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Abbie Bush

(Pictured: Abbie and her family at West Palm Beach, Florida)

Abbie is the Foundation's Director of Civil Legal Assistance Programs.

What do you do?

I started working with the Foundation as an independent contractor during the pandemic while attempting to homeschool a first grader and occupy a two-year-old. Most of my work was done in the evenings, and I treasured the time to be inquisitive and creative in reimagining the Foundation’s role as a funder. Now, as Director of Civil Legal Assistance Programs, I get to focus my energy on expanding access to legal resources through our IOLTA and CLAF grant-making activities, special initiatives like our contract with IHCDA, and vital programs like Indiana Legal Help and the Coalition for Court Access.

Hobbies

Yoga, reading, cooking, baking, and boating in the summer.

Favorite Books

Overall- The Harry Potter series. Recent reads include Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabriella Zevin; The Storyteller by Dave Grohl, and Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng

Favorite Foods

Sushi, churros, seafood, and any roasted vegetable.

Favorite TV Shows

The Crown, Bridgerton, and The Office.

Favorite Podcasts

Up First, Happier with Gretchen Rubin, The Daily, and Even the Rich.

Inspiration

I'm inspired by a good to-do list, nicely folded bath towels, and yard work.

A Little More...

When I’m not at work, I spend most of my time trying to keep up with the energy and intensity of my two sons – Simon (10) and Austin (6). I pride myself on cheering loudly from the sidelines of soccer and basketball games, keeping LEGOs sorted by color, and preparing family meals as often as I can. My husband Shawn and I met at DePauw University and have been married for 17 years. We dream of taking more vacations, renovating our basement, and retiring to someplace warm.