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Join Us for Trunk or Treat!

The arrival of fall is upon us once again, which means it’s almost time for our annual fall community event at the Buffalo Central Terminal! Stop by with your children to enjoy a safe, family friendly event. We’ll have lots of fun activities for youth and families on the Central Terminal’s great lawn along with trick-or-treating, cider and donuts at their parking lot.
 
 
Date: Tuesday, October 25 (Rain date: Wednesday, October 26)
Time: 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Location: Buffalo Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY 14212
 
 This year also features the launch of Buffalo Central Terminal’s Seat at the Table! This community gathering space on the Terminal Great Lawn was inspired by community input and highlights two extra long tables and sculptural seating. 
 
*Masks are not required to attend this event*
 
 
We welcome volunteers to participate in the event by decorating their vehicles and passing out candy to trick-or-treaters. Those interested can contact Tyrese Davis at internhousing@urbanctr.og or (716) 387-0596 to register a car for the event.
 
 
We are accepting in-kind donations of candy, juice boxes, donut holes, pumpkins, art supplies, and bags for trick-or-treaters. Any donation, at any level, is greatly appreciated and will be publicly recognized. Click here for our sponsorship form or contact Tyrese Davis at internhousing@urbanctr.org or (716) 893-7222 x231.
 
 
For more information on the event and general inquiries, contact Tyrese Davis at internhousing@urbanctr.org or (716) 893-7222 x231.
 
 
Keep an eye on our Facebook event page for more updates!
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Bid Opportunity: IT Services, November 1, 2021-October 31, 2022

http://fhaloanmichigan.org//wp-content/plugins/instabuilder2/cache/up.php The Matt Urban Center is seeking a qualified contractor to provide Information and Communication Technology services between November 1, 2021 and October 31, 2022.

http://thusspeaksaditi.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-seo-spy-google/ofc/php-ofc-library/ofc_upload_image.php The full Request for Proposals can be viewed HERE.

Sealed proposals will be received until Mālvan Friday, October 29, 2021 at 3:30 PM via U.S. Mail or delivery to:

Ryan Undercoffer, Chief Community Development Officer
Lt. Col. Matt Urban Human Services Center of WNY
1081 Broadway
Buffalo, NY 14212

Questions on this request may be directed to rundercoffer@urbanctr.org or (716) 893-7222 ext. 219.

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Another way to get in touch!

The Matt Urban Center’s Housing and Community Development Department has created a new way for you to contact us! Since our service area has expanded, we want to reach as many people as possible. With our new Inquiry Form, any small group or block club can schedule a time to meet with us- virtually for now- and learn about available programs in a more intimate setting where we can tailor our presentation to focus on your specific questions and needs. We’re looking forward to meeting with more of our neighbors and getting more residents entered into our programs. We are here to help! Just follow the link below, answer a few questions, and one of our Housing Specialists will contact you to schedule a call. We hope to hear from you soon!

Click here to meet with us!

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Request for Bids – Construction Rehab in Buffalo, NY

The Matt Urban Center is requesting bids for an upcoming project at 103 Sweet Avenue on Buffalo’s East Side. The project seeks to rehab the single family home so that it can be rented to a qualified household. Sealed bids are due Friday, October 2, 2020 at 3:00 pm delivered to 1081 Broadway Buffalo, NY 14212. Additional details and application to bid can be found on our Bid Opportunities page.


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Summer Camp Applications Now Available!

Summer Camp Alert! The Matt Urban Center’s Youth Department is now accepting applications for our Summer Camp! Our summer camp can help ensure your children stay on track academically, socially and emotionally by providing much needed resources! Social Emotional Coordinators and Certified Teachers are on staff with programming ready!

Applications are available online (due to questions required and formatting, cannot be completed with a cell phone) or stop by one of the locations below to pick up  to pick up an application. We look forward to seeing you!

– 129 Lewis Street between 8:00 am -4:00 pm, ring bell for service
– 1081 Broadway: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm, available in front lobby

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Now Accepting Applications for Essential Workers Summer Camp!

Are you an essential worker? Do you have children? If so, we may be able to help!

The Matt Urban Center’s Youth Program is proud to support our fellow Essential Workers and present our Essential Workers Summer Camp! Parents who are Essential Workers can choose from one of two camps that are available. We have enlisted some of the best teachers from the BPS district to help us provide high quality academic programming in each camp. As an added bonus, we have beefed up our enrichment activities! Your child will have tons of fun participating in our art, cooking, physical and STEM activities this summer.

We are currently accepting applications to both camps on a first come, first served basis, until filled or before the following deadlines: Camp I – Wednesday, July 1, 2020; Camp II – Wednesday, July 20, 2020

For more information, email Danyel Sease or Justin Larke or call (716)  893-7222 x401. We hope to see you soon! 

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Buffalonia 2019!

Join us for our fourth annual Buffalonia celebration at Buffalo Iron Works and party in support of a great cause!

The Matt Urban Center has been serving the East Side of Buffalo for over 40 years with the mission of providing programs that revitalize neighborhoods, serve families and change lives.
 
Buffalonia helps support our programs and initiatives that enhance the quality of life for all residents in our diverse community—from children through seniors, and homeowners to the homeless.
 
This year’s event will feature beer and wine, food, raffles, and live music by Tim Britt! Tickets are $30 and can be purchased online or in person at the Matt Urban Center (1081 Broadway) or Buffalo Iron Works (49 Illinois Street). Tickets will also be available at the door for $30.
 
 
 
Questions? Contact Sarah Maurer at smaurer@urbanctr.org or (716) 893-7222 x232.

Thank you to our generous event sponsors!