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Funding a movement for Justice and Equity

The Crossroads Community Fund exists to empower frontline community leaders to stop the bad and build the new. Join us in building the relationships, resources, and resilience that Buffalo needs and deserves. View Current Grant Opportunities

Crossroads Coalition Announces Establishment of Crossroads Community Fund

Crossroads Coalition, a local collective of 10 grassroots organizations working toward a Just Transition in Buffalo, is proud to announce the establishment of Crossroads Community Fund that will directly benefit frontline communities in the City of Buffalo. Approximately a million a year will be distributed through three grant programs over the next 10 years.Grants will be available in three funding categories: a People’s Fund that offers mutual-aid style direct support to residents for crisis response and emergency assistance; a DownRoot Fund to build capacity for nonprofit organizations, emerging cooperatives, small businesses, and arts organizations led by historically marginalized and divested individuals; and a Power Up Fund to promote civic literacy. More About Crossroads Community Fund

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Addressing Inequality and Environmental Justice

We focus on tackling structural racism, economic inequality, sustainable development and environmental degradation. By mobilizing communities and advocating for systemic change, we are working to dismantle the failures of the corporate-led, extractive economy. Together, we can create a future where all communities thrive and lead the way to a fairer, more sustainable world.

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Your support can help us achieve a just and sustainable future. Join us in dismantling the extractive economy and building a regenerative community economy. Make a Gift to Crossroads Community Fund

Tackling Structural Racism and Economic Inequality

Racial and economic justice form the backbone of our work. We engage directly with
communities disproportionately impacted by poverty, redlining, and environmental neglect.

  • Community Empowerment: We partner with local organizations to train and empower residents to advocate for fair housing, access to green spaces, and equitable resource distribution.
  • Policy Advocacy: We work with policymakers to reform zoning, public investment, and
    labor practices that perpetuate inequality.
  • Economic Opportunity: Through our sustainable development programs, we promote
    fair wages, green jobs, and inclusive growth that benefits-not exploits-marginalized
    communities.