The Texas Bar Foundation (TBF) has awarded a $15,000 grant to the San Antonio Bar Foundation (SABF) to expand public awareness of SALawHelp.org, a free online hub that helps Bexar County residents better understand their legal issues and connect with trusted legal resources, according to a press release.
The site empowers residents to become informed consumers of legal services by helping them learn about their rights, understand how attorneys and courts operate, and determine whether they qualify for free or reduced-fee legal aid. The site also connects users with qualified local attorneys who practice in the specific area of law they need. By increasing public understanding of the legal process, the SABF aims to enhance access to justice, helping individuals manage expectations and navigate their cases with confidence and clarity.
“We are grateful to the Texas Bar Foundation for their trust and support,” said SABF Chair Patricia Vargas in a press release. “By raising awareness of SALawHelp.org, we empower individuals and families to find clear, trustworthy information and connect with qualified professionals when they need it most.”
Since its inception in 1965, the TBF has awarded more than $30 million in grants to law-related programs. Supported by members of the State Bar of Texas, the foundation is one of the nation’s largest charitably funded bar organizations.
For more information about the SABF, go to sanantoniobar.org/?pg=FoundationHome, call the SABF at 210-227-8822 or email comm@sabar.org. For more information about the TBF, go to txbf.org.