Existing Nonprofits
An existing organization must demonstrate that it:
- Has a primarily charitable or community-based purpose, and
- Is or seeks to become a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) nonprofit organizations, and
- Is unable to pay for legal fees without significant impairment of program resources, and
- Seeks legal assistance on a business or organizational matter, but not on any legal issue related to current or expected litigation.
Application for pro bono legal services for existing organizations
Start-Up Organizations
A start-up organization must demonstrate that it:
- Satisfies the above requirements for an “Existing Organization” and
- Demonstrate potential viability by providing:
- A mission statement,
- A board of directors roster,
- 3-year budget,
- Business plan, and
- A clear description of program services or activities that the new organization will engage
Application for pro bono legal services for start-up organization
Application Fee: $100.00 nonrefundable screening/placement fee