How much funding does John A. Meehan Citizenship Institute Fund provide?

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When is the deadline for John A. Meehan Citizenship Institute Fund?

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Who is eligible for John A. Meehan Citizenship Institute Fund?

Eligible applicants: Completed second year of a PA law school, OR.

How often is John A. Meehan Citizenship Institute Fund offered?

John A. Meehan Citizenship Institute Fund runs on an annual cycle.

John A. Meehan Citizenship Institute Fund

Allegheny County Bar Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Nonprofits Grants for Immigration Nonprofits

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

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Eligible organizations

Completed second year of a PA law school, OR

Other requirements

Child of a member of the ACBA who is returning to Pittsburgh for the summer
Eligible to be certified to appear in court pursuant to Pa
Bar Admission Rule 321

Overview

Purpose: Assist low-income immigrants applying for citizenship and inspire them to be active and knowledgeable participants in the American political process through classes provided through the Citizenship Institute.

Background: Meehan, spouse of ACBA member Jackie Martinez, who was passionate about empowering new citizens through voting and understanding of U.S. Government, court, and electoral systems.

Program Details:

Meehan Citizenship Institute Fellows work alongside attorneys at the Jewish Family & Community Services Immigration Legal Services team
Assist individuals in need of advice relating to legal immigration matters
Focus on low-income immigrants

Geographic Scope: Pittsburgh, PA area; Pennsylvania law schools

Contact:

Address: 400 Koppers Building, 436 Seventh Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219
Phone: (412) 402-6640
Email: lorie.albert@acbf.org

How to Apply

Application Requirements

Eligibility Criteria:

Completed second year of a PA law school, OR
Child of a member of the ACBA who is returning to Pittsburgh for the summer
Eligible to be certified to appear in court pursuant to Pa. Bar Admission Rule 321

Contact for Application:

Phone: (412) 402-6640
Email: lorie.albert@acbf.org

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What Allegheny County Bar Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 20
Total given: $190K
Median grant: $9,299
Range: $5,812–$22K

By dollars: Pennsylvania 100%. Top recipient cities: Pittsburgh, PA; Duquesne, PA; Allison Park, PA.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
10% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.