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NCBF March 2025 Newsletter
Celebrating Women’s History Month
This powerful 1913 photograph captures Fola La Follette, a suffragist and labor activist, standing alongside Rose Livingston, a social reformer, and a courageous young garment worker on strike in New York City. These women fought tirelessly for workers’ rights, fair wages, and safer working conditions, advocating for justice in the face of adversity. Their legacy reminds us that the pursuit of equality under the law is a fundamental pillar of justice—a mission that continues today. At the National Conference of Bar Foundations (NCBF), we honor the trailblazers who shaped history and inspire us to advance justice for all. 💜
The Power of Resources
Members are always trying to help one another and the wider charitable community. Below, find some essential reading that our members have been talking about lately.
1 ) Stay in the know—visit the National Council of Nonprofits to read an article on how recent executive orders impact nonprofits. Understand policy shifts, advocate smarter, and support the causes you care about! Check out the article here.
2) Discover a fresh perspective—visit the Stanford Social Innovation Review to read “Narrative Change: From Fixers to Builders” and explore how nonprofits can shift from short-term fixes to long-term solutions. Inspire change and rethink impact! Dive in here.
The Power of Our Webinars – The Future is Here: Leveraging AI to Transform Your Organization
This webinar is our best so far and highly talked about. Great session of bar leaders discussing AI and its use in their organizations with samples. Uploaded and ready to see again in our Past Meetings section.
Upcoming Webinar!
The Art of Fundraising: Practical Tips for Maximizing Impact
Unlock the secrets to successful fundraising in our upcoming webinar on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 1 PM Eastern Time. This session is packed with expert advice, actionable strategies, and valuable insights to help you enhance your fundraising efforts and achieve greater success for your organization.
Member Spotlight: Smith County Bar Foundation (SCBF)
This month, we are proud to highlight the Smith County Bar Foundation (SCBF). The foundation is dedicated to furthering justice and promoting the rule of law by providing essential resources and education to the community. Our mission serves as the guiding principle behind all of our initiatives and programs, ensuring that legal professionals and community members benefit from enhanced access to justice and quality legal education. Click here to read the article.
Save the Date: 2025 Annual Meeting
Mark your calendars for the 2025 NCBF Annual Meeting, scheduled for August 14-16, 2025. This event offers a unique opportunity to learn, network, and share with bar foundation leaders from across the country. Stay tuned for more details in the coming months.
Call for Speakers: Share Your Expertise
We are seeking dynamic speakers for our 2025 Annual Meeting. If you have innovative ideas, best practices, or valuable experiences to share with the bar foundation community, we encourage you to apply. Please submit a brief proposal outlining your topic and key takeaways to info@ncbf.org by March 15, 2025.
Call for Award Nominations: Recognize Excellence
Do you know an individual or organization that has made significant contributions to the bar foundation community? Nominate them for the NCBF Excellence Award or the Partnerships for Success Award. These awards honor outstanding achievements and innovative programs within our community. Submit your nominations to info@ncbf.org by May 30, 2025.
Help Update the NCBF Resource Library!
We’re calling on members to help refresh the Resource Library with updated materials. If you have recent bylaws, Impact Reports, newsletters, or other useful documents, please consider sharing them with us. Your contributions ensure that all members have access to the best and most current resources. Email your materials to info@ncbf.org.
Renew Your Membership
FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 COMES WITH MANY BENEFITS AND NO INCREASE IN DUES!
MEMBERSHIP COMES WITH MANY BENEFITS-AND NO INCREASE IN DUES!
Membership comes with numerous benefits—and no increase in dues! Renew today to access:
- A Network of Experts: Connect with bar foundation executives and volunteer leaders through Member Connect.
- Essential Resources: Enjoy exclusive access to the “Members Only” area, including a Forms Bank, Job Postings, meeting handouts, and member surveys.
- Top-Notch Programming: Attend conferences and webinars with low or no registration fees, focusing on bar foundation-specific topics.
- Leadership Opportunities: Advance your career by joining NCBF committees or programs.
- Recognition: Become eligible for the NCBF Excellence Award and Partnerships for Success Award.
- Digital Newsletter: Access quick tips and shareable information to enhance your foundation’s operations.
Each bar foundation membership includes login privileges for up to three representatives. Recommend us to other foundation leaders you know—it’s easy to sign up at ncbf.org.
NCBF WANTS TO FEATURE YOU!
NCBF is eager to highlight the remarkable work of bar foundations and their volunteers nationwide. If you have an exemplary program or volunteer you would like featured in the Foundation Forum or on NCBF social media, let us know by emailing us at info@ncbf.org.