Your gift strengthens justice, education, and community for all.
When you give to the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Foundation, you are giving back to Cleveland in powerful ways. Your support helps build a stronger legal community and expands access to justice for families across Greater Cleveland
Your generosity supports good works that make a lasting difference:
Pro bono legal services for people who cannot afford counsel
Law-related education programs that prepare the next generation of leaders
Community outreach initiatives that improve lives throughout Cleveland
Your donation truly matters for families, students, and the future of our city.
The Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization (Tax ID #34-1671726), and your gift is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Many of us reach a point in life where we think about the mark we want to leave behind. Through Legacy Giving, you can ensure that your values of justice, fairness, and community continue to shape Cleveland for generations to come.
By including the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Foundation in your estate plans, you can create a lasting legacy that reflects your life’s priorities. Options for Legacy Giving include:
A gift in your will or trust. A simple bequest can direct a portion of your estate to support the Foundation’s mission.
Life insurance policies. You can name the Foundation as a beneficiary of a policy you already hold.
Retirement funds. Designating the Foundation as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), or other retirement account is a straightforward way to give.
These gifts cost nothing during your lifetime but provide tremendous support for future generations. Your foresight ensures that access to justice, education, and community service remain strong pillars of Cleveland’s future.
If you would like to discuss options or learn more, we are here to answer your questions confidentially and without obligation.
Celebrate the life of a friend, colleague, or loved one by making a gift in their honor or memory. It is a meaningful way to connect their legacy with justice and community impact.
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Support our mission where it is needed most. Your gift allows us to respond quickly to Cleveland’s greatest needs and take advantage of new opportunities. Unrestricted giving requires logging in to your account so your donation can be securely recorded and credited to you.
Passionate about a specific program? You can direct your gift to the cause that inspires you most and see your impact in action from the program funds below:
Louis Stokes Scholars Fund
Your gift empowers college students — graduates of the Cleveland Metropolitan and East Cleveland City Schools — who aspire to legal careers. Support this award-winning workforce development program and help build a more diverse pipeline to the profession.
“I never thought a career in law was possible for me. Thanks to the Stokes Scholars program, I had the mentorship, connections, and support to pursue my dream of becoming an attorney.” — Maya, former Stokes Scholar
Friends of the 3Rs
With an annual gift of $50 or more, you’ll support the 3Rs (Rights, Responsibilities, Realities) program, which brings lawyers into high school classrooms to help students understand the law, develop critical thinking skills, and explore future opportunities.
“The 3Rs program opened my eyes to how the law shapes our lives. It inspired me to think differently about my future and gave me the confidence to speak up.” — Jamal, high school participant”
Friends of High School Mock Trial
An annual gift of $50 or more helps sustain mock trial programs that engage over 800 Northeast Ohio high school students each year, fostering advocacy skills, confidence, and civic awareness.
“Mock Trial taught me to think on my feet, work as part of a team, and believe in my voice. It’s one of the best experiences I had in high school.” — Amber, former participant
Sicherman Fund
Support the Marvin and Sue Sicherman Excellence in Bankruptcy Fund, which awards annual scholarships to exceptional law students at our local law schools interested in bankruptcy practice.
“I was honored to receive the Sicherman scholarship. It gave me the encouragement and financial support I needed to explore bankruptcy law and build my career in this field.” — Anonymous, scholarship recipient
Environtmental Scholarship Fund
Help local law students pursue public and nonprofit sector internships in environmental law. Your gift fuels their passion for protecting our natural resources and shaping a sustainable future.
“The Environmental Scholarship made it possible for me to take an unpaid internship focused on environmental justice. It set me on a path to make a real difference.” — Anonymous, scholarship recipient
Cyber + Section Law School Scholarship Fund
Your support helps law students focus on cybersecurity, data privacy, and emerging technology fields, preparing the next generation of legal leaders in these critical and rapidly evolving areas.
“This scholarship helped me focus on cybersecurity law without the burden of extra debt. Now I’m working to protect organizations and individuals from evolving digital threats.” — Anonymous, scholarship recipient
