Second Annual “Over The Edge for The Arc Erie County”

This coming Friday, June 28, the second annual “Over The Edge for The Arc Erie County” fundraising event will take place in downtown Buffalo. The Arc Erie County New York – a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children and adults with disabilities and their families achieve the desired quality of life by creating opportunities through quality, comprehensive services, in collaboration with the Society of special events Over The Edge, will host the extreme on top of that event.

A total of 44 participants who each raised more than $2,000 in funds will have the opportunity to rappel down the Seneca One Tower, starting at 9 a.m. This year’s goal is to raise $145,000 to support Black Water Acres, a year-round farm in Alden, NY.

“I am immensely proud to see the dedication and passion of our community as we approach our second annual Over the Edge for The Arc Erie County fundraising event,” said Doug DiGesare, CEO of the Arc Erie County. New York. “Every participant who bravely rappels down the Seneca One Tower makes a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve, and I couldn’t be more excited to stand alongside them as we strive to reach new milestones. new steps together.

That same day, a Party in the Plaza event will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Seneca One Plaza, featuring music from local radio personality Kadie Daye, drinks from Undergrounds Coffee House & Roastery and food from Community Prevocational of Arc Erie. programs. Two-time National Lacrosse League champion and Buffalo Bandits player Chase Fraser will be at the event, having competed in the Over The Edge Challenge.

To learn more, visit www.arceriecounty.org.