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Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation

Last updated Jun 2026

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The Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation is the 501(c)(3) charitable arm of Oregon Women Lawyers, working to advance equity, inclusion, and belonging in the Oregon legal profession and to promote access to justice for underserved people. It awards signature grants supporting law students and bar applicants. This is a grantmaking and professional-support organization rather than a direct legal aid provider; engage via the website.

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