Programs

  • Family Support and Health Care Advocacy

    Family Support and Health Care Program advocates for children, seniors, people living with disabilities, immigrants and veterans to get the health care, public benefits and services they need. During the year, we opened 721 cases and secured over $14.4 million in monetary benefits for clients; assisted 1,341 individuals, including 395 children, and helped families access critical benefits like food stamps, Medicaid, and Social Security. Within this program, the Health Insurance Navigators provide clarity, guidance and peace of mind for those seeking unbiased help choosing the right coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace at HealthCare.gov or by applying for Medicaid. The Navigators completed 1,704 appointments, enrolling 487 individuals in Medicaid or Marketplace plans; provided post-enrollment assistance to 213 consumers, and served diverse communities with support in English, Spanish, ASL, and other languages.
    Geographies
    Not indicated
    Dates
    Jul 1, 2023 – Jun 30, 2024
    Source
    990
    No causes provided
    No populations provided
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    $2.5M

  • Immigrant Justice Legal Services

    Immigrant Justice Program offers legal services to protect immigrants and their families, regardless of immigration status. During the year, we provided services to 230 immigrant children/families; opened 197 Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) cases, including approximately 50 SIJS cases which were approved, allowing us to have their removal cases closed in Immigration Courts; and assisted 280 people in the Pro Bono Room of Charotte's Immigration Court (two days a week, four hours each day).
    Geographies
    Not indicated
    Dates
    Jul 1, 2023 – Jun 30, 2024
    Source
    990
    No causes provided
    No populations provided
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    $1.5M

  • Consumer Protection and Legal Services

    Consumer Protection Program protects consumers from fraudulent practices that can take away a family home, income and transportation. During the year, we provided legal representation and advice to 185 families on foreclosure, debt, and homeownership issues; educated 65 families through community outreach; and partnered with state-wide and national advocates to protect low-income consumers. Within this program, the Community Empowerment Program connects local neighborhoods with community-based solutions to address pressing civil legal issues, and we offer individual help to improve economic stability and increase opportunity. During the year, we assisted 250 clients through multiple expungement clinics; provided legal help to 15 Mecklenburg residents for drivers license restoration; and expanded outreach, including presentations on property tax relief and financial empowerment. Also, within this program, the Veterans Legal Services Project helps veterans build security for themselves and their families. During the year, we provided direct legal services and outreach to 131 veterans; assisted 17 veterans and families through the Wills 4 Warriors clinic; and secured $1.73 million in VA disability and other monetary benefits for local veterans.
    Geographies
    Not indicated
    Dates
    Jul 1, 2023 – Jun 30, 2024
    Source
    990
    No causes provided
    No populations provided
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    $746.8K