CBRE|Buffalo earns Corp. Responsibility Award

CBRE|Buffalo was awarded the Corporate Responsibility Award from Greater Buffalo BOMA at its monthly meeting September 18th. CBRE|Buffalo is a market leader in commercial real estate in Western New York and prides itself on being a leader in charitable service to the Western New York community, said V. Jeffrey LiPuma, managing partner. "We know how long of a process commercial real estate can sometimes be, but giving back to your community, whether it's volunteering your time or donating to a worthy cause, creates meaningful change quickly," he said. "We are honored that Greater Buffalo BOMA would select us for this award." CBRE|Buffalo brought CBRE's Birthday Cakes for Homeless Children Program to Western New York. Currently, CBRE|Buffalo sponsors Cornerstone Manor Shelter. Each month a CBRE|Buffalo employee delivers a birthday cake to each child having a birthday at the shelter. Since 2006, CBRE|Buffalo has provided nearly 300 cakes to children, making their birthdays a little brighter. This year CBRE|Buffalo committed to being a Future Leader with the Great Futures Society with Boys and Girls Club of Buffalo, providing $1,000 per year for the next five years. CBRE|Buffalo has also been a major sponsor for events held by Boys and Girls Club of Buffalo, Southeast Works and Buffalo Prep. CBRE|Buffalo is a regular donator to charitable organizations across Western New York, including Ronald McDonald House, Wings Flight of Hope, Compass House, Catholic Charities, Suneel's Light, Hospice and others. Additionally, CBRE|Buffalo employees have volunteered hands-on time for Habitat for Humanity, March of Dimes, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie County, and the SPCA Dog Walk.