In keeping with our Rule of Law theme, the Foundation’s grant making in the coming year prioritizes funding for civil legal services programs assisting with the essentials of life, namely:
The Foundation has an on-line grant application system. All you need to do is create an account for your organization and apply! Mailed in applications are not accepted.
Applications for the 2025 grant cycle are no longer being accepted. The deadline was September 15, 2024.
View TNYBF GRANT GUIDELINES to see if your organization would be eligible.
Donors and Sections of The New York State Bar Association impact the future of the law profession through The Foundation by providing invaluable real-life experiences to law students across the state. These educational opportunities give students the platform and knowledge to build a solid base for their career goals; while attracting extraordinary law students to the profession who may not otherwise have the finances or opportunities to succeed in this field.
Awarded to a first-year (1L) students or second-year (2L) law student enrolled in a law school in the State of New York, to honor his dedication to public service and to the federal courts as a summer internship position with the Court.
Awarded to first-year (1L) and second-year (2L) law students to work on antitrust matters in the New York Office of New York Attorney General, Antitrust Bureau, the Federal Trade Commission, Northeast Region, or the Department of Justice Antitrust Division, New York Office.
Awarded to a second year (2L) student who is enrolled in a law school in the State of New York from under-represented groups capable of fulfilling the requested work hours and responsibilities. The fellowship goal is twofold. First, to provide the selected organizations with a student from a diverse background to provide assistance; and second, to provide the student with an opportunity to experience in-house legal practice.
Awarded to a student with a diverse background enrolled in a law school in the State of New York, providing the student an opportunity to experience health law practice and to work with a healthcare attorney or facility in the State of New York during the summer.
Awarded to first-year (1L) and second-year (2L) law students who are currently enrolled in law schools in the State of New York to work in trusts and estates law positions in the public sector in the State of New York during the summer months.
Awarded to a current first year (1L) diversity law student who is enrolled in a law school in the State of New York to work in a litigation position in the public sector in the State of New York during the summer months.
Awarded to a to a second year (2L) or third year (3L) law student who is enrolled in a law school in the State of New York and is actively participating in an Elder Law Clinic at the school during the academic year or performs other substantial efforts which demonstrate interest in the legal rights of the elderly or expresses an interest in helping the disabled.
Awarded to students who will age out or have aged out of foster care with a permanency goal of Another Planned Permanent Living Arrangement (APPLA).
Awarded to a second year (2L) law student enrolled in the State of New York who excels in legal writing and advocacy skills.
Awarded to a second year (2L) or third year (3L) law student enrolled in a law school in the State of New York who best exemplifies the core values important to Lorraine Power Tharp; academic excellence, a demonstrated interest in public service, high integrity and an interest in real property law.
Awarded to a second year (2L) or third year (3L) law student enrolled in a law school in the State of New York who demonstrate Melvyn Mitzner’s commitment to professional achievement in the area of real property law including legal writing, lecturing and scholarship; and diversity in the profession.
Awarded to a law student, enrolled in a law school in the State of New York, who best exemplifies the core values important to Carol Van Scoyoc, Esq, former chair of the Section and recipient of the Award for Excellence in Public Service.
Awarded to a second year (2L) or third year (3L) law student who is enrolled in a law school in the State of New York who has demonstrated an interest in the Elder Law and Special Needs practice area and intends to practice in the field in Upstate New York following law school.
Awarded to a law student who is enrolled in a law school in the State of New York who has an interest in intellectual property. Current first year (1L), entering their second year in the fall; and second year (2L) law students, entering their third year in the fall; are encouraged to apply.