WNY Lacrosse Foundation
About
WNY Lacrosse Foundation
Buffalo nonprofit founded to remove financial barriers to lacrosse for kids across Western New York. The Foundation runs Buffalo Youth Lacrosse Club plus the Cheektowaga Learn to Lax program, both with no-cost participation for families that need it.
Kids Lacrosse Programs
Year-round lacrosse for kids who would otherwise miss the sport. Programs include:
- Buffalo Youth Lacrosse Club for boys and girls 1st-8th grade
- Cheektowaga Learn to Lax beginner clinics
- Summer camps and skill clinics
- Club teams for travel competition
What's Included
- Equipment loan program for families that need it
- Volunteer coaches with playing backgrounds
- Scholarships for registration fees
- Mentor model that pairs older players with beginners
Experience
Mission-driven program that prioritizes access and sportsmanship over the pay-to-play travel club model. Suitable for first-time lacrosse families and for kids whose schools don't yet have a lacrosse program.