Mission of the Indiana Bar Foundation:

The Indiana Bar Foundatrion is a charitable foundation dedicated to strengthening access to justice and appreciation for the rule of law in Indiana.

To accomplish our mission we gather and direct resources toward three main areas:  assisting people who have difficulty accessing the justice system, providing law-related educational opportunities for all ages, and improving Indiana's judicial system and the legal profession.

What does the Indiana Bar Foundation provide funding for?

• Older adults projects -- Legal Reference for Older Hoosiers
  
• Law related education programs
  
• Law student scholarships
  
• We the People Institute for teachers
  
• Awards to Indiana lawyers, law firms, Bar Associations and law related organizations making significant contributions in law-related education and pro bono work.
  
• Award for Indiana lawyer for an exceptional 50-year career
  
• Res Gestae publication
  
• Law-related research projects
  
• Programs that enhance legal services and education for the indigent
  
• Pro bono training 
  

Where can lawyers see the benefits of the Foundation work?

• Throughout the state of Indiana
  
• In 92 Indiana counties
  
• In your community
  
• In your neighborhood
  
• At your alma mater

Who are the members of the Indiana Bar Foundation?

• Every ISBA member is automatically a member of the Foundation--
  No charge
  
• There are three donor recognition programs
  1. Friends of the Indiana Bar Foundation
  2. Fellows
  3. Cornerstone Society
  See Donor Programs for complete information.