Champions Breakfast
Don’t miss the 2024 Champions Breakfast, honoring John G. Locallo and Elizabeth A. Kaveny in conjunction with the ISBA/IJF Midyear Meeting!
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2024 Gala
Thank you to all who supported our one-of-a-kind 25th Annual Gala, honoring Jay Edelson (Edelson PC) on Friday, October 18. View photos.
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Wrigleyville Classic
Get your tickets today for a not-to-be-missed matchup between Northwestern and U of I at Wrigley Field on November 30!
Let's Play Some Football!
Thank Our Veterans!
Join the Illinois Bar Foundation and Illinois Justice Corps as we show our gratitude to service members and their families by writing letters and crafting cards this Veterans Day. In addition to hosting several card drop off sites across the state, we are also offering prepackaged supplies for those interested in hosting in office crafting opportunities.
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FY25 ATJ Grants – Now Accepting LOIs
The IBF is currently accepting Letters of Interest for the FY25 Access to Justice Grants Cycle. Non-profit organizations helping me the legal needs of Illinois’ most vulnerable residents are eligible to apply.
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Our Mission
To ensure meaningful access to the justice system, especially for those with limited means, and to assist lawyers who can no longer care for themselves due to incapacity.
As a philanthropic organization we recognize the importance of the law to ensure access to justice for everyone.
We provide grants to facilitate financial support for life changing programs and to encourage professionals to improve access to justice and advance the rule of law.
About UsThe support we received from the Warren Lupel Lawyers Care Fund came at a time when we needed it most and allowed us to catch up on bills enough to feel like we could see the light at the end of the tunnel. Our family will be forever grateful for the generosity of the Foundation and its wonderful donors. Without you, I'm not sure where our family would be right now but I absolutely know that we would not be thriving as we are now.”Anonymous Warren Lupel Lawyers Care Fund Recipient
An Introduction to the Illinois Bar Foundation
Our Programs
The IBF’s charitable programs advance the Foundation’s mission and further our values of ensuring equal access to justice, encouraging pro bono legal service, educating Illinoisans on their rights and responsibilities, and providing support for those in need.
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Every gift makes a difference. Become a force for greater good impacting lives across the state of Illinois.
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Become a Champion
The Champions of the Illinois Bar Foundation are a special group of lawyers and non-attorney core supporters who believe in the value of justice and the importance of the Foundation’s leadership and charitable programs.
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