About Parent Network of WNY

Who We Are

Parent Network of WNY is a not-for-profit agency that provides education and resources for families of individuals with special needs (birth through adulthood) and for professionals.

Parent Network of WNY provides 1-on-1 Support and education through resources, workshops, and support groups to assist families of individuals with disabilities to understand their disability and navigate the support service system.

The majority of Parent Network of WNY’s staff and board members are parents of children with disabilities, which provides a unique perspective, personal experience, and empathy to the families we reach. Since the reorganization in 2001, Parent Network of WNY has served around 10,000 people a year.

More About Parent Network of WNY

Parent Network is designated as a Technical Assistance Parent Center by New York State Department of Education and receives funding from several sources.

Parent Network is a National Community Parent Resource Center (CPRC) funded by the U.S. Department of Education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). 

Parent Network of WNY partners with many organizations locally and nationally. For more information on our partners, please visit Parent Network of WNY Partnerships.

Parent Network of WNY is a not for profit, charitable organization (formed under Section 501(c)3 of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code). Donations to Parent Network are tax-deductible as charitable contributions for US federal income tax purposes. There are no donation limits or restrictions on contributions to Parent Network.

Parent Network of WNY General Fact Sheet