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Private philanthropic gifts and commitments are the best way to invest in our mission.
We invite you to make a gift to support NCBF pro bono, civic education and professionalism programs advancing access to justice, service through the profession, civic education, professionalism and diversity in the profession. Every gift makes a difference and is recognized at one of our annual giving recognition levels.
Your gift enables NCBF to unite the talent and generosity of our profession to be a power of greater good for the people of North Carolina. Thank you!
Support NCBF today or in the near future to witness the impact of your generosity and receive recognition. Learn how you can make an immediate impact on NCBF pro bono and civic education programs, extend the reach of your donation and receive potential tax benefits.
Deferred gifts are planned charitable contributions that allow you to retain control of your assets during your lifetime and have potential tax benefits and the flexibility to modify your plan if personal circumstances change. Learn more about the Platt D. Walker Society, estate planning and ways that you can support NCBF through legacy gifts.
Foundation Program Partners enable the Foundation to serve North Carolinians statewide through lawyer-led pro bono and civic education programs including NC Lawyers on Call (4ALL), Lawyers for Literacy, Middle School Mock Trial, McIntyre Youth Leadership Challenge, NC Free Legal Answers, Entrepreneurs Assistance Program, Patent Pro Bono Program and Wills for Heroes. The NCBF proudly features Foundation Program Partners throughout the year:…
The North Carolina Bar Foundation Annual Fund provides operational support to pro bono, civic education, professionalism and DEI programs that annually engage hundreds of attorney volunteers to serve thousands of North Carolinians in all 100 North Carolina counties. Your gift empowers the North Carolina Bar Foundation to fulfill its mission to unite the talent and generosity of our profession to be…
Welcome to the 2025-2026 Leadership Gift Campaign! The NCBF Leadership Gift Campaign challenges volunteer leaders of the North Carolina Bar Association and North Carolina Bar Foundation to unite in philanthropic support of the NCBF, to achieve 100% giving participation among our Boards, Section/Division Councils, and Committees. As one of about 1,400 NCBA members serving in volunteer leadership this year, we…
Contributors to the Foundation are recognized for cumulative annual giving for their gifts to the NCBF Annual Fund and Endowment. Contributors to the Foundation will be recognized for cumulative annual giving at the following levels: Justice for All Society recognizes gifts of $25,000 and above. Cornerstone Society recognizes gifts of $10,000 – $24,999. Lawyer Leaders Society recognizes gifts of $5,000…
Since its formation in 1987, the North Carolina Bar Foundation Endowment has provided over $6 million in grant funding to high-impact public service and pro bono programs and projects across the state, including legal aid organizations, civic education programs, community service initiatives and programs that enhance professionalism. Endowment support is generated through the creation of Endowment Funds and Memorial Gifts,…
The Liberty Garden was built in 2007 and is located on the grounds of the North Carolina Bar Center in Cary, home of the North Carolina Bar Association and North Carolina Bar Foundation. In addition to the glass panel display of Named Liberty Fund recognitions for NCBF Endowment gifts, Walkway Benches and Stone Pavers in the Garden present opportunities to…