2012 NCBF Midyear Meeting - February 2-4It's not too late! Register by January 13 to have your name included in the Advance Registration List. Meet other bar foundation officers and directors from across the country as you participate in instructive programs and enjoy networking events. You can register online at www.ambar.org/midyear. Please select the NABE NCBP NCBF form. A faxable registration form is also available. Email registration questions to NABE-NCBP-NCBFregistration@americanbar.org.
His books include How to Raise $500 to $5000 from Almost Anyone, and Great Boards for Small Groups. Join us for two targeted workshops, "Anatomy of 'The Ask'" and "Fundraising House Parties", and a hands-on working session in the afternoon, "Mobilize Your Board to Raise More Money." The Saturday morning program will feature a presentation on marketing for nonprofits by Professor Valerie Andrews, Assistant Professor and Director of the Shawn M. Donnelley Center for Nonprofit Communications at Loyola University New Orleans. Her program will be followed by a "show and tell" session showcasing an array of marketing materials and communications venues from members. Bring your samples and join in the discussion!
NEW! Indianapolis Bar Foundation Wins 2012 Fundraising for Success AwardThe Indianapolis Bar Foundation was selected to receive the Fundraising for Success Award for its Giving Level Improvement Initiative. The IBF will be recognized at the 2012 Midyear Meeting Awards Luncheon of the National Conference of Bar Presidents, National Association of Bar Executives and National Conference of Bar Foundations in New Orleans, February 3. Learn more about the award-winning effort. Get more fundraising ideas from other award applicants: |
Recent Listserve Q&AWhat types of programs does your Bar Foundation run and/or what types of programs does your Bar Foundation fund through grants? NCBF's SurveysNCBF Members Only resources feature surveys covering a range of topics, ncluding the national impact bar foundation funding has on legal services and the administration of justice, and executive compensation. If you are a member, you can access the surveys here with the member password. If you are not a member, learn more here. |
Bar Foundation in Action
The Massachusetts Bar Foundation (MBF) recently completed its annual The MBF awards, 104 in all, totaled more than $3 million - a significant contribution to ensuring access to justice for those most vulnerable in these difficult economic times. |


The Complete Guide to Bar Foundations is a free member benefit to all NCBF members. The guide contains sound advice and information along with sample policies that you can adapt to fit your foundation's needs.
Our "star" presenter on Friday is Andy Robinson, an experienced consultant and trainer who has served the nonprofit community for the past 31 years. 