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You can be the reason someone gets their second chance.
Because the person everyone else depends on deserves people to depend on, too.
Savant has always been a leader. So when Empower Youth first came into his life, he assumed he would be there to help other kids.
He didn’t expect Theresa.
His Youth Coordinator kept showing up at his school, building trust one visit at a time. Eventually Savant began reaching out himself—coming to Peaceprints, participating in groups and opportunities, and accepting support with school, employment, identification, advocacy, and the future he was already working toward.
"You are teaching me how to use my voice and using it the right way."
Peaceprints didn’t give Savant his intelligence, determination, family, or leadership. Those were already his. We helped make sure he had people beside him when he needed them.
That same approach guides our work with thousands of adults, teens, and families across Western New York. Whether someone needs help returning home after incarceration, staying engaged in school, finding employment or housing, accessing food, or simply navigating the next barrier in front of them, we start with the person—not a one-size-fits-all solution.
Savant successfully completed Empower Youth this past March. Today, he remains connected through our Youth Leadership Team, supporting younger participants while continuing to build his own future.
“Because everybody deserves a second chance. Peaceprints gives people that second chance.”
Your gift helps us keep showing up.
For questions or for more information, contact Christian Holdridge, Director of Development at [email protected] or call (716)705.2605
