The Oklahoma Bar Journal September 2024

BRINGING JUSTICE HOME: SUPPORTING OKLAHOMA FAMILIES

ADDRESSING LEGAL NEEDS IN OKLAHOMA Did you know that more than 800,000 people in Oklahoma live with household incomes below 125% of the federal poverty level? For a family of three, this translates to trying to survive on just $25,820 a year. These families often face significant legal challenges that can further jeopardize their stability and well- being. Alarmingly, 92% of legal needs go unmet among low-income families, leaving them vulnerable and without necessary support. THE OKLAHOMA BAR FOUNDATION’S COMMITMENT The OBF Board of Trustees invites all attorneys and law firms to join our 2024 Community Partners campaign, “Bringing Justice Home: Supporting Oklahoma Families.” Your contribution will directly fund nonprofit legal programs that provide crucial support to those in need. HOW YOUR SUPPORT CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE Your partnership will help fund nonprofit legal programs that: Protect Children: Ensure babies are safe and that abused and neglected children receive legal representation Aid Domestic Violence Victims: Provide domestic violence victims with access to attorneys and court advocates Support Vulnerable Populations: Assist refugees, homeless people and families involved in court-ordered diversion programs with the help of attorneys and case managers Additionally, your support will help fund: Court Technology Upgrades: Grants for technology upgrades in county courts, improving courtroom experiences for judges, attorneys and case participants Law Student Scholarships: Scholarships for Oklahoma law school students to support their educa tion and future careers Court Reporter Stipends: Stipends to encourage court reporters to work in rural Oklahoma courts that lack reporter services ENSURING JUSTICE FOR ALL OKLAHOMANS These initiatives are essential for carrying out our vision to ensure justice is possible for all Oklahomans. We would greatly appreciate your partnership, advocacy and commitment. Together, we can bring justice home for Oklahoma families. More information about the partners giving programs is available on the next page.

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