HELP US
RAISE THE BAR
ON LEGAL EQUITY
Apply for 2025-26 Grants
are open December 2, 2024 – February 14, 2025
WELCOME TO
THE
LOUISIANA
BAR
FOUNDATION
IT'S NOT
JUSTICE
IF IT'S
NOT
EQUAL.
1969
2023
For more than 30 years, we have been the source of free, civil legal aid in Louisiana.
Our goal is to ensure that all Louisianans – regardless of their zip code, background or income level – have access to the civil legal services they need.
Whether you are an attorney, a judge, a citizen in need, or a philanthropist – welcome – we are here to co-create a more inclusive and equitable society with you.
WHO
WE
SUPPORT
We provide funding for over 70 non-profit organizations to get these marginalized communities the assistance they need and deserve.
WOMEN
who are victims of domestic violence.
CHILDREN
who need a stable home or special education.
ELDERLY
whose economic security or
healthcare is in jeopardy.
CONSUMERS
impacted by improper lending practices.
FAMILIES
facing loss of their home.
workers
denied lawful wages and benefits.
DISABLED
people denied opportunities.
VETERANS
with disabilities.
COMMUNITIES
devastated by natural disasters.
IN
ONE
YEAR,
WE
CAN
HELP
OUR IMPACT
Apply Now for LBF Annual/Sustaining Grants
Here’s the Louisiana Bar Foundation (LBF) schedule to apply for 2025-26 Grants: Annual/Sustaining Grant applications are open October 1, 2024 – December 2, 2024 Loan
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