Foundation of the Monroe County Bar

10/09/2026

Just TWO weeks until Jazz for Justice!

We're getting excited for the 15th Annual Jazz for Justice on Friday, October 23, and our silent auction is shaping up to be a great one. Below is a sneak peek at just a few of the fantastic items up for bid, including artwork, gift baskets, dining experiences, golf, Buffalo Bills memorabilia, and more!

Be sure to join us for a fun evening of live jazz from Eastman School of Music musicians, delicious food, great company, and a chance to support the important work of the Foundation of the Monroe County Bar.

📅 Friday, October 23 | 5:30–8:00 p.m.
📍 The Commissary at Sibley Square

There's still time to register here: https://mcba.org/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=346665&evSubAction=listMonth&calmonth=202610

07/23/2026

🎷 Help Make Jazz for Justice 2026 a Success!🎷

The Foundation of the Monroe County Bar is seeking volunteers to serve on the Jazz for Justice Committee as we begin planning our signature fundraising event on Friday, October 23, 2026, at The Commissary at Sibley Square.

Committee members play an important role in making Jazz for Justice a success by helping with:
• Silent auction donations and packages
• Sponsorship outreach
• Food and beverage coordination
• Volunteer organization
• Event décor and setup
• And much more!

✨ Committee members receive a complimentary ticket to Jazz for Justice.

Whether you have a few hours to contribute or would like to be involved throughout the planning process, we'd be grateful for your help. Your involvement directly supports the Foundation's work to expand access to justice, provide civic education, and strengthen our community through grants to organizations making a meaningful impact.

Interested in joining the committee? Contact Liz Novak at [email protected] to be added to the committee list. We'll be in touch with details about our first planning meeting.

We hope you'll consider joining us as we prepare for another outstanding Jazz for Justice! 🎶⚖️

05/28/2026

We hope to see you tonight at Flight W**e Bar! 20% of your purchases between 5:30 and 7 p.m. go to YOUR Foundation.

Join us for an evening that brings our legal community together and gives back in a meaningful way.

The Foundation of the Monroe County Bar Association invites you to Raise a Glass to Our Community: An Evening Benefiting Your Bar Foundation. Join us for a special fundraiser supporting programs that make a real difference across Rochester and Monroe County.

📅 Thursday, May 28, 2026
⏰ 5:30 – 7:00 PM
📍 Flight W**e Bar (262 Exchange Blvd.)

Enjoy great food, drinks, and conversation — while supporting impactful initiatives like the DEAFund, Rochester Teen Court, CASA, Empire Justice Center, the Legal Aid Society of Rochester, and more. Best of all, 20% of all purchases during the evening will directly benefit the Foundation.

This is one of those easy “yes” events—come as you are, bring a colleague or friend, and know that simply showing up helps strengthen access to justice and support vital community programs.

No RSVP needed -- We hope to see you there!

Add to your calendar here: https://mcba.org/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=323152&evSubAction=listAll

03/19/2026

Join us for an evening that brings our legal community together and gives back in a meaningful way.

The Foundation of the Monroe County Bar Association invites you to Raise a Glass to Our Community: An Evening Benefiting Your Bar Foundation. Join us for a special fundraiser supporting programs that make a real difference across Rochester and Monroe County.

📅 Thursday, May 28, 2026
⏰ 5:30 – 7:00 PM
📍 Flight W**e Bar (262 Exchange Blvd.)

Enjoy great food, drinks, and conversation — while supporting impactful initiatives like the DEAFund, Rochester Teen Court, CASA, Empire Justice Center, the Legal Aid Society of Rochester, and more. Best of all, 20% of all purchases during the evening will directly benefit the Foundation.

This is one of those easy “yes” events—come as you are, bring a colleague or friend, and know that simply showing up helps strengthen access to justice and support vital community programs.

No RSVP needed -- We hope to see you there!

Add to your calendar here: https://mcba.org/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=323152&evSubAction=listAll

02/02/2026

The Foundation of the Monroe County Bar is now accepting grant applications through March 31.

Through these grants, the Foundation supports nonprofit organizations and programs that:
-- Expand access to justice
-- Provide legal education
-- Strengthen and serve our community

Grant information and the application are available here:
🔗 https://mcba.org/?pg=GrantApplication

The Foundation’s ability to give back is made possible by the generosity of our members. If you’re able, please consider supporting this work with a donation: https://mcba.org/?pg=FoundationDonation

Together, we can continue to invest in programs that advance justice and serve those most in need.

12/02/2025

On this Giving Tuesday, please consider making an end-of-year donation to the Foundation of the Monroe County Bar here: https://mcba.org/?pg=contributions&cpAction=showDetail&pid=188&cid=239.

A gift to the Monroe County Bar Foundation helps strengthen community access to justice through programs like Rochester Teen Court, DEAFund, Ticket2Ride, CASA, and Willow Domestic Violence Center.

Thank you for your support!

10/27/2025

Thank you, Empire Justice Center! We were happy to celebrate with you!

10/27/2025

Thank you to all who showed up to support the Foundation of the Monroe County Bar at its 14th Annual Jazz for Justice fundraising event this past Friday at The Commissary! A big shout out to our sponsors, planning committee, board of directors, donors, volunteers and musicians - we couldn't have done it without you. Congratulations to Katherine (Katie) Courtney on receiving the 2025 Humanitarian Award! Photos courtesy of Zac Ruetz!

10/27/2025

10/27/2025