Welcome to "A New stART"

"A New stART" is an annual juried art show and silent auction to benefit The Family Justice Center of Erie County featuring the presentations of The Buffalo News Founders Award and the Susan Still Profile In Courage Award. Guests will enjoy hors d'oeuvres, a wine tasting and the music of Casperous Vine in one of Buffalo’s most unique settings! Advanced Ticket Sales Only... Click here to purchase now!

Annual Juried Show

The Family Justice Center of Erie County and Artspace Buffalo invited artists to participate in an art auction for the benefit of the Family Justice Center of Erie County. The auction will be held during "A New stART" on October 28, 2008 and as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Proceeds from the auction will be split 50-50 with the artists. Click here to buy tickets now!

Founders Award

Given to one or more individuals or organizations who have demonstrated innovation in the creation and delivery of services to victims of domestic/intimate partner violence and their families and/or who have demonstrated innovation in the creation and delivery of education/outreach programs on this issue. The services and/or programs must have been delivered in Erie County.

Susan Still Profile In Courage Award

Given annually to one Erie County resident who has dedicated his/her career to serving and advocating for victims of domestic/intimate partner violence and their families. The individual’s service may include professional and/or volunteer experience. The individual will have demonstrated uncommon courage, tenacity, and compassion over a lifetime of exemplary service to victims of domestic violence.

Award Presentations

Both awards will be presented at "A New stART" on October 28, 2008 and as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Please join us... click here to buy tickets now.