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June 29, 2021 - Ohio State Bar Foundation Welcomes New Class of Fellows

The Ohio State Bar Foundation is pleased to welcome the 2021 Fellows Class

June 10, 2021 - Ohio State Bar Foundation Awards More Than $445,000 to Ohio Nonprofits This Spring

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) has awarded $447,247 to Ohio nonprofit organizations through its spring grants cycle. Each funded project supports the OSBF’s mission of promoting the pursuit of justice and public understanding of the rule of law.

April 26, 2021 - The Ohio State Bar Foundation Announces Fellows Week of Service; Class to Launch Legal Learning with Lawyers

Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) announces its 2021 Fellows Week of Service, where attorney members (Fellows) across the state of Ohio commit to participate in an act of service.

March 09, 2021 - Ohio State Bar Foundation Announces New Officers and Members of 2021 Board of Trustees

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) is pleased to welcome its new 2021 Board of Trustees.

December 08, 2020 - Ohio State Bar Foundation awards more than $400,000 to Ohio nonprofits this fall

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) has awarded $444,852 to Ohio nonprofit organizations through its fall grants cycle. Each funded project supports the OSBF’s mission of promoting the pursuit of justice and public understanding of the rule of law.

November 03, 2020 - Ohio State Bar Foundation celebrates Jennifer Himmelein as recipient of John and Ginny Elam Pro Bono Award

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) is pleased to honor Jennifer Himmelein as the recipient of this year’s John and Ginny Elam Pro Bono Award.

October 27, 2020 - Ohio State Bar Foundation names Judge Michael J. Newman recipient of Ritter Award

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) is pleased to announce that the Honorable Michael J. Newman is the recipient of the 2020 Ritter Award. This award is given each year to recognize an Ohio attorney’s accomplishments in attaining and promoting the highest standards of professionalism, inte Read Article

October 20, 2020 - Ohio State Bar Foundation names R. Jeffrey Pollock recipient of Ramey Award for Distinguished Community Service

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) has awarded R. Jeffrey Pollock, of Cleveland, with its 2020 Ramey Award for Distinguished Community Service. This award is given each year to an Ohio attorney whose career has been exemplified by dedication to public and community service, integrity, honor, co Read Article

October 14, 2020 - Ohio State Bar Foundation names Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association recipient of Outstanding Program or Organization Award

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) has awarded the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association (CMBA) with its 2020 Outstanding Program or Organization Award. This award is given each year to a program or organization that promotes education of, access to, and improvements in the Ohio justice system Read Article

October 13, 2020 - Ohio State Bar Foundation to highlight alarming rate of foster youth who fall prey to human traffickers

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) is launching a virtual symposium, On the Margin: Foster Youth at Risk for Human Trafficking, on October 20 at 4:00 PM.

October 06, 2020 - OSBF announces recipient of 2020 Statewide Community Service Award for Attorneys 40 and Under

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) has awarded Katrina Thompson, of Columbus, with its 2020 Statewide Community Service Award for Attorneys 40 and Under. This award is given each year to an Ohio attorney, age 40 and under, who contributes substantial time and effort in volunteering within his o Read Article

October 01, 2020 - Ohio State Bar Foundation announces recipients of phase I of its $500,000 Racial Justice Initiative grant

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) is awarding a $15,000 grant to the Health Policy Institute of Ohio and giving a $25,000 sponsorship to the Community Arts Project through its new up to $500,000 Racial Justice Initiative.

August 04, 2020 - Ohio State Bar Foundation announces new $500,000 Racial Justice Initiative

For the first time in its history, the Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) is providing up to $500,000 in grant funding exclusively to support initiatives focused on long-lasting impact and institutional change for racial justice.

June 24, 2020 - Ohio State Bar Foundation welcomes new class of Fellows

A new group of Ohio attorneys has joined the Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) through its honorary Fellows Program.

May 20, 2020 - Ohio State Bar Foundation awards more than $300,000 to Ohio nonprofits

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) awarding $320,000 to eight Ohio nonprofit organizations through its Spring Grants Cycle. Each funded project supports the OSBF’s mission of promoting the pursuit of justice and public understanding of the rule of law.

April 08, 2020 - Christopher Teodosio honored for community service by Ohio State Bar Foundation

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) has awarded Christopher Teodosio with its District 11 Community Service Award for Attorneys 40 and Under.

April 08, 2020 - Bryan Conaway honored for community service by Ohio State Bar Foundation

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) has awarded Bryan Conaway with its District 15 Community Service Award for Attorneys 40 and Under.

April 08, 2020 - Lee Heckman honored for community service by Ohio State Bar Foundation

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) has awarded Lee Heckman with its District 9 Community Service Award for Attorneys 40 and Under.

April 08, 2020 - Jaclyn Vary honored for community service by Ohio State Bar Foundation

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) has awarded Jaclyn Vary with its District 12 Community Service Award for Attorneys 40 and Under.

April 08, 2020 - Judge E. Gerald Parker Jr. honored for community service by Ohio State Bar Foundation

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) has awarded Judge E. Gerald Parker Jr. with its District 2 Community Service Award for Attorneys 40 and Under.

March 04, 2020 - Matthew Wagner honored for community service by Ohio State Bar Foundation

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) has honored Matthew Wagner with its District 1 Community Service Award for Attorneys 40 and Under.

February 26, 2020 - Katrina Thompson honored for community service by Ohio State Bar Foundation

On Monday, February 24, the Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) honored Katrina Thompson with its District 7 Community Service Award for Attorneys 40 and Under in Columbus.

February 20, 2020 - Ohio State Bar Foundation announces new officers and members of Board of Trustees

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) is pleased to welcome four new members to its Board of Trustees this year. The Trustees are composed of volunteers who provide leadership for all aspects of the Foundation, including awarding of grants, selection of award recipients, and guidance in finance, m Read Article

December 05, 2019 - Ohio State Bar Foundation announces 2019 fall grant recipients

The Ohio State Bar Foundation is awarding $454,648 to 13 Ohio nonprofit organizations with unique projects across the state through its Fall Grants Cycle. Each project fulfills the OSBF’s mission of promoting the pursuit of justice and public understanding of the rule of law.

September 24, 2019 - Ohio State Bar Foundation Announces 2019 Award Winners

The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) is pleased to announce four honorees to be recognized at its Annual Awards Dinner, October 4, 2019, at The Exchange at Bridge Park, Dublin.