Our Work

We're working for fair and just systems through advocacy, policy, education, and litigation. By protecting rights and expanding access to basic needs, we’re helping create a Virginia where everyone can live with dignity and stability.

How We Drive Change Across Virginia

Advocacy

We’re a nonpartisan organization working to ensure fairness and access for everyone. We partner with communities and legislators to reshape the systems that affect Virginians’ daily lives.

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Education

We’re equipping individuals with the tools to understand and assert their rights, and supporting advocates and partners to defend those rights and shape fair policies.

Litigation

We turn to the courts to hold unjust systems accountable and create long-term legal protections for low-income Virginians.

We use Advocacy, Education, and Litigation to make life better for low-income Virginians in the following areas:

Ensuring Access to Safe and Affordable Housing

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Supporting Families and Children in Crisis

Protecting Consumer Rights and Economic Fairness

Ensuring Access to Healthcare, Essential Benefits, and Healthy Communities

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Lillie’s Story

Lillie A., a long-term VPLC Board Member, was born in Hampton. While other children were playing hopscotch or riding their big wheels, five-year-old Lillie was handing out flyers for grassroots organizations.

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Our Impact

350,000

Virginians gained coverage through Medicaid expansion

VPLC is dedicated to ending the cycle of poverty in Virginia. From housing protections to healthcare access, our work delivers real results for real people.

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