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WNY Collaborative Organizations
Discover the grassroots organizations in the WNY area and events happening in your area!
We are a coalition of people in Western New York, who put people and the planet first. We include labor and community groups, activists, researchers, neighbors, friends and family.
Firewall is an umbrella organization of community activists located in Amherst, New York. A Coalition of Concerned Citizens Who Support Democracy and The Rule of Law.
Main Street Legacy, a partner of Main Street Movement, empowers the next generation of leaders to bridge the gap between today’s community and tomorrow’s potential. By equipping high school and college students with the tools for advocacy and civic engagement, we ensure the Main Street Movement remains a vibrant, lasting force for years to come.
Main Street Movement is a community-driven group that organizes peaceful protests and civic actions in Williamsville, NY. Our goal is to amplify the voices of residents and work together to create a more just and equitable community for all.
Northtowns Rise Up is a local greater Buffalo grassroots movement made up of everyday Americans who stand for democracy, and who stand against the authoritarian actions of the Trump Administration.
Organize for Action WNY (OFAWNY) is a non-profit, all volunteer local Indivisible group committed to the preservation of democratic principles, constitutionally protected rights and liberties, and the rule of law. We believe that the best way to protect and promote our values is by electing people who share those values. We work to elect people across the country who support the constitution and democracy. We also remind our elected officials and other powerful people of our priorities and what we expect of them. Finally, we promote and support the work of other like-minded activist organizations in Western New York.
We are a local, grassroots movement born from shared concern about the future- for ourselves, loved ones, neighbors, & the most vulnerable. Our mission is to mobilize in Lockport & surrounding communities thru education, activism, & advocacy.
We are a local, grassroots movement born from shared concern about the future- for ourselves, loved ones, neighbors, & the most vulnerable. Our mission is to mobilize in Lockport & surrounding communities thru education, activism, & advocacy.
The WNY Bridge Brigade provides physical messaging in the real world to connect with and activate community members who share anger and fear about our democracy's future. Every week, dedicated volunteers gather on bridges and overpasses throughout Western New York for what we call "Rush Hour Resistance"—displaying bold, clear signs that cut through the distraction and propaganda.
The Western New York Peace Center, Inc. (WNYPC) is committed to peace through justice both locally and globally by promoting peace education, issue awareness, and policy advocacy. Our mission is to enhance the well-being of our community through grassroots collaborative efforts; cultivating a movement dedicated to both preventing violence against individuals and the environment, while facilitating regenerative healing from years of trauma and oppression. We prioritize peaceful conflict resolution within communities with a particular emphasis on empowering youth, as well as life-long learning.