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Your gift to the HNBA VIA Fund supports critical programming such as scholarships, mentorship, and leadership development. Every contribution fuels our mission to create fairness and opportunity in the legal profession.

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Support the Next Generation of Legal Leaders

Your contribution to the HNBA VIA Fund helps us advance fairness, education, and leadership in the legal profession. Whether you’re passionate about uplifting Latina leaders, supporting law students, or expanding LGBT representation in the law—you can make a direct impact.

Featured Funds

Scholarships & Student Support

Help eliminate barriers for aspiring lawyers. Your gift supports law student scholarships, bar prep stipends, and student engagement opportunities across the country.

Moot Court Competition

Support the future of legal advocacy through our Uvaldo Herrera National Moot Court Competition. Your gift ensures travel assistance, awards, and professional development for competitors celebrating our 30th year in 2025!

Latina Commission

Invest in Latina excellence. Support the Latina Commission’s flagship programs including the Latina Executive Leadership Program, Leadership Academy, and Pearls of Wisdom panels.

LGBT Division

Help us create welcoming spaces and opportunities for LGBTQ+ legal professionals. Your gift supports leadership summits, scholarships, and year-round visibility and engagement for our
LGBTQ+ members.

Fernando J. Rivero Public Sector Service Fund

Support public sector attorneys who serve our communities. This fund helps cover the costs of attending HNBA/VIA conferences—including registration, travel, and/or lodging—for attorneys working in government, legal aid, or public interest roles.

Where It’s Needed Most

Want to support the broadest impact? A general gift helps us meet urgent needs, sustain vital programs, and remain flexible as we respond to opportunities throughout the year.

Hear from Our Donors

“I am at a place in my career where I can and should give back to the community. My mother, Marie Romaine Gutierrez (McDonnell), inspired all of her children through a relentless pursuit of higher education (earning multiple Masters Degrees) and career advancement in the face of societal and personal challenges. She could not be stopped. My gift to the HNBA VIA Vision in Action Fund is made in her honor.”
Brendan Gutierrez McDonnell