Volunteers are essential to our mission. From attorneys and partners providing legal support and community outreach to individuals taking action for justice, VPLC offers opportunities to contribute to ending the cycle of poverty and helping us fight for fairness across Virginia. When you volunteer with VPLC, you’re joining a team that believes in dignity, equity, and lasting change.
Jill A Hanken Scholarship Program
For over 40 years, Jill Hanken worked at VPLC and paved the way for better healthcare in the Commonwealth. A relentless advocate for low-income Virginians, she successfully fought for advances that have given hundreds of thousands access to healthcare.
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Supporting Families and Children in Crisis and Protecting Victims and Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence
[ENDED] Action Alert: Protect Survivors’ Access to Protective Orders
Update 3/5/26: HB 1363 (Dougherty) was reported this week from the Senate Courts of Justice Committee with an amendment on a 12–3 vote.
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Our Impact
$85,000,000 Utility costs saved for Virginia families
Blocked Appalachian Power’s proposed $95 million rate hike, securing savings for 500,000+ customers and expanding payment plans and low-income support programs.
47,094 Virginians assisted with health coverage
Through Enroll Virginia, navigators helped secure $20 million in federal tax credits, preventing medical debt and ensuring critical healthcare access.
20,000+ People used the Eviction Defense Center
Our new online hub, fightmyeviction.org, launched in 2024 to provide tenants with practical tools and in-person support through partnerships with public libraries.
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Your financial support goes a long way toward our mission by helping us expand legal access, protect vulnerable Virginians, and fight for systems that work for everyone.
How we work with partners
At VPLC, volunteers are partners in justice. We provide training, resources, and support so legal professionals and partners can make the biggest impact possible. Together, we can reach more people, tackle bigger challenges, and advance equity across Virginia. If you’re interested in partnering with VPLC, you can explore our work areas or contact us here.