Help us celebrate the people and partnerships building the road home for individuals and families experiencing homelessness across Western New York!
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The Homeless Alliance of Western New York is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Bruncheon Awards, recognizing the individuals, organizations, and community partners whose dedication, collaboration, and advocacy are helping move our community toward solutions to ending homelessness across WNY.
From outstanding service and individual achievement to community advocacy and collaboration, these awards celebrate the people working to create meaningful change across our region. Nominations are open through Friday, November 6, 2026, so submit a nomination today and help us celebrate those making a lasting impact across Western New York!
The 2026 Bruncheon Awards feature five categories recognizing the individuals, organizations, and community partners making a meaningful impact in the fight to end homelessness across Western New York:
Monsignor Henry J. Gugino Organizational Service Award: Recognizes an organization or program demonstrating an outstanding commitment to serving people experiencing homelessness and strengthening our community’s response.
Killian Vetter Individual Achievement Award: Celebrates an individual whose exceptional dedication, leadership, and service have made a lasting difference in the lives of people experiencing homelessness.
Unsung Hero Award: Honors the individuals and groups whose behind-the-scenes efforts, compassion, and commitment make a difference every day, often without recognition.
Community Advocacy and Education Award: Recognizes individuals or organizations working to raise awareness, educate the community, and advocate for meaningful solutions to homelessness.
Continuum of Care (CoC) Collaboration Award: Celebrates individuals or organizations outside of CoC-funded programs whose partnership and collaboration help advance efforts to prevent and end homelessness.
Know someone whose work deserves recognition? Submit a nomination and help us celebrate the people and partnerships making a difference across Western New York.
The awards will be presented at the Homeless Alliance of Western New York’s Annual Bruncheon on Friday, December 11, 2026, at Samuel’s Grande Manor in Williamsville. Join us in celebrating the partnerships that help build the road home. Tickets, tables, and sponsorship opportunities are available now!
SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION TODAY