GRANTS

The Austin Bar Foundation has awarded grants to area legal-related programs since 2012. Approximately $410,000 has been awarded to date. Through the grant program, the Foundation furthers its mission to improve public awareness of the legal system, the administration of justice, and the delivery of legal services.

Grant applications are now OPEN. The deadline to apply is May 22, 2026. Download the fillable application PDF here.

In 2024, we made grants to the following organizations:

Austin Community Radio Inc.

Catholic Charities of Central Texas

Lone Star Justice Alliance

Youth Justice Alliance

CASA of Travis County

Seedling Foundation

The Center for Child Protection

To read about these organizations' projects, click here.