The Barbara McDowell and Gerald S. Hartman Foundation aims to enhance the economic well-being and social conditions of disadvantaged groups in the U.S. through grantmaking to organizations that pursue systemic litigation and by coordinating pro bono litigation via their High Impact Litigation Project. Established in honor of Barbara McDowell, an advocate for social justice reforms, the foundation supports diverse causes through social justice litigation, continuing Barbara's legacy since 2009.
The Barbara McDowell and Gerald S. Hartman Foundation Grant focuses on supporting litigation costs across a wide range of social justice issues, in line with Barbara McDowell's life work and beliefs. Grants are specifically allocated for litigation expenses, including attorney fees, highlighting their commitment to legally challenging injustices. The foundation concentrates on several focus areas including Access to Benefits, Children's Rights, Disability Rights, Discrimination, Domestic Violence, Due Process, Homelessness, Housing, Native American Rights, Prisoner's Rights, Refugee and Immigration Rights, Voting Rights, and Veterans' Rights. These areas showcase the foundation's broad commitment to tackling systemic legal challenges to promote social justice.
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