WisTAF announces 2023-2024 grants for civil legal assistance related to domestic violence and sexual abuse

Hundreds of survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse will achieve safety and independence through legal assistance grants awarded by the Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation, Inc. (WisTAF). WisTAF will distribute $450,000 to help the organizations below address related civil legal needs for people unable to pay for the services of an attorney. more

WisTAF announces $7.4 million in COVID-related grant awards

The Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation determined grant awards in the state's COVID-related legal assistance program. WisTAF's Board of Directors decided at its October 14 meeting to make the following grants available. The State of Wisconsin created the grant program earlier in 2022 and named WisTAF the fund administrator. more

WisTAF disburses legal assistance for Afghan evacuees

Total payments will top $670,000 in federal funds MADISON — The Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation (WisTAF) today distributed funds that allow people who evacuated Afghanistan to pursue necessary legal avenues to stability and self-sufficiency. The disbursements are the first in the Afghan Immigration-Related Legal Assistance grant program. WisTAF launched the program using federal funds, in partnership with state government. more

WisTAF awards $450,000 in Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse Legal Assistance Grants

Hundreds of survivors of violence and abuse will achieve safety and independence through legal assistance grants announced today. The Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation, Inc. (WisTAF), will distribute $450,000 in Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse (DVSA) Legal Services funding to twelve organizations around the state. These grant recipients will help survivors accomplish critical legal tasks for themselves and their families. more