16 | January/February 2023 | BAEC Bulletin FROM THE Erie County Bar Foundation
Happy New Year!
After a very challenging end to 2022, I hope that 2023 has started off on a positive note for everyone.
Over six months into my term as President of the Bar Foundation, I am continually humbled by the generosity and support that our foundation provides on a daily basis. We are unique in the country as a foundation for attorneys in need, supported by donations primarily from attorneys. As you know, John Richmond is the Chair of this year’s campaign. He is doing a stellar job as we are running about $10,000 ahead of last year. As wonderful as that is, our job is far from done. Over the last year, requests for help from the Foundation have greatly increased and this trend is no t slowing down . I encourage you all to give what you are able. Only through your support are we able to continue to help our colleagues in need. For those of you who are unaware, we help those who are ill, challenged by substance abuse disorder or have hit a rough patch and need some help getting back on track. We are also there to help the families of our colleagues, most often in closing up a practice, but in other ways as well. We truly are here for you and to help you navigate what life hands you. We are grateful for the assistance of Kevin Walsh who chairs the BAEC Professional Continuity Committee . Through our newly instituted Member Assistance Program (MAP), you have access to many services that will help you cope with and maneuver the stresses of a practice and of a personal life.
JEFFREY PRIORE President Erie County Bar Foundation
As always, any request for help is confidential whether it’s through the Foundation directly or reaching out to the MAP.
None of this would be possible without your donations. Your generous support is truly what the “City of Good Neighbors “ is all about.
Thank you and may this be a marvelous 2023 for all.
Jeffrey M. Priore President, ECBF
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