DBJ Gives Back
Davis, Bethune & Jones is a proud sponsor of:
LEAP
Through LEAP, the lawyers of Kansas City have raised over $1.8 million for the educational benefit of disadvantaged children. LEAP’s designated beneficiary is Operation Breakthrough. Operation Breakthrough was founded in 1971, and it’s mission is to help children who are living in poverty develop to their fullest potential by providing them with a safe, loving, and educational environment. The center also strives to support and empower the children’s families through advocacy, referral services, and emergency aid.
The Pinky Swear Foundation
DBJ is a proud sponsor of the Pinky Swear Foundation, which was founded with the mission to help families of children battling cancer. Since 2003, the Pinky Swear Foundation has provided more than $20 million in financial assistance and quality-of-life support, helping thousands of families whose children are bravely battling cancer.
JJK Children’s Memorial
DBJ is proud to sponsor The JJK Children’s Memorial, which was conceived with the primary goal of creating a Children’s Reflection/Memorial Garden. DBJ has been working closely with the City of Gladstone, MO. in conjunction with the revitalization of Hobby Hill Park for the past several years to accomplish this goal.
The Soulard School
DBJ is a proud sponsor of The Soulard School, a charter elementary school and independent early childhood program. To learn more about The Soulard School, follow the link below:
Loyola Academy of St. Louis
DBJ is a sponsor of Loyola Academy of St. Louis, a middle school that helps young men facing challenging economic and social circumstances prepare for high school and college.
Tria Health Folds of Honor Pro Am
DBJ sponsored an event benefitting Folds of Honor, a nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships to children and spouses of fallen or disabled members of the U.S. armed forces.
ALS Mid-America Golf Foundation of Kansas City in Partnership with Tom Watson
Tom Watson has a close connection to the ALS community: Bruce Edwards, who was Watson’s caddie through his eight major championships, passed away from ALS in 2004. Well-known for his 39 PGA Tour victories and his Hall of Fame induction in 1988, Watson has been as much of an influence in the charity sphere as he was on the green. He joined forces with Caddy for Life author John Feinstein in 2005 to establish the Bruce Edwards Foundation for ALS Research and is a member of the Robert Packard Center for ALS Research at Johns Hopkins’ inner circle; in both, Watson continues to help lead the fight to find a cure for ALS.
DBJ is the presenting sponsor for the annual Joe McGuff Classic, which has benefited ALS research for the past 14 years. The annual ALS golf tournament originated in 1983 by former Royals player and Baseball Hall of Famer George Brett. When the tournament began, it was known as the George Brett Celebrity Golf Classic. This premier tournament was renamed in honor of the great Kansas City sports writer Joe McGuff in 2003 and has continued the tradition as an exciting event designed to entertain its guests while raising much-needed funds for research and care services.
AWLF
DBJ is a Diamond Sponsor of the Association for Women Lawyers Foundation (AWLF), and it sponsors an AWLF walk/run. AWL exists to provide opportunities, education, and camaraderie; we encourage and support members through all stages of their careers, from law students to senior partners, from associates to judges.
UMKC Law Foundation
DBJ is a proud and consistent sponsor of the UMKC Law Foundation. Scott S. Bethune currently serves as President of the Law Foundation.
Legal Aid of Western Missouri
Legal Aid’s Justice for All Campaign advocated for increased financing and protection for grassroots justice defenders around the world. DBJ is a proud and consistent sponsor of Legal Aid of Western Missouri.
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Foundation
DBJ is a proud supporter of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Foundation. DBJ is a consistent supporter of The annual KCMBF Liberty & Justice Gala, which is the primary fundraising event in support of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Foundation (KCMBF) and its Legal Connection programs: Domestic Violence Alliance, Military Matters, and Student Law Academy.
Eastern Jackson County Bar Association
DBJ is a proud sponsor of the Eastern Jackson County Bar Association’s annual golf tournament.