Make the promise of justice a reality.
Why Give
40% of eligible clients are turned away due to limited resources
500K+ Minnesotans live in poverty
For every $1 invested in civil legal aid in Minnesota, $4.50 is returned to the community through recovered wages, increased stability and less dependence on public benefits. Your investment changes lives.
The legal needs of low-income people are basic to survival. For people living in poverty, legal services can mean the difference between access to life essentials—food, clothing, and shelter—or going without.
When You Donate To SMRLS, You
ADVOCATE FOR CHILDREN EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES IN SCHOOL.
A parent had been requesting an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) for her son for three years and the school refused to start the process. SMRLS was able to get the school to finally start the evaluation process. According to the student’s parents, the updated IEP and the resulting changes lead to significant improvements by the student.
GIVE HOUSING TO THOSE FACING EVICTION.
SMRLS filed an extension on behalf of a client living in a mobile home park that was illegally closing. SMRLS settled the matter, with the client receiving additional time to move and rent fees covered for a new location. The landlord also agreed to expunge a previous eviction action.
GIVE SAFETY TO A CHILD AND THEIR FAMILY.
SMRLS assisted an unmarried father of four joint children when the mother threatened to take the children out of state. SMRLS filed a petition to establish custody and parenting time for the father who was ultimately granted sole legal and physical custody of the minor children.
PROVIDE ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE.
A pregnant woman who sought medical treatment was facing eviction due to income instability. SMRLS helped get her subsidized housing payment adjusted to a manageable amount until she could find employment compatible with her pregnancy complications. Back rent was paid with the support of a community partner.
GIVE HOPE.
At his age-18 disability redetermination, a client with autism was determined to no longer be disabled and eligible for Supplemental Security Income. SMRLS successfully argued that the client had significant limitations in his mental functioning, and his disability assistance was able to continue
Ways To Give
SMRLS staff is committed to providing a full range of quality legal services, at no cost to our clients, often going above and beyond the call of duty to ensure clients’ needs are met. The firm is well recognized for its innovative practice, strong partnerships, and high standard of work.
Make a cash donation by mail or online
Make a gift of stock: Brokerage Acct# 8069-1672, Wells Fargo DTC# 0141
Donor advised fund gift: SMRLS EIN # 41-1316151
Contribute to the 1909 Endowment Fund, through planned giving as part of your estate or to commemorate a cornerstone
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Charitable Giving Tax Information
New Charitable Giving Tax Information: SMRLS is a 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit. Your donation is tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law. For detailed information about the deductibility of your gift, we recommend consulting a tax professional.
Thank you for supporting SMRLS and our low-income client community!
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