General Information

NAPABA values the crucial role that Affiliates and National Associates play at the local level. They serve as a vital support network for attorneys, communities, and those engaged with legal issues of importance to the NAPABA community.

To assist Affiliates and National Associates in advancing their missions and growth, NAPABA administers a competitive grant program that funds local programming, pipeline initiatives, community outreach, and innovative projects that strengthen AANHPI representation and engagement.

Eligible Projects

• Non-Partisan Civic Engagement Activities: Projects aimed at encouraging democratic participation and fostering community involvement without affiliation to any specific political party.

• Advocacy for NAPABA Member Lawyers: Initiatives focused on addressing the challenges, barriers, and disparities faced by lawyers who are from AANHPI communities, while promoting their representation, visibility, and inclusion within the legal profession.

• Educational Workshops: Programs designed to increase legal literacy, empower participants with knowledge, and offer practical advice on legal topics such as knowing your rights, estate planning, language interpretation, immigration processes, and conflict resolution.

• Community Service & Legal Services Projects: Projects that provide access to legal assistance, education, and resources for those who may otherwise be unable to afford or access these services. These initiatives target unmet legal needs, promote justice, and support underserved or vulnerable populations.

• Collaboration & Strategic Partnerships: Projects that enhance the reach and expertise of legal networks through partnerships, improving service delivery to clients. These initiatives include cross-specialization collaborations, referral networks, and public-private partnerships.

• Leadership Pipeline Development: Efforts focused on developing strong leadership within the legal community by retaining and nurturing younger talent. Initiatives may include scholarships, mentorship, specialized training, succession planning, and continuing legal education (CLE) programs.

• Development of Educational Materials and Resources: Projects aimed at providing affiliates with accurate and up-to-date information through the creation of toolkits, cheat sheets, online training, and webinars, to help navigate the evolving legal landscape.

• Pro Bono Initiatives: Projects that enable legal professionals to contribute to the community while gaining valuable practice experience. These initiatives address legal inequalities and promote social good, while also enhancing the reputation of affiliate firms.

Selection Criteria

1. Grant projects can be one-time events or part of a multi-year initiative.

2. Applications must be submitted at least 8 weeks prior to the start of the project. Retroactive funding will not be considered.

3. Applications must be complete with all requested information. 

4. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. 

5. Grantees are required to acknowledge NAPABA’s sponsorship in all marketing materials, press releases, communications, and other media associated with the projectGrantees must acknowledge NAPABA’s support in all marketing materials, press releases, communications, and related media.

6. Affiliates or National Associates may receive multiple grants within a calendar year. Funding is limited, and applications will close once all available funds have been distributed.

Application

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

• To apply for a NAPABA Affiliate Grant, please complete the application form online. here.

Questions

Contact NAPABA Membership.