As we close out 2025, I am reflecting on the successes that the Foundation and the DC legal services community accomplished this year, while also acknowledging that we were presented with challenges that made us feel uncertain, unsettled, and perhaps even scared.     Even when times feel heavy and hard, I believe there are glimpses of hope and inspiration that help keep us going. For my final letter of 2025, I’m sharing with you some of the reflections, quotes, and resources

Read the Latest Civil Legal Counsel Projects Program Report The Civil Legal Counsel Projects Program (CLCPP) is a grant initiative administered by the DC Bar Foundation, aimed at providing legal assistance to low-income DC residents at risk of eviction or losing housing subsidies.   The latest Biannual CLCPP report evaluates the programs, activities, and outcomes during the reporting period from January to June 2025. In this period, CLCPP partners closed nearly 1,700 cases, 9

Mark your calendar; Giving Tuesday is fast approaching! On Tuesday, December 2nd, people worldwide will come together to make a positive impact in their local communities by donating to their favorite nonprofit organizations. We hope you will help us reach our $7,500 fundraising goal by adding the DC Bar Foundation to the list of organizations you plan to support this Giving Tuesday.   The donations we receive through Giving Tuesday provide critical, unrestricted grants to le