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NCBF November/December 2024 Newsletter

January 9, 2025

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NCBF MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

This month our Member Spotlight shines on the Idaho Law Foundation, the charitable arm of the Idaho State Bar, which has been championing access to justice and legal education since 1975. Through impactful programs like the Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program, Law Related Education, and the Idaho High School Mock Trial Competition, ILF supports underserved communities, educates future leaders, and strengthens the legal profession.

Learn how ILF is making a difference in Idaho’s legal landscape. Read the full article – Click Here.

NCBF IS EXPANDING OUR RESOURCES

The National Conference of Bar Foundations (NCBF) offers an extensive Resource Library on its website, accessible to all members. This library contains a wealth of information to help manage bar foundations, including resources on fellows programs, personnel, fundraising, grants management, boards and governance, and more..

To ensure this resource remains current, please send your Bar Foundation’s Planned Giving materials to info@ncbf.org with subject line “Resource Library”.

MEMBER CONNECT RESPONSES AVAILABLE IN NCBF’S RESOURCE LIBRARY AND BLOG

Did you know responses to previous Member Connect questions submitted by NCBF members can be viewed online in NCBF’s Resource Library and Member Connect Blog? Find information about a variety of topics, including these recently submitted items:

  • Professional Liability Insurance advice
  • Stategic Planning Consultant Recommendation
  • Reimbursement of board members for travel and lodging
  • Gift acceptance policies
  • Fundraising consultant sample letter
  • Civil legal aid fundraising
  • Social media platforms used by bar foundations

Access Member Connect Responses

If you have a resource to share or a question you’d like to pose to fellow members, please email us at info@ncbf.org.

NCBF Resource Library

CONGRATULATIONS AND THANK YOU!

NCBF has big goals, and they all revolve around you! Thank you to everyone who has already renewed their membership—welcome back, and we appreciate your support! You are the heartbeat of NCBF.

If you haven’t renewed yet, don’t wait! Renew today by logging into your account at ncbf.org, scrolling down, and completing the renewal process.

CLICK TO RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025

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MEMBERSHIP COMES WITH MANY BENEFITS-AND NO INCREASE IN DUES!

  • 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.

UPDATE TO OUR 2024 NCBF BOARD MEMBERS!

NCBF New Board Member, 2024-2025

Congratulations To The Recently Elected Directors Of The NCBF Board

  • Dawn Hathcock, Executive Director, Alabama Law Foundation — First three-year term
  • Laura Sanford, Foundation Development Director, Washington State Bar Foundation — First three-year term
  • The Honorable Carl Butkus, Immediate Past-President, New Mexico State Bar Foundation — First three-year term

AND . . .

  • Susan Duncan, Executive Director, Kentucky Bar Foundation – Finishing out Martha Madrid’s year

THE NCBF 2024 BOARD OFFICERS
Baillie Milliken
President
Beth McElroy
Immediate Past President
Jennifer Castillo
President Elect
Sang Lee
Treasurer
Jessie Reeves
Secretary

BOARD MEMBERS
The Honorable Carl Butkus
Board Member
Hinda Carbon
Board Member
Susan Duncan
Board Member
Dawn Hathcock
Board Member
Velda Hofacker
Board Member
Lori L. Keating
Board Member
Laura Sanford
Board Member
Carey Shoufler
Board Member
Dr. Sharra Wagner
Board Member
DeLaine Ward
Board Member

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.

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