[Bigglesworth Family Foundation](https://www.bigglesworthff.org)

Rolling (Access Grants) | Cyclical (Other grant types; check program page)

Access Grants: $1,000–$3,500 each (max $5,000/year/org); other grants vary by type

Supports organizations and projects that enhance access to legal services and strengthen the legal services sector.

LOI required for most grants; Access Grants have streamlined, rapid review.

--- ## Description The Bigglesworth Family Foundation offers Legal Services Grants to support organizations and initiatives that improve access to legal services, particularly for underserved and underrepresented communities. Funding is available for a range of activities, including general operating support, innovative and replicable projects, sector-supporting efforts (such as technical assistance, research, and advocacy), recruitment and retention of legal services professionals, and capacity-building through Access Grants. The foundation prioritizes unique, impactful, and sustainable initiatives that address community legal needs and contribute to the broader legal services ecosystem. --- ## Due Dates - **Access Grants:** Rolling submission; applications are reviewed within 30 days. - **Other Legal Services Grants:** Cyclical submission periods; Letters of Inquiry (LOI) are required and reviewed at the end of each submission window. Invitations to submit a full application are sent after LOI review. - Check the [Legal Services Grant Application Process](https://www.bigglesworthff.org/legal-service-application-process) page for current and upcoming deadlines. --- ## Funding Amount - **Access Grants:** $1,000–$3,500 per grant, with a maximum of two applications and $5,000 total funding per organization per calendar year. - **Other Grant Types:** Amounts vary depending on the type and scope of the project (details not always specified publicly). - Funding is intended to be "right sized" for the organization's needs and the proposed impact. --- ## Eligibility - **Primary Focus:** Organizations working in the legal services sector, especially those enhancing access for underserved communities. - **Eligible Entities:** - Legal services organizations (including those in "legal deserts") - Sector-supporting organizations (e.g., support centers, think tanks, design labs) - Organizations with innovative, replicable projects in legal services - **Access Grants:** Only organizations closely aligned with legal services are eligible; other applicants will not be considered. - **Other Requirements:** Eligibility may vary by grant type (budget size, fiscal year, geographic focus). --- ## Application Process - **Step 1:** Review the [grant guidelines](https://www.bigglesworthff.org/legal-service-application-process) and determine which grant type best fits your project. - **Step 2:** Submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) for all grant types except Access Grants. - LOIs are required for both new and returning applicants. - Feedback and invitations to submit a full application are provided after LOI review. - **Step 3:** If invited, submit a full application via the online grantee portal. - **Step 4:** For Access Grants, complete the [streamlined application](https://www.bigglesworthff.org/access-application-pro) directly; review occurs within 30 days. - **Reporting:** All grantees must submit a report on the funded project or general operating support impact within 6–8 months of grant distribution. --- ## Additional Information - **Access Grants:** Designed for rapid response and capacity-building needs; limited to two applications and $5,000 per organization per year. - **Advocacy Grants:** Support advocacy efforts for the legal services sector, but not lobbying for new laws or candidates. - **Sector Support:** Includes technical assistance, research, training, and recruitment/retention programs. - **No Unsolicited Proposals:** The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests outside of the described process. --- ## External Links - [Bigglesworth Family Foundation homepage](https://www.bigglesworthff.org) - [Legal Services Grant Application Process](https://www.bigglesworthff.org/legal-service-application-process) - [Access Grants information](https://www.bigglesworthff.org/access) - [Apply for an Access Grant](https://www.bigglesworthff.org/access-application-pro) - [Examples of Access Grants](https://www.bigglesworthff.org/access-portfolio) - [Grantee Portal](https://www.bigglesworthff.org/grantee-area) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Details | |-------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Foundation Address | 1012 Torney Ave, San Francisco, CA 94129, United States | | General Info | [Bigglesworth Family Foundation](https://www.bigglesworthff.org) | | Application Portal | [Grantee Area](https://www.bigglesworthff.org/grantee-area) | For additional questions, use the online contact forms or links provided on the foundation's website.

Legal Services Grants - Bigglesworth Family Foundation

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