The East Side Vision for Growth Project is a community-driven planning initiative focused on advancing equitable development, economic opportunity, and neighborhood revitalization across Buffalo’s East Side. Centered on resident voices and local leadership, the project brings together community stakeholders, institutions, and partners to identify priorities, strengthen neighborhood assets, and shape a shared vision for long-term growth.

Through inclusive engagement, data-informed planning, and collaborative workshops, the project supports strategies that promote housing stability, small business development, workforce pathways, and improved quality of life—while honoring the East Side’s history, culture, and identity. The Vision for Growth serves as a roadmap to guide future investment, policy decisions, and partnerships that benefit current residents and ensure sustainable, community-centered growth.