragically during child birth. Ali Waclawek was just 31-years-old. She leaves behind her husband, Justin and their newborn baby girl, Ada. Family and friends have come together to help raise money for the family as they make their way through these dark and painful times. […]
Devastating Update: Our Friend Bella Has Relapsed – PRAYERS NEEDED!
We have been following Bella’s story for some time now and we are absolutely heartbroken to share this update. Bella has relapsed. Her mom, Jamie posted on Facebook: “Isabella Update: It is leukemia? Bella is officially relapsed for a third time. The mass will be radiated and she will have a spinal tap and bone marrow […]
Adults Take Over Explore & More For Grown Up Night of Play!
This Friday the adults take over the museum as Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum holds their first ever Grown Up Night of Play at 6:30 pm on August 16th. Guests 21 and over are invited to enjoy food, drinks, music and play across four floors of fun at Canalside. […]
High School Students Plan Hawaiian Luau Family Event to Benefit Children’s Hospital
Aloha! If you love to have fun and help others at the same time – we have a great event to tell you about!! The event, planned by two high school students, will raise money for Oishei Children’s Hospital. Everyone is invited to a special family friendly Hawaiian luau-themed event which will take place from […]
Local Teacher Starts Book Club for Kids – She Says We Can’t Fight Technology – So We Should Embrace It.
We all know how important reading is. It’s undeniable that a child’s reading skills are important to their success in school, work, and life in general. We also know that technology is taking over our lives. Regardless of how we feel about it, it’s just a fact. Barbara F. Sanchez has been teaching in the Williamsville School District for […]
Donations Needed to Open a Buffalo Chapter of For Goodness Cakes, a Non-Profit Helping Kids In Need Celebrate Their Birthdays
Think back to your birthdays over the years. The fun. The family. The friends. The cake. The presents. The memories. The reality for many at-risk and foster youth is that their birthday will come and go like any other day — not even a simple cake to let them know that someone cares. […]
Brave Little Fighters Foundation – Bringing Joy to Sick Children
Today, we’d like to shine a spotlight on a wonderful organization with a simple – but amazing – mission: Bring joy to sick children. That’s literally their mission – so sign us up to help in any way we can! Brave Little Fighters Foundation offers joyful and carefree outings for children with serious […]
The Face of Hope – Meet Emily – The Little Girl Inspiring Others
I’ve been following Emily Keicher’s story for years. The adorable, fierce, fabulous little girl is quite remarkable… and I learned quickly that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Her parents are such an inspiration. The way they live – the way they encourage their daughter – the way they just never give up. […]