LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY
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LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY (LCE) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to championing the dignity and rights of low-income residents aged 60 and older in Washington, D.C. With an operating budget of $9.8 million and total revenue of $11.6 million, LCE provides free legal and social services to empower vulnerable seniors, focusing on areas such as economic and healthcare security, tenant advocacy, and protection against consumer fraud and financial abuse. The organization does not rely on a single funder for 50% or more of its revenue.
Mission Statement
LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY (LCE) CHAMPIONS THE DIGNITY AND RIGHTS OF LOW-INCOME D.C. RESIDENTS AGED 60 AND OLDER BY PROVIDING FREE LEGAL AND SOCIAL SERVICES TO DEFEND, PROTECT AND EMPOWER VULNERABLE SENIORS. LCE ACCOMPLISHES ITS MISSION BY PROMOTING ECONOMIC AND HEALTHCARE SECURITY, SUPPORTING AND ADVOCATING FOR TENANTS, PREVENTING AND DEFENDING AGAINST CONSUMER FRAUD AND FINANCIAL ABUSE (PARTICULARLY FOR HOMEOWNERS) AND RESOLVING COMPLAINTS AND ENSURING PROPER CARE FOR RESIDENTS IN LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES.
Cause Areas
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Legal services
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Charity Verification Snapshot
IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY’s budget?
In 2024, LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY reported an annual operating budget of around $9.8 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY support?
LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY supports work in Legal services.
Where does LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY operate?
LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY is headquartered in Washington, DC.
Who funded LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY recently?
In 2024, LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY received grants from AARP, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA BAR FOUNDATION, and THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA BAR FOUNDATION. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY received in 2024?
The largest grant to LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY in 2024 exceeds $3 million.
What is LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY’s reliance on government grants?
LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE ELDERLY relied on government grants for more than 25% of their total revenue in 2024.