The Washington Business Journal recognized Venable among its 2021 Top Corporate Philanthropists in the Greater Washington region. The firm was ranked sixth among the top 25 large companies by metro-area volunteer hours in 2020. The firm was also recognized among the top large companies by charitable giving, and the top law firms by pro bono hours. The Corporate Philanthropy awards honor the region's most active and inspirational companies and nonprofits that have made a difference in their communities through both financial and volunteer philanthropic work.