I heard about the devastating fire at the Albany Damien Center’s South Lake Avenue headquarters. How terrible. This isn’t what the Damien Center needs right now. They exist for the simple goal of assisting those who have been stricken with HIV and its complications. No judgments, no sermons. Just a helping hand.
Last year, I was honored to donate my first Dream Window, The Dream Window of Kenwood Avenue, to the Damien Center’s “Art for AIDS’ Sake” auction.
Even before the fire, however, I made a decision to help the Damien Center by donating one of my Dream Windows – in this case, Dream Window 6: The Beacon – for their “Art for AIDS’ Sake” auction.
That’s right. Dream Window 6, the centerpiece of my “A Dream in the Dash” art show earlier this year, will find a new home to the highest bidder at the Damien Center’s upcoming auction. Look. This is the kind of artwork that belongs in an appreciative person’s home. And if it helps generate some funds for the Damien Center… then so be it.
I’m in communications with the Damien Center officials, and as soon as some paperwork is completed, this little artwork – well, if you consider a 36×36 artwork “little” – could be yours.
And you know you want it.
Just sayin’ is all.
Chuck The Writer 
Chuck… that is so generous. I am on the Board of Directors at the Damien Center and we are all overwhelmed by the generosity of people like you in the wake of this disaster. We have been providing a second home for many who have been isolated by HIV/AIDS. We will find or build a new home here in Albany. Again, thanks to you and thanks to all who support this incredible agency.
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You’re a good man, Chuck Miller.
I hope it fetches a bundle…!
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That’s terrific, Chuck. This is a devastating loss. We can only be grateful there were no injuries or loss of life. The Pride Center is putting together a benefit, next Sunday, I think. You might want to touch bases w/Curran Street at the Pride Center, (cstreet@capitalpridecenter.org)
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Chuck – your generousity, compassion, and artistic talent is so appreciated by myself and everyone at the Albany Damien Center. With your help – and the help of our community – we will be stronger than the fire, greater than AIDS, and able to continue helping people living with HIV, often when they need us the most.
Sincerely – Perry Junjulas
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