Grant Program
San Diego County Bar Foundation grants are awarded to organizations that offer legal services and promote understanding of the legal system with funds used to assist victims of poverty, abuse and discrimination. The grants also support programs that educate children and adults about the legal system and individuals’ rights and responsibilities. The Foundation expertly reviews each application and organization before a grant is awarded.
2025 Grant Applications
Our 2025 Grant Application Cycle is open. Please see details below:
General Grant Fund
Donations to this fund are used to facilitate and expand the availability of legal services, improve the administration of justice and the San Diego court system and/or promote public understanding of the law. General Grant applications are due August 1, 2025 @ 11:59pm.
Note: Funding will be provided for startup projects or ongoing program support.
First Time Applications/New Programs
The San Diego County Bar Foundation is committed to supporting new organizations and getting new projects/programs off the ground. New organizations/programs are encouraged to apply, but need to effectively communicate their ability to successfully deliver a sustainable program that supports those in our community impacted by poverty, abuse or discrimination.
If your organization has never applied for SDCBF funding, or has applied but never received funding, we require that a representative from your organization call to discuss the application prior to submission.