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BROOKLYN WOMENS BAR ASSOCIATION FOUNDATION

NEW YORK, NY · EIN 823137656 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE T30 · Philanthropy & Grantmaking · Micro (<$100K) · bwbafoundation.org
revenue
$16K
expenses
$11K
net assets
$36K
employees
mission · from form 990

ELIMINATE GENDER BIAS

profile · synthesized from sources

The Brooklyn Women's Bar Association Foundation supports women in Brooklyn, particularly those pursuing legal careers, through scholarships and professional development programs. It focuses on advancing women in the legal profession and promoting public service. Founded in 2018, the organization provides financial support and networking opportunities to help women achieve educational and career goals in law.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

Hon. Sylvia Hinds-Radix Public Interest Scholarship
Provides financial support to final-year Brooklyn Law School students with a demonstrated interest in public service and the advancement of women in the law
Women's Professional Conference
Hosts annual events featuring workshops and keynote speakers focused on networking, communication skills, and career advancement for women legal professionals
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Legal Profession Standards Advocacy 1 activity
    • Advocating to eliminate gender bias in the legal profession
      Engages in advocacy efforts aimed at eliminating gender bias within the legal system and advancing equity for women in the legal profession.
  • Legal Education Scholarships and Fellowships 1 activity
    • Awarding the Hon. Sylvia Hinds-Radix Scholarship to Brooklyn Law School students
      Funds an annual scholarship for final-year Brooklyn Law School students who demonstrate commitment to public service and advancing women in the legal profession, based on merit, financial need, and dedication to the field. The scholarship was established with over $100,000 in raised funds.
  • Professional Networking Events 1 activity
    • Hosting professional development conferences and networking events for women in law and business
      Organizes conferences and cocktail events featuring keynotes and panels on career advancement, communication, personal branding, and growth, offering CLE credit and networking opportunities for women in law and business.
  • Legal Education and Career Pipeline Programs 1 activity
    • Operating an educational pipeline program for first-generation Americans interested in law
      Runs an educational initiative to introduce first-generation Americans to the legal profession, aiming to increase diversity and access in the field.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$16K
Contributions & grants$16K100%
Program service revenue
Investment income
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$11K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out$8K
balance sheet
Total assets$36K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$36K
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue -72.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 5
  • ALECIA WALTERS-HINDS ESQ — DIRECTOR
  • CLAIRE RUSH ESQ — DIRECTOR
  • HELENE BLANK ESQ — DIRECTOR
  • MARSHA L STEINHARDT — DIRECTOR
  • SUSAN MAURO ESQ — DIRECTOR
relationships · 9

Who they work with

  • Brooklyn Law School Partner — Hosted events at its campus and is the institution for scholarship recipients
  • Brooklyn Law School Partner — Provides scholarships to final-year students at Brooklyn Law School.
  • Brooklyn Women's Bar Association Network — Operates as the foundation arm of the Brooklyn Women's Bar Association.
  • Brooklyn Women's Bar Association Partner — Co-presented events and collaborates on scholarship initiatives
  • Brooklyn Women’s Bar Association Partner — Co-sponsors the Hon. Sylvia Hinds-Radix Law School Scholarship as part of its foundation's initiatives.
  • District Attorney - Kings County Government — Supported the 'Build & Grow' event
  • Eleanor's Legacy Partner — Supported the 'Moving on Up' event as a named supporter
  • National Association of Women Judges Partner — Supported the 'Moving on Up' event as a named supporter
  • Women's Bar Association of the State of New York Network — Brooklyn Women's Bar Association is a founding chapter of WBASNY, with which the foundation is affiliated
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Advancement of Women in the Legal Profession through Targeted Scholarships
    methodology: scholarship_program
    By providing scholarships to final-year law students who demonstrate merit, financial need, and dedication to public service, we increase the pipeline of women—particularly those committed to equity and justice—into the legal profession, because financial and institutional support at critical transition points reduces attrition and promotes long-term career advancement.
  • Educational Pipeline Development for Underrepresented Groups
    methodology: educational_pipeline
    By implementing an educational pipeline model, we increase access to the legal profession for first-generation Americans, because early and sustained support helps overcome systemic barriers related to socioeconomic status, immigration background, and lack of familial legal experience.
  • Gender Equity Advocacy and Grantmaking for Systemic Change
    methodology: gender-equity advocacy
    By engaging in advocacy and grantmaking, we address systemic gender inequity in the legal profession and beyond, because targeted funding and policy engagement enable structural reforms that expand access, equity, and representation for women.
  • Peer Learning and Mentorship to Advance Women's Careers
    methodology: peer-learning_and_mentorship
    By creating structured spaces for peer learning, mentorship, and skill-building, we strengthen professional networks and career advancement for women in law and business, because peer-supported development fosters resilience, knowledge transfer, and access to opportunities that may otherwise be limited by systemic barriers.