Our Programs

The Foundation supports several programs designed to connect Arizonans with the legal help they need. The Modest Means Project helps individuals who may not qualify for free legal aid but still struggle to afford full-price representation. Legal Help Websites provide online resources and guidance for those navigating the legal system on their own. The Pro Bono Portal connects volunteer attorneys with people in need of legal assistance, and the Wills for Heroes program provides estate planning documents to first responders and their families.

The Domestic Violence Project and Afghan Legal Clinics address urgent needs in vulnerable communities, while the Foundation's support of approved legal service agencies — including Community Legal Services, Southern Arizona Legal Aid, DNA People's Legal Services, and many others — ensures that quality legal representation reaches every corner of the state.

For those seeking legal help, the Foundation directs individuals to resources available through its partners. The legal help line can be reached at 1-866-637-5341, and additional resources are available online.

The Arizona Bar Foundation is deeply committed to preparing young Arizonans for civic life. Through its Law Related Education programs, the Foundation reaches hundreds of schools each year, bringing civics to life for students across the state.

Programs like We the People, Project Citizen, AZ Mock Trial, AZ Kids Voting, Connecting with Classrooms, and the Teen Court Association give students hands-on experience with the legal and democratic systems. These aren't abstract lessons — they're real-world opportunities for young people to engage with the law, understand their rights and responsibilities, and develop the skills they need to be active, informed citizens.

The Foundation also provides grants, including the Susan Nusall LRE Grant, to support educators who are bringing these programs into their classrooms. By investing in teachers and schools, the Foundation ensures that civic education remains a living, breathing part of Arizona's educational landscape.

The Interest on Lawyers' Trust Accounts (IOLTA) program is a critical funding mechanism for the Foundation's work. Arizona lawyers and legal paraprofessionals who hold client funds in trust participate in the IOLTA program, with the interest generated from these accounts directed to support legal services for those in need.

The Foundation works with financial institutions across Arizona to administer the IOLTA program, providing resources and guidance to both banks and legal professionals. This program is one of the most important sources of funding for access-to-justice initiatives statewide, turning routine banking activity into meaningful support for underserved communities.