NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION
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The Nevada Bar Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in Nevada, with additional support for nonprofits in Utah and California. With a total of $12.3 million in grants paid to 34 grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION (THE FOUNDATION) WAS FORMED TO PROMOTE/PROVIDE LAW RELATED EDUCATION TO MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC, DEVELOP/IMPROVE LEGAL EDUCATION, ENGAGE IN RESEARCH IN THE FIELD OF LAW AND LEGAL PRACTICE, ASSIST QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS IN THE STUDY OF LAW, AND TO FUND THE CHARITABLE AND TAX EXEMPT ACTIVITIES OF THE STATE BAR AS REPORTED IN PART XV.
Cause Areas
1
Legal services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LEGAL AID CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA
$14.3M
51%
NEVADA LEGAL SERVICES INC
$3.7M
13%
Southern Nevada Senior Law Program
$2.1M
8%
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Total No. of Grants
30
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$30K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION?
No. NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION give?
NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Nevada, Utah, and California. 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 NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $12.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include LEGAL AID CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA, NEVADA LEGAL SERVICES INC, and Southern Nevada Senior Law Program. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION?
NEVADA BAR FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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