Buffalo
ReUse , begun on 2007, is a not-for-profit organization that does community work throughout Erie
County. The
organization does work in environmental and educational fields and is volunteer
run. Since its
inception, Buffalo ReUse has saved tons of materials from landfills and
conducted educational programs for both children and adults in hopes of making
them aware of environmentally sound practices.
“We
offer free workshops on do-it-yourself projects, have planted hundreds of trees
[and] worked with buffalo public school children who painted murals
on boards, which we used to board up vacant homes in close
proximity to schools,” founding board member, Michele Johnson said. “We take great pride in being very
active in the community and teaching residents about gardening, composting
and recycling.” ReUse has also
“worked with children via the summer youth program and run a salvaged materials
store,” according to Johnson. The
combination of all of these things truly makes Buffalo ReUse a unique
organization.
The
organization is now seeking new board members who will
serve a two-year term, with the possibility of a second term. The terms are normally limited to two to really
keep the organization going with new and fresh ideas and give everyone a chance
to get as involved and contribute as much as they so choose. Board members are responsible to attend
one board meeting a month to keep new and active ideas flowing. They also participate in one of the
committees of their choice. In
other words, they are looking for board members who are “creative, community
minded and love making a difference.”
Although
serving on the board of directors is limited to two terms, all of the former
board members remain involved in some way, shape or form after having such
wonderful experiences through the organization, why would you want to
leave? “We guarantee you will
learn something new and meet some great people too,” Johnson said.
Buffalo
ReUse is also seeking new committee members, who get involved
to successfully carry out their objectives of the both the committee and the
organization.
“As
a founding board member I can tell you that my work with Buffalo ReUse has not
only been exciting but extremely rewarding,” Johnson said. There is much to get out of this
organization through giving back to the community. With much to be learned, and much to do, why not get
involved?
For
those interested in becoming a board member, submit a resume and cover letter with highlighted areas of interest and relevant
experience to Stephanie Simeon, Board President, at Stephanie.simeon@gmail.com by Monday, June 8th.