Dear BALIF Members and Supporters:

For over 40 years, BALIF has been the heart of LGBTQ+ legal advocacy in the Bay Area — mentoring queer law students, uplifting LGBTQ+ attorneys, and fighting for representation in the judiciary and beyond.

Today, BALIF is facing a serious funding shortfall. Like many nonprofits right now, we experienced a significant decrease in memberships and donations. Without immediate support, we may be forced to significantly scale back critical programs. But with your help, we can not only sustain our work — we can expand it.

We’re calling on you — our members, allies, and champions — to help us raise $30,000 in the next 30 days to keep our mission going strong. Your donation helps us:

Support LGBTQ+ law students with scholarships and mentorship
Host career-building programs for LGBTQ+ attorneys
Advocate for LGBTQ+ representation in the courts and public service
Fight discrimination wherever it arises — in the law and beyond

Please take a moment to see what we've been working on: Click here for our recent updates and upcoming and past events.

Can’t donate right now? There are still many ways to help:

Renew your BALIF membership
Encourage your organization to sponsor a happy hour or event
Volunteer your organization to host a monthly meeting
Ask your organization to become a Firm Member/Sponsor

With gratitude,
The BALIF Board

P.S. Interested in your organization (a) joining BALIF as a Firm Member/Sponsor or (b) sponsoring a happy hour or event? Contact Raisa at Raisa.Dyadkina@spreadgroup.com.

We’re happy to visit your organization to give a brief presentation on the benefits of partnership and the powerful role you can play in sustaining LGBTQ+ equity in the legal profession.

Help BALIF Continue the Fight for Justice

By Bay Area Lawyers for Individual Freedom

Help BALIF Continue the Fight for Justice

Our Work Can’t Wait. Neither Can Your Support.