Homeless Alliance of Western New York

Homeless Alliance of Western New York To unify and lead providers to improve the lives of people experiencing homelessness by sharing expertise, maximizing resources, and advocating for change.

Serving all of Western New York. The Homeless Alliance of Western New York (HAWNY) was established in 1992 when the Erie County Legislature formed the Commission on Homelessness to coordinate local efforts to reduce homelessness. In 2005, HAWNY became an independent nonprofit and was designated the lead agency for the Erie County Continuum of Care (CoC). Over time, our reach expanded through regio

nal collaboration. By 2015, we had merged with Niagara, Genesee, Orleans, and Wyoming Counties—creating what is now known as the NY-508 CoC. Today, HAWNY proudly serves as both the CoC Lead and Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) administrator. And as of 2025, HAWNY has officially been designated as the Coordinated Entry (CE) Lead for the full NY-508 region. This solidifies our role in overseeing the critical system that connects individuals and families to the housing support they need across all five counties. Additionally, we are implementing our Social Care Team this year. As we expand into the area of direct service, this team will be critical in ensuring everyone in the community has access to Coordinated Entry and 1115 Medicaid Waiver services. We remain committed to leveraging data, collaboration, and best practices to prevent and end homelessness across our region. Mission
To unify and lead providers to improve the lives of people experiencing homelessness by sharing expertise, maximizing resources, and advocating for change. Vision
A community committed to ending homelessness. Core Values
- Excellence – We deliver high-quality support and are dedicated to continuous improvement.
- Collaboration – We believe collective efforts and expertise lead to lasting impact.
- Transparency – We communicate openly and operate with accountability- Integrity – We act with honesty, fairness, and consistency.
- Respect – We value every individual and promote dignity in all our interactions.

05/27/2026

Still blown away by the incredible support shown by the WNY community at our first ever Meat Raffle! 💙

Thank you to every business and individual who donated, supported, and helped make the night such a huge success. Your generosity truly made a difference, and we’re beyond grateful for the support. 🫶

𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗦 👉 Tops Friendly Markets, Savarino Companies, DePaul, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Geiter Done of WNY Inc., Tiveron Law PLLC + 716 I.T. Group

𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗦 👉 5 Wits, Anderson's, Buffalo Bisons, Buffalo CycleBoats, Chipotle, Dash's Market, Delta Sonic Car Wash, Di Camillo Bakery, Franco's Pizza, The Gypsy Parlor, Helium Comedy Club, The Home Depot, Houston Sports Cards + Collectibles, Lowe's Home Improvement, Notaro Chiropractic, Shakespeare in Delaware Park, Talking Leaves Books, Tropical Smoothie Cafe + Wegmans

05/22/2026
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭. 𝐀. 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭. 🥩🎟️We are blown away by the incredible support of our first-ever Meat Raffle this weekend‼️Because of th...
05/19/2026

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭. 𝐀. 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭. 🥩🎟️

We are blown away by the incredible support of our first-ever Meat Raffle this weekend‼️

Because of this amazing community, we welcomed nearly 𝟯𝟬𝟬 people through the doors, all to support our mission of ending homelessness here in Western New York 👏

To everyone who bought tickets, donated prizes, sponsored the event, volunteered, shared our posts, or simply showed up to have fun with us — 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨!

Events like this are only possible because of a community that cares and this was a reminder of just how strong that support really is.

This was more than just a fundraiser to us. It was a powerful reminder that when our Western New York community comes together, incredible things can happen 🫶

🥩🎟️ 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘'𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐘 🎟️🥩Our first-ever Meat Raffle is finally here!We’ll see you tonight 🥳
05/15/2026

🥩🎟️ 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘'𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐘 🎟️🥩

Our first-ever Meat Raffle is finally here!

We’ll see you tonight 🥳

⚠️ 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝟐𝟒 𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐆𝐎 ⚠️Our first-ever Meat Raffle is almost here!! 🥩🎟️There’s still time to save 💵Discounted $15 presa...
05/14/2026

⚠️ 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝟐𝟒 𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐆𝐎 ⚠️

Our first-ever Meat Raffle is almost here!! 🥩🎟️

There’s still time to save 💵

Discounted $15 presale tickets are available until 𝐍𝐎𝐎𝐍 tomorrow!

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Grab your tickets now and join us for a great night supporting a great cause!

🚨 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘 🚨Our first-ever Meat Raffle is almost here‼️Before you join us, take a quick look through our 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐁𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 ...
05/12/2026

🚨 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘 🚨

Our first-ever Meat Raffle is almost here‼️

Before you join us, take a quick look through our 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐁𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐆𝐨 guide so you’re ready for all the fun 🥩🔥

With over 200 pounds of meat, dozens of basket raffles, huge prizes, games, drinks, and chances to win all night long, this is shaping up to be an unforgettable night in support of the Homeless Alliance of Western New York 💙

Get your crew together and we’ll see you Friday night!

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The support for our first-ever Meat Raffle has been 𝗔𝗠𝗔𝗭𝗜𝗡𝗚 👏Huge thanks to our sponsors, prize donors, and community pa...
05/08/2026

The support for our first-ever Meat Raffle has been 𝗔𝗠𝗔𝗭𝗜𝗡𝗚 👏

Huge thanks to our sponsors, prize donors, and community partners for stepping up and helping make this event possible 🥩🔥

From gift baskets and jerseys to raffle prizes and event support, this night is coming together because of local businesses that care about our community 💙

Don’t have your ticket yet? Get yours here 🎟️ tinyurl.com/ycymth4d

05/07/2026

Ok but 𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 at these prizes 👀

Join us for our first-ever meat raffle on May 15 for a chance to win:

🧊 A chest freezer (thanks to Lowe's Home Improvement)
🏈 One of TWO signed Buffalo Bills jerseys
🛒 A $200+ Wegmans gift basket
💦 A power washer (thanks to The Home Depot)
🎁 And more prizes still to come...

Plus plenty of meat raffle action all night long 🥩🔥

Grab your friends and come have a night to remember while supporting a great cause 💙

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Address

625 Delaware Avenue Suite 410
Buffalo, NY
14202

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17168531101

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