LAW Fund Receives Grant to Sustain Beleaguered Legal Aid Providers
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announced a three-year, $3 million grant to bolster legal aid for low-income Washingtonians on October 29. IOLTA revenues have dropped by 80% - a loss of more than $7 million - in the last two years. Without the Gates Foundation grant, drastic funding cuts would have spelled disaster for our state's legal aid programs. Members of the Washington Bar Association, members of the judiciary, and concerned citizens throughout the state are joining with the Gates Foundation to support LAW Fund's Campaign for Equal Justice to help meet the pressing needs of families struggling to survive the recession. Be a part of the team. As demand for legal aid continues to grow, we still need your help. Have you made your annual contribution to the Campaign? CLICK HERE TO DONATE. |
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Equal Justice Coalition's Lobbying 101
More than 75 justice activists attended Lobbying 101 on October 20. Distinguished panelists led a lively discussion at the University of Washington School of Law. Participants learned from the experts about how to be more effective in the Legislature. Video coming soon! Photographed by Allison Durazzi, the panel included (L-R): Jeff Hall, Washington State Court Administrator, Sandi Swarthout and Ryan Spiller, EJC Lobbyists, Rep. Kelli Linville (D) 42nd District, Sen. Joseph Zarelli (R) 18th District, and Marty Brown, Legislative Director for Governor Gregoire. DOWNLOAD EJC's LOBBYING FACT SHEET |
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