The Dorsey & Whitney Foundation, established in 1982 by partners of Dorsey & Whitney LLP, is committed to supporting charitable causes in the communities where Dorsey attorneys and their families live and work. It focuses on contributing to the cultural, civic, educational, and social welfare within these communities, with special emphasis on providing legal services to the disadvantaged and supporting organizations where Dorsey partners are actively involved as board members and volunteers.
The Dorsey & Whitney Foundation prioritizes support for charitable organizations in communities where Dorsey & Whitney LLP attorneys are active. The Foundation gives preference to arts, cultural, legal, and community service organizations, especially those where Dorsey attorneys serve in significant roles. Through direct grants and a matching gift program, the Foundation offers general operating support, though it selectively considers capital and endowment support requests. The Foundation highly values the involvement of its attorneys in recipient organizations, reflecting their diverse interests and commitment to community welfare.