Throughout the Month of May, the Buffalo City Mission is paying tribute to inspirational women through its "Honor The Remarkable Woman In Your Life" fundraiser.

By making a gift of $20 or more in honor of a special woman, contributors can provide life-changing recovery, shelter, and food to the many women and children served at Buffalo City Mission's Women and Children's Shelter, Cornerstone Manor.

"It takes remarkable strength and effort to turn a broken life around. Every day women come to Cornerstone looking to begin that journey. By honoring a special woman, people can provide hope and resources to another remarkable woman," said Dr. Lora Warkentin, director of Cornerstone Manor, Buffalo City Mission.

Once a donation is made, the honoree will receive an acknowledgement of the gift and the Mission will honor her on a special online billboard. People may make multiple donations.

"Giving isn't just limited to mom. That's what makes this fundraiser so special. Individuals can celebrate a teacher, co-worker, grandmother, or friend who has been there during a time of need," said Aubrey Calhoun, director of community relations, Buffalo City Mission. Our goal is to fill up our billboard with as many strong, successful, and courageous women as possible."

To give to the "Honor The Remarkable Woman In Your Life" fundraiser or view our honorees' name on the online billboard, please visit www.buffalocitymission.org.

The Buffalo City Mission, founded in 1917, is a not-for-profit organization that provides preventative, emergency and long-term recovery services to thousands of people who are homeless or impoverished. The Mission includes: Women and Children's Shelter (Cornerstone Manor); the Men's Center; the Mission Motors Vehicle Donation Program; and two thrift store locations to better serve our community. For more information, please visit www.buffalocitymission.org or 854-8181.