BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Birmingham Bar Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within its community through a relationship-based approach, providing grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to establish connections prior to seeking funding. Organizations interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO SUPPORT, PROMOTE, AND ENCOURAGE ACTIVITIES FOR THE FURTHERANCE OF JUSTICE AND LEGAL EDUCATION, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE EDUCATION OF PRIMARY AND SECONDARY STUDENTS, AS WELL AS THE GENERAL PUBLIC TO PROMOTE A GREATER UNDERSTANDING OF THE LAW, THROUGH SCHOLARSHIPS AND ENCOURAGEMENT OF LEGAL RESEARCH, PUBLICATIONS, INSTITUTES, AND FORUMS.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BIRMINGHAM VOLUNTEER LAWYERS PROGRAM INC
Birmingham, AL
$63.6K
15%
Legal Aid Society of Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
$54.2K
13%
The Prescott House
Birmingham, AL
$36.8K
9%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$8.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$7.3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION?
No. BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION give?
BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Alabama and Massachusetts. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,750. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $34 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include BIRMINGHAM VOLUNTEER LAWYERS PROGRAM INC, Legal Aid Society of Birmingham, and The Prescott House. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION?
BIRMINGHAM BAR FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.