24/7 Central Referral Service for WNY Veterans & Military Families
WNYVets is an online referral service that connects WNY Veterans and military families to a range of diverse local resources through this dedicated website.
When needed, immediate help is available through proven 24/7 resources, both local and national:
Veterans Crisis Line
1-800-273-8255
Crisis Services
(716) 834-3131
211 WNY
1-888-696-9211
WHO WE ARE
WNYVets is led by an advisory team of local experts on the needs of WNY Veterans & Military Families, including the VA Medical Center, government partners, community resource specialists and Veterans active in the community.
Funding is provided by the Buffalo Blues/Blues4Vets non-profit music campaign, recognized by the US Congress in 2021 for its research and fundraising efforts.
Supporters and sponsors are invited to get involved.
News & Events
Event held by veterans organization raises funds for WNY Gold Star Mothers
WGRZ.com | WNYVets.org is an online referral service that connects local veterans and military families to a range of diverse local resources.
What’s Next? Meeting the Needs of East Side Veterans
Bob James, team leader for WNY Vets, and former service members Edwin Gadson and Marlene Roll join Jay Moran to discuss the findings of the East Buffalo Veterans Study, a years-long campaign designed to highlight the needs of Buffalo veterans who may not know about the services available to them, or how to find them.
McVAN’S Song Project merges Music, WNY History, Student Mentoring, and Risk Prevention
Buffalo Rising | The McVAN’S Song Project merges art & music, WNY history, student mentoring, and risk prevention—delivered through education, social media, and community events.