The Georgia Bar Foundation (GBF) is the charitable arm of the Supreme Court of Georgia and operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Its mission focuses on promoting access to justice across the state of Georgia. Through its grantmaking activities, GBF primarily supports legal services for individuals experiencing poverty, children involved in the justice system, improvements in the administration of justice, the promotion of professionalism within the legal field, and educational initiatives that enhance understanding of democracy and government among Georgia’s youth and adults.
GBF grants are principally funded through the Interest on Lawyer Trust Accounts (IOLTA) program, but may also distribute contributions or other assigned funds from various sources. Funding decisions are made by the GBF Board of Trustees based on strict alignment with the foundation’s goals of advancing access to justice and legal education.
Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status and governmental, charitable, or educational organizations that are exempt from income tax and whose missions align with GBF’s objectives. Interested organizations must complete the application process via the GBF's website. Any questions regarding the grant process should be directed to Rachel Barnhard, Executive Director of the Georgia Bar Foundation.
While the document provides comprehensive information about eligibility and purposes for funding, it does not include specific dates for application deadlines, funding amounts, or award notification timelines.
