The Application for Open Buffalo’s Emerging Leaders Class of 2026 Is Now Open

Published February 6, 2026

Calling all up-and-coming change agents! What legacy could you build as a member of our Emerging Leaders Class of 2026?

We Are Now Accepting Applications For the Youth Action Levels Up Program

Published February 3, 2026

Open Buffalo's Youth Action Levels Up program is an in-depth leadership training for a full 12 weeks, full of unlocking your true potential! 

Personal Stories of People's Fund Impact

Published January 14, 2026

Recent article by Nannette D. Massey published in The Challenger featured the voices and stories of three local individuals who have benefited from our People's Fund guaranteed income program.

Open Buffalo Salutes "Youth Action Levels Up" Grads!

Published December 22, 2025

Twelve-week intensive leadership development program wrapped up with commencement banquet Sunday.

Thank you to Mr. Muhammad Z. Zaman

Published December 11, 2025

As we reflect on Muhammad's legacy and the many gifts that he left to our community, we are especially thankful for all that he gave to Open Buffalo over the years.

Open Buffalo Graduates 200th Emerging Leader

Published November 22, 2025

Grads launch campaign to raise awareness about City Charter Revision and expand public participation in the process in the coming months.

Open Buffalo gains support of New York State Pollution Prevention Institute to launch Rooted in Buffalo Sustainability Project (RBSP)

Published November 1, 2025

Open Buffalo will partner with BFLO Worm Works to divert food waste through composting education and resources.

Open Buffalo gains support of New York State Pollution Prevention Institute to launch Rooted in Buffalo Sustainability Project (RBSP)

Published November 1, 2025

Open Buffalo will partner with BFLO Worm Works to divert food waste through composting education and resources.

OB Eco Justice Block Party 2025

Published October 16, 2025

Join us for: Music, Vendors, Eco-education, Prizes, and Community Power; Saturday, October 18th on Jefferson Ave! 

Are You Ready to Level Up With Youth Action?

Published September 16, 2025

This program helps participants discover their role in society, sharpen key life skills, and build community power.