Crime & Legal-Related Nonprofits in Pennsylvania

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COMMITTED TO PROVIDING COUNSELING AND EDUCATION IN FAMILY LIVING; PROVIDING ADOPTION SERVICES; PROVIDING TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO STUDENTS IN THE FIELD OF SOCIAL SERVICE; STRENGTHENING AND PRESERVING THE QUALITY OF FAMILY LIFE FOR ITS CONSUMERS AND COMMUNITY THROUGH SUPPORT, EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT; ENCOURAGING ITS CONSUMER, THROUGH A VARIETY OF SERVICES, TO STRIVE FOR POSITIVE CHANGES AND ADJUSTMENT TO LIFE SITUATIONS; PROVIDING SERVICES TO VICTIMS OF SEXUAL AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, AND OTHER CRIMES; TO WORK TOWARD PROVIDING A SAFER COMMUNITY, AND OTHERWISE TO MANIFEST AN INTEREST AND CONCERN FOR SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC PROBLEMS INCLUDING THE GENERAL WELFARE OF THE FAMILY.

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The goal of this organization is to provide general legal aid regarding criminal and/or civil matters at little or no cost for individuals who are economically disadvantaged.

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The goal of this organization is to provide general legal aid regarding criminal and/or civil matters at little or no cost for individuals who are economically disadvantaged.

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THE CHARITABLE ARM OF THE YORK COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION, IS TO INCREASE ACCESS TO JUSTICE FOR ALL PEOPLE, PARTICULARLY THOSE STRUGGLING WITH POVERTY AND ABUSE, IMPROVE THE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE, PROMOTE PUBLIC UNDERSTANDING OF AND RESPECT FOR THE LAW, ENCOURAGE CAREERS AND PROMOTE DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION IN THE LEGAL SYSTEM, IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR YORK COUNTAINS THROUGH SUPPORT FOR LAW-RELATED COMMUNITY INITIATIVES.

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TO DISTRIBUTE A REIMBURSEMENT FOR HEALTH, LEGAL AND LIFE INSUBANCE COSTS TO RETIRED MEMBERS OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. THE FUNDS ARE PROVIDED BY CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA.

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THROUGH PROGRAMS, GRANTS, AND PARTNERSHIPS, THE PHILADELPHIA BAR FOUNDATION REMOVES BARRIERS TO JUSTICE, ENGAGES THE COMMUNITY IN SUPPORT OF CIVIL LEGAL AID, AND BUILDS SYSTEM-WIDE CAPACITY IN ORDER TO STRENGTHEN THE PROVISION OF QUALITY LEGAL SERVICES AND TO ENSURE THAT ALL INDIVIDUALS UNDERSTAND THEIR RIGHTS TO EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW.

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PENNSYLVANIA LEGAL AID NETWORK, INC. IS A CLIENT-CENTERED ORGANIZATION THAT PROVIDES LEADERSHIP, FUNDING, AND SUPPORT TO IMPROVE THE AVAILABILITY AND QUALITY OF CIVIL LEGAL AID AND DIRECT LEGAL SERVICES FOR LOW INCOME PEOPLE AND VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN PENNSYLVANIA.

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NORTH PENN LEGAL SERVICES IS A PROVIDER OF FREE CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES TO RESIDENTS OF A 20 COUNTY AREA IN NORTHEAST PA. POTENTIAL CLIENTS ARE SCREENED FOR INCOME ELIGIBILITY WHICH IS, IN MOST CASES, 125% OF THE FEDERAL POVERTY LEVEL. CASE TYPES ACCEPTED FOR SERVICE ARE THOSE WHICH FIT WITHIN PRIORITIES REVIEWED ANNUALLY BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. NORTH PENN LEGAL SERVICES ADVOCATES HANDLE A VARIETY OF CASES INCLUDING HOUSING, HEALTH, JUVENILE, FAMILY, EMPLOYMENT, EDUCATION, CONSUMER, INCOME MAINTENANCE, AND INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS. THE PRIORITIES ARE DESIGNED TO SCREEN FOR CASES WHICH ARE EMERGENCIES AND WHICH HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE SAFETY AND ECONOMIC STABILITY OF A FAMILY. FOR EXAMPLE, NORTH PENN LEGAL SERVICES ADVOCATES TAKE CASES WHERE THE CLIENT IS AT RISK OF EVICTION FROM PRIVATE OR FEDERALLY SUBSIDIZED HOUSING, HAS BEEN DENIED ACCESS TO PUBLIC BENEFIT - WHETHER IN THE FORM OF CASH ASSISTANCE OR MEDICAL SUPPORT - OR THE VICTIM OF CREDITOR HARASSMENT.

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The goal of this organization is to attempt to reduce the incidence of child abuse, elder abuse and spouse abuse in family settings through educational interventions which may focus on children of various ages, parents, people who work with families and/or the community at large.

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TO PROVIDE LEGAL REPRESENTATION TO LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS AND VICTIMS OF DOMESTIIC VIOLENCE.

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TO PAY PENSIONS TO RETIRED POLICE OFFICERS AND DEATH BENEFITS TO WIDOWS.

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MONROE COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION PROMOTES HONOR AND DIGNITY OF THE PROFESSION OF THE LAW AMONG ITS MEMBERS, PROVIDES NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES AND CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR ITS MEMBERS, AND PUBLISHES THE MONROE COUNTY LEGAL REPORTER.

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ENFORCING AND PROTECTING THE RIGHTS OF INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES.

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SENIORLAW CENTER SEEKS JUSTICE FOR OLDER PEOPLE BY USING THE POWER OF THE LAW, EDUCATING THE COMMUNITY, AND ADVOCATING ON LOCAL, STATE, AND NATIONAL LEVELS.

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THE PUBLIC INTEREST LAW CENTER USES HIGH-IMPACT LEGAL STRATEGIES TO ADVANCE THE CIVIL, SOCIAL, AND ECONOMIC RIGHTS OF COMMUNITIES IN THE PHILADELPHIA REGION FACING DISCRIMINATION, INEQUALITY, AND POVERTY. WE USE LITIGATION COMMUNITY EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND ORGANIZING TO SECURE ACCESS TO FUNDAMENTAL RESOURCES AND SERVICES.

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TO ADVANCE THE SCIENCE AND ART OF LAW ENFORCEMENT LEADERSHIP AND PROMOTE THE EXCHANGE OF INFORMATION TO IMPROVE LAW ENFORCEMENT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES THROUGH TRAINING, EDUCATION, AND NETWORKING AMONG POLICE PROFESSIONALS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES AND BEYOND.

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The goal of this organization is to attempt to reduce the incidence of child abuse, elder abuse and spouse abuse in family settings through educational interventions which may focus on children of various ages, parents, people who work with families and/or the community at large.

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TO PROMOTE JUSTICE, PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE AND RESPECT FOR THE RULE OF LAW.

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The goal of this organization is to deal specifically with the prevention of child abuse including incest through educational interventions which may focus on children of various ages, parents, people who work with families and/or the community at large.

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THE PHILADELPHIA BAIL FUND PROVIDES BAIL ASSISTANCE TO PHILADELPHIANS WHO ARE UNABLE TO PAY FOR THEIR FREEDOM, OFFERS POST-RELEASE SUPPORTS, AND ADVOCATES TO END WEALTH BASED DETENTION IN PHILADELPHIA