Private schools in WNY have thousands of empty seats, and with your help we can fill those seats now with qualified students who want a quality education. BISON is the solution for thousands of low-income families who want a better education for their children but can’t afford it.
Supporting BISON is a great investment – perhaps the best investment we can make in our community. Educated communities are healthier, more productive, and more stable. Buffalo’s future is dependent on our area’s young people. For this reason, we believe BISON’s mission is as important as ever.
Every BISON scholar attends a private school, which have relied heavily on character formation and the teaching of moral values to develop each child as a whole person.
Our BISON graduates are not only developing skills that will prepare them to be competitive in the global economy, they are also developing critical character traits that will help them persevere through difficult circumstances and become responsible citizens who will be good employees and wage earners.
Shania was able to attend Nardin Academy, where she thrived both academically and personally. BISON’s support allowed her to focus on her education while fully engaging in athletics, service, and leadership opportunities. As she graduates, Shaina does so motivated, confident, and prepared for the future, made possible through access to a school environment where she could fully flourish.
“We have been incredibly grateful for the opportunities that the BISON Scholarship Fund has afforded us! During extremely difficult times for our family, BISON ensured our children, including Elijah, could remain in the schools where they thrive. Because of the support, Elijah is now graduating from the Park School and has been accepted to multiple colleges. We are so thankful to all BISON donors for opening doors to his future.”
“I am writing to express our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible support the BISON Fund has provided to our son, Gianni, throughout his educational journey. Gianni has proudly attended St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute for the past four years. I reflect on the fantastic experiences he has had, including opportunities to participate in a variety of sports and excel academically, which have truly enriched his life. Gianni has proudly maintained his position on the Honor Roll for nearly all four years, which speaks volumes about his hard work. Thank you once again for everything you have done for Gianni and for all the students who benefit from the BISON Fund.”
“I wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for the support that the BISON Fund has provided to our daughter, Tessa. As a high school senior at Mount Saint Mary’s Academy, Tessa has excelled as an honor student and is eagerly looking forward to her graduation. Her experience at Mount Saint Mary’s School has played a crucial role in her academic and personal development, and we are immensely grateful for the opportunities the BISON Fund has afforded her since kindergarten. We cannot thank you enough for your support and dedication to helping students like Tessa achieve their goals.”
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BISON conducts annual surveys to measure the success and satisfaction of our current students. BISON’s 8th grade class of 2020 results earned over $450,000 in high school scholarship dollars to our area’s private high schools.
Our alumni surveys help measure the success of BISON graduates beyond 8th grade. BISON’s 8th grade graduating class of 2016 and high school class of 2020 results: