The Foundation is the 501(c)(3) non-profit affiliate of the J.L. Turner Legal Association (“JLTLA”)—Dallas’ African American Bar
Association. The Foundation was created to raise tax deductible donations to support the work and mission of
the JLTLA including, increasing diversity in the legal profession, mentoring, and supporting pipeline initiatives
and continuing legal education. Each year the Foundation awards thousands of dollars for merit and needbased
scholarships to minority law students with ties to the DFW community. We are seeking applicants for
our 2022 scholarship awards. Please share the attached application information with eligible students.
Generally, eligible applicants are required to submit:
(1) Resume and Bio (150 words or less)
(2) Transcript
(3) Writing Sample
(4) Essay
(5) Letter of reference
(6) Headshot/Photo
(7) Financial need statement (if applicable)