Scholarship and Community

Cellino & Barnes believes that to be a real leader, our actions must extend beyond the courtroom. Cellino & Barnes takes pride in supporting charitable organizations throughout Western New York and helping others achieve their own success. For years, Cellino & Barnes attorneys and staff have contributed their time and money to helping make Western New York a wonderful place to live.

Buffalo Sabres Favorite Goal Contest. Cellino & Barnes and the Buffalo Sabres have teamed up again to bring you a season-long tournament to determine the best goal in Sabres history. Learn more.

College Scholarship Program - In 2004, Cellino & Barnes began an annual $100,000 college scholarship fund. This scholarship fund awarded $1,000 to 100 deserving students who live in the 20 counties surrounding Western New York.

Classroom Scholarship Program.  For a number of years, during the Buffalo Bills regular season, Cellino & Barnes would select ten classrooms (each week) to receive cash awards of $250 to be used for classroom supplies.

New York Islanders Veteran Recognition.  As part of a season long promotion, the Islanders, Cellino & Barnes and Adelphi University recognize local military personnel who have served overseas protecting America and representing all Long Islanders. Read more.

WNY Volunteer Firemen's Convention. Once again, Cellino & Barnes attorneys and staff attended the WNY Volunteer Firemen's Convention, where we cooked hot dogs and served drinks to our firefighters.  We once again want to thank you for keeping our communities safe. See Photos

Juvenile Diabetes - Cellino & Barnes has partnered with Derek Roy to help support the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.   Learn More

Our Troops - Cellino & Barnes is honored to give to our soldiers, and we want them to know how very proud we are of their commitment to protecting this country. Steve Barnes was a captain in the Marine Corps during the Gulf War and understands personally the sacrifices our men and women in uniform face every day. In addition to Mr. Barnes, many of our attorneys have served in the military, some of which are active in the Reserves. We are committed and honored to helping soldiers, and their family, in time of need.

Marine Corps Toys for Tots - Cellino & Barnes was proud to donate to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots drive. The Marine Corps fulfills the Christmas holiday dreams of millions of needy children each year. To learn more, click on Marine Corps Toys for Tots.

2007 Ride for a Wish - Cellino & Barnes partnered with The Red Knights NY21 to present the 2007 Ride for a Wish Motorcycle Event Calendar. 100% of the proceeds raised by the sale of this calendar went directly to Make-A-Wish. To learn more about the Red Knights, click on Red Knights NY21.

Buffalo Firefighter Guardian Foundation - Fit for Fire 5K Run/Walk - Cellino & Barnes was proud to donate to the Buffalo Firefighter Guardian Foundation. This foundation was established to help firefighters and their families in the event of an on-the-job injury or crisis.

Volunteer Lawyers Project - The Volunteer Lawyers Project was created to provide free legal services for those who cannot afford to pay for it themselves. Cellino & Barnes is proud to support this project.  To learn more about The Volunteer Lawyers Project, visit Volunteer Lawyer's Project.

In addition to those organizations listed above, Cellino & Barnes has given and continues to give to numerous organizations and charities throughout Western New York.

Acquinas Varsity Cheerleaders
All Babies Cherished
American Cancer Society
Baker Victory Nite
Boy Scouts
Buffalo Firefighter Guardian Foundation
Buffalo Niagara Youth Chorus
Buffalo Police Benevolent Association
Catholic Charities
Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office
Child and Family Services Heartlight Gala
Clarence Travel Baseball
Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
Community Foundation for Greater South Asia Earthquake Relief
Elmwood Franklin School
Erie County Aid to Indigent Prisoners
Family and Friends of Brian Bauer
Franciscan Center
Headway of Western New York
Heritage-Oak Foundation
Jared Wright Specials Needs Trust Fund
Kashmiri-American Council
Lawyer's Fund for Client Protection
Legal Services for the Elderly
LFL, Inc.
Lisa's Legacy
Make-A-Wish Foundation of WNY
Marine Appreciation Day
Martin Violanti Family Fund
Melanie O'Donnell Memorial Scholarship
Minnie Gadsden - Miss Team America
Monroe County Bar Center for Education
National MS Society
New Apostolic Church
Parkinson's Association
Phoenix Frontier TBI Center
PR Parade of WNY
Randolph Lions Club
Ride for Roswell
School of Holy Childhood
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The Destroyer Team USA
The Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo
Tri-Street Block Association
Underdog Memorial Scholarship
University of Buffalo Foundation
Variety Club Telethon
War Kids Relief
West Seneca Kiwanis Club
Williamsville East High School
WNY Chapter of the Women's Bar Association
YMCA Invest in Youth
YMCA Strong Kids