Celebrating a Legacy of Justice - The New York Bar Foundation 75th Anniversary Gala

For 75 years, The New York Bar Foundation has advanced access to justice across our state—funding legal services, championing civic education, and strengthening the profession. Join us for an unforgettable evening as we honor remarkable leaders whose work embodies the Foundation’s mission and the enduring power of our legal profession to create a fairer, more just New York.




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The New York Bar Foundation Honors Hon. Barry Kamins (Ret.) With Force For Justice Award

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The New York Bar Foundation Accepting Applications for Grants Until Sept. 30

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Justice Cheryl E. Chambers, Judge Norman St. George, Judge James Wicks

The New York Bar Foundation Honors High-Profile Judges with Force for Justice Award

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The New York Bar Foundation Announces New Board Members and Officers

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Justice Cheryl E. Chambers, President of The New York Bar Foundation Report to the House of Delegates June 7, 2025

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New York Bar Foundation Hires Director of Development with Decades of Experience in Nonprofits, Media and Politics

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Foundation President Justice Cheryl E. Chambers presenting the Force for Justic Award to Stephen P. Younger.

The New York Bar Foundation Honors Legal Luminaries and Launches Leadership Laureate Series

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Veterans Memorial Fund Established by Former Chief Judge Sol Wachtler and Lauren J. Wachtler to Support Civil Legal Services

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Justice Cheryl Chambers Takes Over as President of the New York Bar Foundation as David Schraver Assumes Vice Presidency

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Hon. Theresa Whelan

The New York Bar Foundation Launches the Hon. Theresa B. Whelan Memorial Fund for Families and Children

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LAW PROFESSOR PRESENTS $100,000 GIFT TO THE NEW YORK BAR FOUNDATION

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About The New York Bar Foundation

Since 1950, we’ve worked to improve the New York State justice system and better serve individuals and communities. By supporting educational programs, facilitating the delivery of legal services for those who need it most, and furthering the public’s understanding of the law, your contributions are creating a better, more stable society through a more equitable legal system for everyone.

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The Fellows of the New York Bar Foundation are members of the bench and bar recognized for outstanding professional achievement, dedication to the legal profession, and commitment to the Rule of Law.

Each Fellow makes a commitment to financially support the goals and objectives of The Foundation through charitable contributions. Fellows also assist the Board in identifying potential grant projects and other causes that may benefit from The Foundation’s assistance.

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Grants & Scholarships

Grants are one of the most effective ways for you to have a direct impact on society. We award grants to legal service offices, bar associations, and non-profit groups to provide pro-bono resources for those who need it most, fund educational programs, and advance diversity initiatives.

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Justice Chambers presents Force for Justice awards

Celebrating Leadership. Advancing Justice.
The Foundation honored First Deputy Chief Administrative Judge Norman St. George and U.S. Magistrate Judge James M. Wicks for their remarkable leadership and commitment to justice. As part of our 75th Anniversary, we are spotlighting

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