Agents for Advocacy

Agents for Advocacy has provided more than 2,000 meals to families in need. The Buffalo-based nonprofit addresses socioeconomic inequality and systemic racism through community projects, public engagement, and partnerships with local organizations. Its work includes holiday food distributions, toy donation and wrapping events, school supply distribution, and books about workplace racism. The organization also offers public speaking engagements led by Buffalo native Mark Talley, whose talks address systemic injustice and its effects on children, neighborhoods, and communities. Community projects include efforts to raise awareness and challenge policies and attitudes that perpetuate injustice. It reports more than 40 community projects and more than 230 volunteers, with initiatives focused on helping people access resources and opportunities.