Federal Funding to support Shoreline Restoration Efforts along Riverbend Project

Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-27) announced the award of $167,000 in federal funding for Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper.   The grant, provided through the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, will support Phase II of the Buffalo Riverbend project. 

“These federal funds will continue our efforts to preserve and enhance the water’s edge,” said Congressman Higgins, a member of the Congressional Great Lakes Task Force.  “Beyond the clear environmental benefits this work will continue the transformation of Buffalo’s old and industrial image to one that is new, exciting and welcoming to the public and innovative economic development.”

BUFFALO, N.Y., August 8, 2011 – Catholic Charities of Buffalo has received a grant from Fidelis Care, the New York State Catholic health plan, for $59,700 to support its In-School Social Work program for several Buffalo grade schools. It is the seventh year Fidelis Care has made possible funds for the counseling program, which supports students and their families in school and the community.

The grant reflects a part of the funds made available through the 2010 Fidelis Care Community Grant Fund, which are distributed across New York State’s eight Roman Catholic Dioceses to non-profit organizations with similar missions and values of service to low-income, vulnerable individuals.

This afternoon, Gene Baur, president and co-founder of Farm Sanctuary, will be speaking at Minty Wellness in Darien Center, NY. Admission for the event is $10, a portion will support Farm Sanctuary. A small vegan buffet meal will be provided following a discussion. This event is a perfect opportunity to hear about how eating a vegetarian diet can improve not only your own life, but the lives of many others as well. There will be an opportunity try some great vegetarian food, hear about Gene's book "Farm Sanctuary: Changing Hearts and MInds About Animals and Food", and to meet, and be inspired by, Gene Baur.