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October 6, 2025
Justice in Action: Grantmaking and Groundwork
As president of the Philadelphia Bar Foundation, I am constantly reminded of our shared responsibility to uphold justice, not just in principle, but...
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October 6, 2025
Board Member Spotlight: Christian W. Castile, Esq.
Christian Castile (he/him) is a trial attorney at Reed Smith LLP in Philadelphia, where he handles complex commercial litigation with a focus on...
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October 6, 2025
For the People: Protecting the Rule of Law Together
As we gather to celebrate Independence Day, we are reminded that the freedoms we cherish -freedom of speech, the right to due process, and the right...
October 6, 2025
Nonprofit Partner Spotlight: Women's Law Project
As we celebrate Pride Month, we’re proud to highlight the vital work of the Women’s Law Project (WLP)—a trailblazing nonprofit legal organization that...
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October 6, 2025
June President's Column: Mid-Year Momentum: Celebrating Progress and Pride
As we step into Pride Month, it is a moment to celebrate the progress we have made, reflect on the work still ahead, and reaffirm our commitment to...
October 6, 2025
Justice in Bloom: Centering Mental Health in the Fight for Justice
As spring unfolds across Philadelphia, we’re reminded that this season is not just about warmer weather and longer days, it’s about renewal. It's...
October 6, 2025
Philadelphia Bar Foundation Launches Emergency Funding to Civil Legal Aid Nonprofits in Response to Government Reductions
PHILADELPHIA — In the face of sweeping government funding cuts and reductions, the Board of Trustees of the Philadelphia Bar Foundation is stepping up...