Buffalo is celebrating two significant wins this week that promise to strengthen the community for years to come — a $6 million state grant for a brand-new park in the Larkin District and a $300,000 private foundation grant to keep the Boys & Girls Clubs of Buffalo thriving.
Governor Hochul announced that Buffalo will receive $6 million in state funding for the Millrace Park construction project in the city’s historic Larkin District. The investment will transform the area with a new public green space, giving residents of that neighborhood a welcoming place to gather, play, and enjoy the outdoors. It’s the kind of concrete, community-centered improvement that can anchor a neighborhood’s revitalization for generations.
And the good news doesn’t stop there. On the same day, the KeyBank Foundation stepped up with a $300,000 grant to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Buffalo. The grant comes at a critical time, helping the organization bridge a gap left by federal funding cuts and ensuring that Buffalo’s young people continue to have access to the programs and safe spaces the Clubs provide. The Boys & Girls Clubs have long served as a cornerstone of youth development across the city, offering after-school activities, mentorship, and a sense of belonging to thousands of children and teens.
Together, these two investments reflect a community that is actively investing in its future — from the ground up. Whether it’s a new park where families can come together or a youth center where kids can grow and thrive, Buffalo is showing that its neighborhoods matter and that its youngest residents deserve the very best.
With Millrace Park on the horizon and the Boys & Girls Clubs fully funded to continue their mission, there’s plenty of reason for Buffalo residents to feel optimistic about what’s ahead.
