Bench & Bar July/August 2025

KENTUCKY BAR FOUNDATION

THE KENTUCKY BAR FOUNDATION CELEBRATES Record-Breaking Impact AT 2025 Annual Luncheon

The Kentucky Bar Foundation (KBF) held its annual luncheon during the Kentucky Bar Association Annual Convention. This year’s event was a milestone for the Foundation, featuring a record-setting $311,910 in grants awarded to 34 nonprofit organizations and all three Kentucky law schools—marking the largest distribution in KBF history. “The geographic and pro grammatic diversity of this year’s grantees reflects our commitment to ensuring access to justice for all Kentuckians,” said Sadhna G. True, chair of the KBF Grants Commit tee. “We are proud that this funding reaches every corner of the state, strengthening our legal system and empowering communi ties.” The KBF paid tribute to our newest Fellows (14), Life Fellows (40) and six major donors. KBF expresses its sincere gratitude to Com munity Trust and Investment Company, the 2025 signature sponsor, for their generous support.

Vice President Alben William Barkley Circle Duncan Galloway Greenwald PLLC

Chief Justice Fred Vinson Circle Wilbert L. Ziegler

Justice John Marshall Harlan Circle R. Terry Bennett

Justice John Marshall Harlan Circle David & Ann Denton

Senator Henry Clay Circle Laurance B. VanMeter

Senator Henry Clay Circle Lucy Anne VanMeter

Century Circle R. Harvey Johnston III

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