Washington, DC (December 29, 2025) -- The Venable Foundation, the philanthropic arm of law firm Venable LLP, announced its last round of giving for 2025—$1.5 million in grants to 159 U.S.-based nonprofits—bringing its total for the year to nearly $4.1 million and 465 organizations.
“We are proud to support the important work of so many wonderful organizations,” said Bob Waldman, president, Venable Foundation. “These organizations are impacting our communities in meaningful ways, and we’re honored to be their partners.”
The following are the total charitable grants* and donations for the year:
- $1,301,000 to 147 organizations in Washington, DC
- $1,157,500 to 111 organizations in Baltimore
- $742,000 to 100 organizations in New York City
- $526,000 to 67 organizations in Los Angeles
- $157,500 to 27 organizations in Chicago
- $156,000 to 26 organizations in San Francisco
- $117,500 to 18 organizations in Miami
- $40,000 to 7 organizations in Denver
*Totals may reflect multiple grant donations to the same organizations.
“These organizations are at the forefront of addressing critical needs, and their impact inspires us to continue expanding our reach and deepening our support,” added Michael Bigley, director, Venable Foundation. “We look forward to reviewing next year’s applications.”
Grants are given to nonprofits that align with one of the firm’s eight focus areas—arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services, legal services, workforce development, and youth impact—and are located in a city where the firm operates. While grant amounts may vary, the average amount given is $10,000. The next application deadline is February 2. The submission form and a complete list of grant recipients can be found here.
The Venable Foundation is one of the largest law firm foundations in the United States, with more than four decades of impact, and is regularly recognized and ranked as one of the most charitable law firms. The Foundation is proudly funded by the partners of Venable.
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