About
Since 1978, Virginia Poverty Law Center has served as a nonpartisan organization dedicated to breaking down systemic barriers that keep low-income Virginians in poverty by leveraging advocacy, education, and litigation.
Virginia Poverty Law Center (VPLC) is a nonprofit organization that has been advancing justice for low-income Virginians for more than 40 years. Through advocacy, education, and strategic litigation, we work to dismantle the systemic barriers that keep people in the cycle of poverty.
Our team partners with legal aid programs, community organizations, and attorneys across the Commonwealth to provide training, resources, and support that empower individuals and drive lasting change. From housing and healthcare access to consumer protection, family welfare, and public benefits, our work spans the legal issues and policies that most affect people’s everyday lives.
At its core, VPLC is about ensuring that every Virginian—no matter where they live or their income—has the rights, support, and opportunity to live with agency, dignity, and pride.
Meet Our Team
VPLC's staff are passionate professionals working collaboratively to advance our mission to end the cycle of poverty. Their expertise and commitment are the driving forces behind our efforts across Virginia.
Media Center
Find press releases, impact reports, media contacts, and updates on our fight for a fairer Virginia.