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Ways To Get Involved!

Reveal. Affirm. Restore. Empower.

At The RARE Place, Inc., we believe that every person and every business has a blueprint worth building on.
Whether you’re a community leader, business owner, or someone who simply believes in the power of equity and collaboration — there’s a place for you here.

Partner or Volunteer

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We’re always looking for partners, mentors, and volunteers who want to help advance equity, entrepreneurship, and opportunity in our communities.

Whether you’re a company looking to collaborate or an individual ready to pour into others — your time, talent, and expertise can make a real impact.

Ways to Partner or Volunteer:

  • Sponsor or co-facilitate a Capacity Building Bootcamp

  • Mentor small business owners or youth in our RARE Jewels program

  • Provide resources, expertise, or funding for MWBE and workforce initiatives

  • Host a workshop, tour, or professional development session

Donate or Sponsor

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Every dollar given to

The RARE Place, Inc. helps us continue the work — from workforce development and youth programs to small business training and community engagement.
Your donation directly supports:

  • Entrepreneurship education for underserved populations

  • Job readiness and reentry programs

  • Youth mentorship through RARE Jewels

  • Capacity building for MWBEs and veteran-owned firms

Share Your Story 

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Your story is the blueprint and it deserves to be shared.
Blueprint The Culture is our storytelling platform that highlights the people, projects, and purpose driving change in business and community.

 

Want your business featured?
Share your name, company, and a short description of what makes your work stand out.

✨ We’ll schedule to interview with you and help amplify your story across our website, media partners, and social channels.

Partner, Volunteer, or Mentor With

The RARE Place, Inc.

Thank you for your interest in supporting The RARE Place, Inc.We’re excited to connect with leaders, businesses, and individuals who are passionate about building capacity, capital, and community in Western New York and beyond.


Please complete the form below, and our team will follow up to learn more about how we can collaborate

Area of Interest (select all that apply)
What area(s) of our work most align with your interests?
How often would you like to participate?
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