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SAVE UR NEIGHBORHOOD

"IGNITING CHANGE FOR A BRIGHTER TOMORROW."

With our organization’s mission always in mind, we strive to find new ways to provide more than basic needs for the underserved youth in our neighborhoods. Giving is something that we take very seriously, and our team is working each and every day to make a positive impact. Contact us to learn more about our commitment to this cause in helping others.

The Gift Of  Giving

Our Core Initiatives

 

WHO WE ARE

Candles In The S.U.N. (Save Ur Neighborhood) knows that our strength lies not only in the words we stand by, but most importantly through the actions of our initiatives through education, mentorship and co-curricular activities.

 

Our Non-Profit Organization realized that by uniting together we can advance our communities and overcome the challenges faced by families and youth in intercity neighborhoods. It is important to uplift ur neighbor and shine ur light by being a blessing.

 

The passion for advancing communities is why we decided to launch Candles In The S.U.N.

Join us as we Save Ur Neighborhood 🏁 

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"Igniting change for a brighter tomorrow."

Independent Health Red Shirt Program

It's something special about working with people who genuinely care. It’s what you get with the RedShirt® Treatment. We're here to help answer your questions, quickly access benefit information, find providers and help you get and stay healthy. No hassle, just support when you need it most. With so many Reasons to RedShirt, it’s easy to see why our members are happy to be with Independent Health.

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THE GIFT OF GIVING

With our organization’s mission always in mind, we strive to find new ways to provide more than basic needs for the underserved youth in our neighborhoods. Giving is something that we take very seriously, and our team is working each and every day to make a positive impact. Contact us to learn more about our commitment to this cause.

CO- CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

At Candles In The S.U.N., we are dedicated to stepping up our efforts in creating learning experiences, programs and activities for families and the youth to enjoy. Expanding the mind and stepping outside of your comfort zone is by no means an easy feat, but through cooperation and community empowerment we believe we can facilitate progress in this area. We are always striving to make a difference, and invite you to learn more and lend your support.

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CO- CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

At Candles In The S.U.N., we are dedicated to stepping up our efforts in creating learning experiences, programs and activities for families and the youth to enjoy. Expanding the mind and stepping outside of your comfort zone is by no means an easy feat, but through cooperation and community empowerment we believe we can facilitate progress in this area. We are always striving to make a difference, and invite you to learn more and lend your support.

Mentorship

With this initiative, our goal is to promote great opportunities for those in need. With access to the right resources, people can become empowered by their own abilities and gain the confidence to fulfill their potential. Learn more about our work by getting in touch with our team today.

Healing Circles

Our unique circles have been successful at impacting youth of all ages and backgrounds. Heroes hosting circles, are there to be presently impactful, while providing a space to be seen and heard. Please check out the trailer below, from our third through eighth grade circles where we discussed their thoughts and feelings on the Buffalo mass shooting. 

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Providing Food, Resources, and Mental Wellness Support

Holidays with the Heroes, we decided to focus on providing meals more so than toys, because how cool is a toy on an empty stomach? With the help of our sponsors, The Neighborhood Heroes delivered more than 250 meals to Buffalo Public School families Christmas Day. 
After feeding the families, we went to visit our friends at the NFTA Bus Station to distribute the remaining meals!

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Heroes Kitchen

Offering youth an opportunity to experience the culinary world like never before! In collaboration with Delaware North and Snob Sweets, Jr Hero Chefs will spend 8 weeks preparing dishes in Key Bank Center's commercial kitchen!

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Independent Health Redshirt Treatment 

It's something special about working with people who genuinely care. It’s what you get with the RedShirt® Treatment. We're here to help answer your questions, quickly access benefit information, find providers and help you get and stay healthy. No hassle, just support when you need it most. With so many Reasons to RedShirt, it’s easy to see why our members are happy to be with Independent Health.

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    Buffalo, NY
    Date and time is TBD
    Buffalo, NY
    Our annual Black Tie Fundraiser is a remarkable event held each year to provide cold-weather essentials to local residents that may be in need! Following our diligent search and rescue efforts during the historically tragic winter storm of 2022, The Heroes understood we had to do our part to support
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    Date and time is TBD
    Buffalo, NY
    The Heroes took to the streets of Lackawanna, providing more than 200 lunches to local residents! The S.U.N Bags contained a sandwich, a bottle of water, chips, fruit and a mask. The fight against hunger doesn't stop, and neither do the Heroes! 🏁
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    Sportsplex
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    Sportsplex, Buffalo,NY
    Join The Heroes for our FREE developmental sessions each and every Saturday, at Sportsplex!

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