Provides referrals for working parents searching for licensed day care providers. Also provides training workshops for day care providers on various topics, such as early childhood development, health and safety, nutrition, educational activities, and program management. Assists those interested in starting a day care through funding and orientation seminars.

Economic development initiatives aimed at retaining existing businesses and attracting new enterprises to Rockland County.

Provides ways of raising money and colleting funds for research of Crohn's disease and colitis.

Offers workshops on a variety of business-related topics which impact existing small businesses or on topics impacting those just starting out into their own business venture, such as "Boot Camp for Start-Ups", a fall and spring workshop.

New York State Office of Children and Family Services allows businesses the opportunity to apply for funding opportunities.

An international small business incubator where vendors are offered a safe, nurturing, and affordable environment in which to grow their business.

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Available to assist a business in upgrading the skills of existing eligible employees to compete more effectively within the ever-changing global marketplace.

Provides access to capital, technical assistance, business training, and referral services for minority- and women-owned businesses. Program assists each applicant to evaluate the effectiveness of their business operations, view their business from an external perspective, and access technical assistance tailored to the specific needs of the business operating model.

Public library located in the heart of downtown Buffalo and serving as the headquarters of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library System. Houses approximately two million books, special exhibition rooms for rare and valuable materials including the Mark Twain Room, the Collections Gallery and the Rare Book Room; a computer training lab; and the Launch Pad MakerSpace; plus a host of centralized administrative and support operations for the entire 37-site Library System. Maintains a newly renovated 301-seat fully accessible auditorium, as well as three meeting rooms and other indoor and outdoor spaces that may be reserved for meetings/public programs by non-profit organizations and businesses. Onsite author visits, children's programming, book clubs, movies and technology training classes and demonstrations are regular happenings at the Central Library. For more information visit our calendar page or call 716-858-8900. Offers three private study rooms for individual or small group use. Each study room provides a computer with Microsoft suite software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), internet access and printing capabilities. Study rooms are free to use and available during open hours. Walk-ins are welcome and will be accommodated if a study room is not in use or reserved for use. Reservations can be made in-person at the Computer Reference Desk or by contacting Central Library staff at (716) 858-8900 (option 2 - speak to reference staff). Black and white copies from a copy machine are available for 15 cents each. Color copies are available for 50 cents each. Public access computers are available. Printing from public access computers and Mobile Printing is available for 10 cents per black and white page and 25 cents per color page. Fax machine located near Borrower Services by the Washington Street entrance. Faxing is $1.75 for the first page and $1 for each additional page.

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Administers Section 8 rental assistance, first time homebuyer programs, and housing rehabilitation programs. Available for Section 8 participants is the Family Self-Sufficiency Program, which assists participants with obtaining employment and education opportunities while building financial capabilities. Develops quality affordable housing for individuals, families, seniors, and people with disability-based needs. Manages subsidized properties. HUD Certified Housing Counseling Agency provides home ownership and rental counseling, including pre-purchase, housing search assistance, financial education (consisting of budgeting, credit, banking, and goal setting), reverse mortgage, and mortgage default counseling. Individual Development Accounts: Offers matched savers programs to help save for Home Purchase, Education, and Small Business Development. Provides technical assistance to communities and other housing providers. Offers workshops for property owners on mold awareness, home repair, landlord/tenant rights and responsibilities, and lead-safe work practices. Staff provides affordable housing opportunities, referrals, and educational programs for tenants and landlords. Maintains listings of affordable apartments and Section 8 friendly apartments in WNY.

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Provides funds available as full conditional grants, partial conditional grants, and no interest loans, based on applicant household income. The Buffalo Urban Renewal Agency (BURA) provides financial assistance to eligible homeowners in the City of Buffalo to support critical home repairs and improvements. This funding is designed to help preserve housing, improve living conditions, and promote neighborhood stability. Assistance is offered in the form of: - Full Conditional Grants – No repayment required if program terms are met. - Partial Conditional Grants – A portion may be forgiven, with the rest repaid under specific terms. - Zero-Interest Loans – Affordable loans with no interest and flexible repayment options. The type and amount of assistance available is based on several factors, including household income, property eligibility, and the specific requirements of the funding source. Priority is often given to low- to moderate-income residents and repairs that address health and safety concerns. Interested homeowners are encouraged to apply or contact BURA to learn more about current funding availability, eligibility criteria, and application procedures. 1.) Down Payment/Closing Cost Assistance Program Funding is available to assist first-time home-buyers with meeting closing costs and down payment expenses attributable to the purchase of a single-family home. Loan funds are provided at no interest as a conditional grant. No monthly or annual payments are required, but the amount provided must be repaid if the property is sold within the five-year regulatory period. 2.) Emergency Loan Assistance Program Funds repairs of a verified emergency condition such as an inoperable furnace, faulty electrical service, broken hot water tank, or break in the main water or sewer line. Loan funds are provided at no interest and partial conditional grants are available for all eligible applicants. The amount to be repaid will be based on household income. 3.) Owner-occupied Home Repair Program Funding from the City of Buffalo, NYS Housing and Community Renewal, and Affordable Housing Corporation is providing low-income homeowners with dollars to help with home repairs and make them more energy efficient. 4.) Target Focus Area Program Funds for code-related repairs are available to owner-occupant households who reside on Target streets. Loan funds are provided at no interest and partial conditional grants are available for all eligible applicants. The amount to be repaid will be based on household income. 5.) Roof Program Funds are available for repair of a severely deteriorated roof where water infiltration into the habitable area has been verified. 6.) 50/50 Program 50/50 Rehab Program offers income-eligible homeowners grants to fund up to 50% of their project cost in order to make needed home repairs. 7.) Vacant Rental Program (VRP) This program is designed to help rental property owners transform vacant, uninhabitable units into safe, high-quality, and affordable long-term rental homes within the City of Buffalo. 8.) Accessory Dwelling Unit Program (ADU) This program offers construction costs to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit. ADUs are small, self-contained living spaces usually made by converting an attic or basement, providing a flexible and affordable housing solution for family members or renters. This funding is available to property owners within the City of Buffalo who’s income falls below 120% AMI.