Support ESS In 2026
East Side Stewards is excited to advance our organization’s mission of catalyzing community-led revitalization on the East Side of Buffalo, NY. Your support will help us expand our impact, deliver essential education and resources, and turn neglected lots into vibrant, thriving community hubs.
WE’VE RAISED
$2,903.16 / $10,000 - 29%
With your help, we plan to raise funds for:
$3,000 – Garden & Farm Infrastructure
Raised beds, soil, compost systems, greenhouse repairs, lighting upgrades, irrigation lines, and seasonal maintenance supplies
$2,500 – Youth Programs & Stipends
Curriculum materials, field tools, workshop supplies, food, transportation support, and participant stipends
$2,000 – Equipment & Durable Assets
Tool storage buildout, workstations, wash and prep station, compost bins, signage, and micro solar setup
$1,500 – Organizational Stability
Insurance coverage, accounting systems, website upgrades, compliance filings, and cooperative development support
$1,000 – Land Acquisition & Site Control
Lot deposits, surveys, legal fees, title searches, and long-term site security planning
2026 Operating Budget
Program Revenue: $2,680.00
Co-Founder Investment: $2,073.00
Grants: $8,500.00
Donations: $830.16
2025 Operating Budget
Program Revenue: $24,005.00
Co-Founder Investment: $8,935.00
Grants: $2,500.00
Donations: $531.48
A Special Thanks To Our Funders
Erie County, NY / District 2
Legislator Taisha St. Jean Tard