On behalf of Intersect Buffalo, thank you to everyone who joined us for our very first Town Hall Meeting. From community members to partners to constituents, your presence and your voices made this gathering meaningful and powerful.

This was more than just a meeting — it was an opportunity to listen, to share, and to begin shaping the Empowerment District together. We are grateful to every person who leaned in, asked questions, and offered ideas to help build the future of Buffalo’s East Side.

A special thank you goes to the incredible partners and leaders who spoke and shared their perspectives, including:

• Candace Moppins, Executive Director of the Delavan Grider Community Center

• Harvey Miles, Training Coordinator at Green Force

• Angie Davis Leveritte, President of the Northfolk Block Club

• Pastor James Giles:The Head of Personnel at Viridi, President and CEO of Back To Basics

Your leadership and commitment to community growth are essential to the vision we are building together.

We also extend our gratitude to our engaged board members who were present: Shomari Akil James, Trina Burruss, and Zeneta B. Everhart. Your dedication and leadership are helping to lay the foundation for a stronger, more connected Buffalo.

A special thank you to our Senior Advisor, Leecia Eve for attending and sharing insights as well.

This Town Hall was only the beginning. We believe the Empowerment District will only thrive if it is built with the voices and direction of the community. To continue this important dialogue, we invite you to complete our survey and share your thoughts, ideas, and feedback:
👉 Complete the Survey Here

Together, we are building more than programs; we are building legacy, equity, and opportunity for generations to come. Thank you for being part of this journey with us.