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ROCK THE FOUNDATION

A Toast to the Twenties​

Rock the Foundation 20 brought guests into a Roaring Twenties inspired evening where vintage glamour met a powerful purpose. The 2026 event marked an Art Deco infused celebration that brought together Cleveland’s bench, bar, and business community in support of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Foundation and its life changing programs.

Throughout the evening, every toast, conversation, and song helped support greater justice, education, and opportunity across our community. Guests enjoyed curated dishes from THYME Catering, an open bar with signature cocktails, live entertainment by a Cleveland Jazz Orchestra quintet, an immersive speakeasy experience with guest activations, photo ops, and much more.

2026 Richard W. Pogue Award

The 2026 Pogue Award was presented at Rock the Foundation 20, honoring Charles A. Bittenbender, former lawyer and current Chair of the Board of Directors of Apollo’s Fire Baroque Orchestra. The Pogue Award is the highest honor bestowed by the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Foundation, recognizing extraordinary leadership and community impact.

Learn more about the 2026 recipient → | Explore the history of the Pogue Award →

Why Your Support Matters

Rock the Foundation is more than a celebration. It is a vital fundraiser for the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Foundation, fueling programs that deliver real, measurable impact across our community. Proceeds from the event support initiatives that:

  • Expand access to justice for individuals and organizations in need

  • Support civic and law-related education for students across Greater Cleveland

  • Invest in the next generation of diverse, civic-minded legal leaders

By attending, sponsoring, or giving, you help ensure these efforts not only continue, but grow, reaching more people and strengthening our legal community for years to come.

See your impact in action → | Learn why your support matters →

Donations

Inspired by the mission of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Foundation? General donations help sustain programs that expand access to justice, support civic education, and invest in future legal leaders throughout our community.

Support the Foundation →

2026 Sponsors

2026 Event Photos 

Explore highlights from Rock the Foundation 20 in our photo gallery, showcasing the celebration, our sponsors and guests, and the vibrant spirit of the evening. 

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