At Legal Aid of North Carolina, we believe that justice is the foundation of strong families and safe communities. Every day, we stand with neighbors facing overwhelming challenges—from domestic violence to unlawful eviction—offering not just legal help, but hope and a path to stability.
Supporting Public Safety & Family Stability:
At the heart of every safe, thriving community is a strong family. But when domestic violence shatters homes or families face overwhelming hardships, the ripple effects reach far beyond the household. Legal Aid of North Carolina stands with survivors and vulnerable families, offering more than just legal help — we offer hope, healing, and a path to stability. By keeping families safe and intact, we build the foundation for safer neighborhoods where children can grow up free from fear and families can rebuild their lives with dignity. Your support helps transform trauma into resilience and keeps our communities whole.
Workforce Participation & Economic Growth:
A steady job is more than income — it’s the cornerstone of independence and self-worth. Yet, too many North Carolinians are held back by legal barriers like unlawful evictions, discrimination, or suspended licenses. These obstacles keep hardworking people from supporting themselves and their loved ones. Legal Aid NC fights to clear these hurdles, restoring opportunities and empowering individuals to return to work, pursue their dreams, and contribute fully to our state’s economy. When you give, you’re helping someone regain their footing and hope for a better tomorrow.
Cost Savings for North Carolina:
Investing in justice is investing in our future. For every dollar given to Legal Aid of North Carolina, our state saves nearly eleven dollars in emergency services, social welfare, and law enforcement costs. Early legal help stops small problems from spiraling into crises that drain resources and break families apart. Your generosity doesn’t just help one person—it strengthens entire communities and eases the burden on our state’s safety net.
Public-Private Partnerships
We don’t walk this journey alone. By partnering with faith communities, businesses, and nonprofits, Legal Aid NC creates a powerful network of hope and practical support. Together, we reduce reliance on government aid and ensure that every dollar you give is spent with care, transparency, and real impact. When you stand with us, you become part of a movement dedicated to creating lasting change — for families, for neighborhoods, and for North Carolina’s future.
What We Do NOT Do:
- Engage in Political Advocacy or Lobbying: Legal Aid of North Carolina does not engage in political activities. Our focus is solely on providing legal services to individuals, ensuring fair treatment under the law.
- File Class-Action Lawsuits: Due to restrictions from our funding sources, we do not engage in class-action lawsuits. Our work is focused on providing direct assistance to individuals in need.
- Represent Undocumented Individuals, Except in Humanitarian Cases: We offer assistance to undocumented individuals only in specific humanitarian situations, such as survivors of domestic violence or human trafficking.
- Participate in Partisan Activities: As a recipient of Legal Services Corporation (LSC) funding, we maintain political neutrality. We do not engage in partisan activities and focus on ensuring access to justice for all.
- Handle Criminal Cases: Legal Aid of North Carolina provides assistance with civil legal matters, not criminal cases.
Why Legal Aid Matters:
The need for civil legal aid has never been more urgent. Imagine facing a crisis—an eviction notice, a threat of domestic violence, or the loss of vital benefits—and having no one to turn to, no legal help to guide you through the storm. Sadly, this is the reality for 92% of low-income Americans who face serious legal challenges without the support they desperately need.
Without Legal Aid of North Carolina, thousands of our neighbors would be left alone to navigate these overwhelming battles—struggling to protect their homes, their safety, and their families. But we refuse to let that happen. We stand as a lifeline for those who cannot afford legal representation, offering not just assistance, but hope, dignity, and a chance for a fresh start.
Our mission is clear: every North Carolinian deserves access to justice, regardless of their income. We fight to ensure that families remain safe, that homes are not lost unfairly, and that people can build a future filled with stability and opportunity.
When you support Legal Aid of North Carolina, you’re doing more than donating—you’re investing in the very heart of our communities. You’re helping to create a safer, stronger, and more prosperous North Carolina where everyone has a chance to thrive.
See the Difference We’re Making
Learn more in our Annual Report below. Visit our GuideStar page to view our 990s and learn more about our services and accomplishments.
Non-discrimination Policy
We do not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, or any basis prohibited by law. Read our full Statement and Policy of Non-Discrimination.