Venable Foundation Annual Report | FY2021

“B.E.S.T. is a life-changing organization that provides opportunities for students to achieve their full potential. Without a B.E.S.T. scholarship that allowed me to switch high schools, I probably would not be where I am today.” Nikki J. Kerman, Counsel Board member, Baltimore Educational Scholarship Trust Getting Involved As always, the Venable Foundation is appreciative of the firm’s equity partnership, which funds these grants to the greater nonprofit community. Their annual contributions demonstrate the firm’s collective dedication and unwavering commitment to supporting the good work of the Foundation. By helping individuals and organizations connect with opportunities, resources, and each other, the firm’s impact reaches far beyond day-to-day business operations. Our attorneys are deeply engaged in community affairs through leadership roles, volunteer work, and other civic initiatives. We are proud to announce that of our total grantee pool for 2021, 60% of those awarded organizations either have a Venable attorney on their board or have our attorneys engaged in other ways. “Since my involvement with The I Have A Dream Foundation began in 2013, I’ve seen how the organization is uniquely built to assist children from underprivileged backgrounds at early ages and provide mentorship and guidance from elementary school through college. Its track record of success is unparalleled, opening doors for many who would otherwise find it shut.” William J. Briggs, II , Partner I Have a Dream Foundation-L.A.