MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP
AI Summary
The Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation (MLAC) is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting legal assistance initiatives within Massachusetts. In 2025, MLAC distributed a total of $72.6 million across 29 grantees. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORPORATION PROVIDES LEADERSHIP AND SUPPORT TO IMPROVE CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES TO LOW-INCOME PEOPLE IN MASSACHUSETTS THROUGH COLLABORATION WITH THE LEGAL SERVICES COMMUNITY, THE LEGISLATURE, THE PUBLIC, THE BAR, AND THE JUDICIARY.
Cause Areas
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Legal services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
GREATER BOSTON LEGAL SERVICES INC
$114.2M
25%
COMMUNITY LEGAL AID INC
$101.6M
22%
MASSACHUSETTS LAW REFORM INSTITUTE, INC.
$48M
11%
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Total No. of Grants
21
Median 1st year grant
$105.2K
Median 2nd year grant
$125.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP?
No. MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP give?
MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $105 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP make each year?
In 2025, MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $72.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP fund recently?
In 2025, MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include GREATER BOSTON LEGAL SERVICES INC, COMMUNITY LEGAL AID INC, and MASSACHUSETTS LAW REFORM INSTITUTE, INC.. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP?
MASSACHUSETTS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.