The Sam Bernstein Law Firm Giving Guidelines
All applications are evaluated to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, and to
achieve the stated charitable purposes of both our firm and the recipient organization.
Among the purposes we evaluate are those intended to advance our firm's core values of serving our community
and state, addressing a particular social issue, creating opportunities for diverse populations, and
complimenting our firm's professional objectives.
Applicants should demonstrate that they have a workable strategy to accomplish their goal, sufficient cash
reserves to sustain the strategy, and that our giving will not violate state and federal laws and
regulations.
We give priority to organizations based in, and serving the needs of the communities in the State of
Michigan.
We award our gifts and/or donations solely and exclusively based on our internal review and staff
recommendations concerning its proposed use. A formal notification will be sent to the grantee and/or done
once a decision is made regarding the funding.
Our giving represents a one-time gift and/or donation.