BUFFALO
NATION
IRS Designated 501 (c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
dedicated to "feeding" the herd!
YOUTH MENTORING + LIFE COACHING
FREE SERVICES for HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS, TEENS, and YOUNG ADULTS
specifically for first-generation college applicants, at-risk youth, independent & unaccompanied teens, and
those navigating tough life circumstances - or simply seeking confidence and direction.
one-on-one mentoring + life coaching
emergency food + essential supplies
boosting confidence and promoting success beyond high school
YOUTH MENTORING +
LIFE COACHING
At Buffalo Nation, every mentoring journey begins with a conversation. We meet each teen exactly where they are—emotionally, academically, and personally.
Through trust and active listening, we uncover their needs, hopes, and long-term goals. Together, we create a personalized action plan that’s rooted in their strengths and fueled by their dreams.
🎓 Explore college, trade school, and military paths
💰 Get help with FAFSA & scholarship applications
✏️ Prepare for GEDs, workforce training & certifications
💼 Build resumes & professional profiles
🎤 Learn life skills through volunteering & workshops
💻 Computer training and digital literacy
This program is called Student Success Services.
HIGH-IMPACT EVENTS
With a permanent location in Giddings, we can host high-impact, relationship-building events that create safe, fun spaces for teens to show up, be seen, have fun, and grow!
🍽 Community Meals
🎶 Music Nights
🏡 Block Parties
🏈 5th Quarter Hangouts
👔 Dress for Success Workshops
💃 Prom Dress & Suit Closet
🫖 Manners & Etiquette Sessions
🏆 Sports & Teambuilding Activities
🛠 Career Speaker Series
🎓 College & Career Readiness Events
🎖 Military Nights
Voices of Buffalo Nation
Straight from those who’ve found support, strength, and purpose through Buffalo Nation...
their words remind us why this work matters.
"Buffalo Nation has helped me find my path after high school, I honestly felt lost and confused but when someone I know introduced me, it was like a burden lifted off my shoulders. I've never felt so supported before."
"It's helped me when I was homeless and needed supplies."
"Buffalo Nation has helped change people's lives. The help and hope that is offered to all walks of life in many different ways is unbelievable."
"Help." "Helpful and honest." "Helpful." "A very helpful program, for people in need."
"Resourceful." "An incredible program." "An excellent resource."