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About Sickle Cell Warriors of Buffalo
Have A For Sickle Cell
Mission
To improve the quality of life for individuals and families living with sickle cell disease.
Vision
To serve the sickle cell community and provide access to better care, resources, and services.
Our Story
The Sickle Cell Warriors of Buffalo inc. (SCWB) was developed in August 2022 by a group of individuals from the Buffalo community. We are dedicated to helping create healthy living conditions for people and families living with sickle cell disease.
SCWB is a nonprofit 501c3 organized and operate exclusively for the purpose of educational, charitable, and services that benefit the Sickle Cell community of Buffalo and WNY.
Employer ID number:
92-0835348
Meet the Team
Juanita McClain
President
President of the Sickle Cell warriors of Buffalo. Juanita is also a warrior who has fought lifelong battles with the disease. She is an Educator and a self-published author of three books based on her experiences of living with SCD.
" Over the years, I have used my experiences as a tool to educate myself and others, and to advocate for a community that deserves greater access to healthcare and resources."
Jason R. Moore
Vice President
"I proudly wave my flag for Sickle Beta-Thalassemia as I battle, advocate, laugh, cry, empathize, council and march alongside our community.
We put our best foot forward in pursuit of access to better healthcare, equity, and collaboration to improve the quality of life for our Sickle Cell communities across populations for NYS and globally. SCWB recognizes sickle cell as the "most common inherited disease in the world."
Advisory Board
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Metrice Jenkins
Board Advisor
My mission is to support and educate families with sickle cell, assist with community education and support the organization.
Mariah Williams
Secreteray
Born in Buffalo, I am finding the gaps of care in our healthcare system through personal experiences with Sickle Cell. I learned to find strength and purpose in advocating for myself. Determined to help improve quality life for myself and Sickle Cell Warriors alike. We all are walking testimonies and deserve more because
Health truly is Wealth!
Melaney Agahiu
Executive Director
Melaney, a caregiver and advocate.
Seraphine Sargent
Board member
Dr. Seraphine U Sargent was born and raised in the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Kivu Province. Women were never given the same opportunities regarding education and leadership
roles as men. Dr. Sargent graduated with a bachelor's degree in Health and Wellness and a master's in public administration from Buffalo State College. In addition, Dr. Sargent earned a Doctor of Education (EdD) in Health Administration and Public Health from D'Youville University. She published her first article called: "Sickle Cell Care Transition Experiences."
Dr. Sargent also co-founded SCWB.
Highlights of the impact and fundraising success of
Sickle Cell Warriors of Buffalo in 2025:
🧩 2025 Growth Metrics
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6 new partners
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\$8,000 raised
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\$1,000 toward scholarships
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5 community events
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5 new support group members
💰 August 2025 Fundraiser Results
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CIAO & SCWB Fundraiser (Aug 9): \$210
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Family Night Out (Aug 16): \$107
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7th Annual Walk: \$4,900 (including sponsorships & donations)
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SCWB Magazine (2nd Edition): \$1,814
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