What We Do CAN Make a Difference
What we do can Make a Difference – At Ardis Law, we are dedicated to leveraging our legal expertise to make a meaningful impact in society. Our firm operates with a strong commitment to sustainability, responsibility, and public service. Central to our mission is providing greater access to quality legal services, including pro bono efforts that support underserved communities and charitable causes close to the hearts of our Team Members. Ardis and its team members support a wide array of social causes both individually and as a company. For more information, see our News & Highlights page under "More +" in the menu.
Charity Partners
AfriNov is a Kenyan-based charity that sends trained peacekeepers to rural tribal communities to provide preventative conflict resolution training and workshops to assist (particularly women in the communities) in establishing culturally respectful methodologies for non-violent co-existence. Two years ago, AfriNov identified a gap in their services – the need for trained mediators to assist with conflicts that had already arisen in and amongst these communities. Ardis has established a partnership with AfriNov by providing scholarships for trained AfriNov peacemakers to become certified mediators through the Mediation Training Institute of East Africa (the same program where Ardis founder, Michele Stumpe was certified).
The Alma Domestic Violence Foundation, formerly Alma G. Davis Foundation, was founded in 2005 by Alma G. Davis as a result of her own personal trials and triumphs with domestic violence. “Having received my own first set of black eyes at the tender age of 14, I felt it was only right to reach back and grab those who are pushing their way forward,” says founder Alma G. Davis. Now a respected businesswoman and community leader, Davis has made it her passion to uplift women and teen survivors. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the foundation serves thousands of victims at 64 facilities across the state. Alma is a safe haven for all--ready to save and assist in the rebuilding process to ensure victims can be survivors. Ardis is proud to provide pro bono legal services and volunteer support for this great organization. To learn more, click HERE
Children of Conservation was co-founded by Ardis leaders Kerry Stumpe and Michele Stumpe along with friend and client, Myrna Antar of Novare Events. Many iconic African animals will become extinct within our lifetimes. The primary threats are hunting, habitat loss and disease. Chimpanzees and gorillas are hunted as a source of meat. In addition, entire families are killed to satisfy an ever-growing foreign pet trade. Elephants and rhinos are killed for their tusks and horns. Deforestation by foreign investors results in habitat loss for all these animals. Children of Conservation is dedicated to the conservation and protection of endangered species through education, habitat preservation and wildlife sanctuary and conservation worker support. Children of Conservation has provided over 2000 educational scholarships to children throughout Africa supporting approximately 450 kids every year. The organization has also built 2 schools in Zambia where it also supports a school lunch program for over 200 kids every school day. To learn more, click HERE
Ardis co-founder and Managing Partner, Michele Stumpe, was a co-founder of the Atlanta based charity, the Giving Kitchen. She remains a Trustee and the firm continues to provide pro bono legal services to this great organization that is so near and dear to so many of the industry members that our law firm serves. The mission of the Giving Kitchen is to provide emergency assistance to food service workers through financial support and a network of community resources. Ardis is proud to provide pro bono legal services and other support for this great organization that serves the needs of so many of our clients. To learn more, click HERE.
Les Dames d’Escoffier International is a philanthropic organization of women who are leaders in the culinary field. Ardis Managing Partner, Michele Stumpe, was the first professional outside of the culinary industry to be inducted as a member into the Atlanta Chapter. However, her commitment to the hospitality industry and to providing added value to her clients in that industry made her an asset to the organization. The Atlanta chapter (LDEI-Atlanta), founded in 1996, has more than 145 members who are professional chefs, restaurateurs and caterers, farmers, food retailers, event planners, cookbook authors, food journalists, wine industry professionals, food publicists, culinary educators and hospitality executives. Ardis is proud to provide pro bono legal services and other support for this great organization that serves the needs of so many of our clients. To learn more, click HERE.
OnBoard aims to increase the number of women in executive leadership and on corporate boards, driving business and societal value through diversity of thought, experiences, and leadership. OnBoard is the foremost strategic partner and recognized leader for empowering women to advance their careers and serve on corporate boards with demonstrated results in for-profit board placements, ongoing research progress, and the cultivation of a committed and engaged community. Ardis is proud to provide pro bono legal services and other support for this great organization. To learn more, click HERE.
PASA is an alliance of 23 wildlife centers throughout the African continent. Due to habitat loss and poverty, rural communities often have conflict with wildlife that threatens crops or enters into land inhabited by humans. Ardis works with PASA to provide training and workshops to PASA’s members on how to deal with these unique conflicts and engage in healthy discussions to find solutions that benefit both the communities and the environment. Ardis Founder and Managing Partner is the President of PASA and has served as a board member for over 10 years. Ardis is proud to provide pro bono legal services and volunteer support for this great organization. To learn more, click HERE
Save the Elephants works to secure a future for elephants. Specialising in elephant research, they provide scientific insights into elephant behaviour, intelligence, and long-distance movements and apply them to the challenges of elephant survival and harmonious coexistence with humanity. High-tech tracking helps plan landscapes while low-tech beehive fences, among other tools, provide people and communities living with elephants with protection as well as income. Education and outreach programmes share these insights with local communities as the true custodians of this rich heritage. Save the Elephants runs the Elephant Crisis Fund in partnership with the Wildlife Conservation Network, providing flexible and responsive support to NGOs combatting the ivory trade, promoting human-elephant coexistence, and protecting elephant landscapes. Ardis Law is proud to provide pro bono legal support for this important cause. To learn more, click HERE
OTHER PROJECTS
We also support organizations like:
Chimpanzee Conservation Wildlife Sanctuary
Giving Tree Life
Kate's Club
High Museum
and more