Cradle Beach

Cradle Beach unites individuals and families, with a focus on empowering children with special needs and the underserved to become their best selves. We create opportunities for life-changing experiences in a safe and inclusive environment.

Where Children’s Spirits Soar

Work With Us

Project S.O.A.R.

On a daily basis we bring mentoring, tutoring and academic support program to 230 children in four Buffalo Public Schools. Learn More

Summer Camp

We provide a healthy environment and organized activities in an atmosphere of love and acceptance. 2020 Summer Camp Dates & Camp Applications are now available. Learn More

Living Classrooms

Living Classrooms serves children ages 5-18 to provide informal Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) focused programming. Learn More

Respite Weekends

Our staff provides a fun filled weekend getaway for individuals with special needs. Respite weekends are offered in the Fall and Spring. 2020 Respite Dates & Applications are now available. Learn More

Our Vision

A community where everyone’s abilities are limited only by their dreams.

Our Core Values

We uphold these core values in our own work; they represent what we believe in, what we stand for, and how we approach everything we do.

Inclusion

In 1888, Cradle Beach created an environment where “every child, even the most small and deprived, has importance and dignity.” We continue to expand this ideal of inclusion, which remains our brand.

Integrity

We promise honesty, fairness, and the utmost ethical behavior to our coworkers, to our community, and to those we serve.

Adaptability

We respond to the ever-changing needs of our community through organizational learning and continuous improvement.

Respect

We are united by compassion and cooperation.

Safety

Families trust us. Everyone is secure and safe.

Team

Cradle Beach brings people together. We know and value each other’s gifts and differences.