It's thanks to YOU—our incredible Fellows! The Texas Bar Foundation has awarded $871,270 in grants to 70 nonprofits during the Fall 2024 cycle. Once again, your generosity is driving real change, expanding access to justice, and strengthening the rule of law for Texans across the state!
Texas Bar Foundation
Non-profit Organizations
Austin, Texas 1,461 followers
Providing Opportunities, Protecting Justice.
About us
The Texas Bar Foundation has awarded more than $27 million in grants to charitable organizations across Texas since its inception in 1965. The Texas Bar Foundation provides grant funding to enhance the rule of law and the system of justice in Texas, especially for programs that relate to legal assistance for the underserved, the administration of justice, ethics in the legal profession, the encouragement of legal research, publications and forums, and education of the third branch of government. Grants are made possible by the generosity of Fellows and charitable gifts from individuals and law firms across the state. The Texas Bar Foundation and its members are committed to our mission…Advancing Justice in Texas…by providing opportunities to support the rule of law in Texas. The Texas Bar Foundation is the largest charitably funded bar foundation in the nation. Membership is comprised of 1/3 of 1% of licensed Texas attorneys. The Foundation's members are nominated because of their dedication to the law and to the cause of justice and high professional standing among his or her peers.
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- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Austin, Texas
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1965
Locations
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Primary
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515 Congress Ave
Ste. 1755
Austin, Texas 78701, US
Employees at Texas Bar Foundation
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Jason Smith
Attorney and LegalTech Nerd | 2017 Fastcase50 | Pro Bono, LegalOps, CLM & AI Champion | Start-up Advisor | Past Chair, SBOT Corporate Counsel Section…
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Diana Palchik
business/IP lawyer, advisor, mentor
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Jordan Cowman
Global Co-Chair, International Employment, Immigration and Workforce Strategy @ Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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Elisabeth Earle
Presiding Judge, County Court at Law Judges
Updates
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Celebrating Our Board of Trustees We're proud to showcase Kristal Thomson, an incredible trustee whose contributions we are grateful to have. We asked Kristal to share what the Foundation means to her and why she remains dedicated to enhancing its mission. Thank you, Kristal!
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Thank you to our 2024-2025 District 4 Nominating Chairs, Laura Gibson, Michael K. Oldham, Aamir Siddik, and Walter Simons! The leadership and support of our District Nominating Chairs helps the Foundation achieve our goals and further our mission. We are so grateful! Fellows, if you have a colleague in mind who would make a great addition, connect with your District Nominating Chair. For more information, please visit txbf.org
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Celebrating Our Board of Trustees We’re thrilled to highlight Andy Tindel, an outstanding Trustee whose continued dedication to the Texas Bar Foundation is remarkable. We asked Andy to share what the Foundation means to him and why he remains devoted to furthering its mission. Thank you, Andy!
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It’s time to shine a spotlight on your colleagues and mentors who are making a difference! Nominations for the 2025 Lola Wright Foundation Award are open! This award is presented to an attorney in recognition of outstanding public service in advancing and enhancing legal ethics in Texas. Submit your nominations by January 15, 2025. Visit txbf.org/nominate for details and the nomination form. Award recipients will be honored at our Annual Dinner on Friday, June 20, 2025, in San Antonio.
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Thank you to our 2024-2025 District 3 Nominating Chairs, Christy Amuny and Judge Courtney Arkeen. The leadership and support of our District Nominating Chairs helps the Foundation achieve our goals and further our mission. We are so grateful! Fellows, if you have a colleague in mind who would make a great addition, connect with your District Nominating Chair. For more information, please visit txbf.org
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Celebrating Our Board of Trustees We’re excited to feature Cori Harbour, one of our exceptional Trustees, whose passion for the Texas Bar Foundation inspires us all. We asked Cori to reflect on what the Foundation means to her and why she remains dedicated to advancing its mission. Thank you, Cori!
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Thank you to our 2024-2025 District 2 Nominating Chairs, Leigh Hunt Goodson JD, LLM, and Kristen Senkyr! The leadership and support of our District Nominating Chairs helps the Foundation achieve our goals and further our mission. We are so grateful! Fellows, if you have a colleague in mind who would make a great addition, connect with your District Nominating Chair. For more information, please visit txbf.org
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Celebrating Our Board of Trustees We’re honored to shine a spotlight on Judge Elisabeth Earle, an exceptional trustee, for her unwavering commitment to the Texas Bar Foundation. We asked Judge Earle to share what the Foundation means to her and why she remains deeply committed to its mission. Thank you, Elisabeth Earle!
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Do you know an attorney with 50 years of distinguished service? Nominations are now open for the 2025 Outstanding 50 Year Lawyer Award! This prestigious recognition honors attorneys who have dedicated five decades to upholding the highest standards of the profession and serving the public. Submit your nominations by January 15, 2025. Visit txbf.org/nominate for details and the nomination form. Award recipients will be honored at our Annual Dinner on Friday, June 20, 2025, in San Antonio.
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