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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[ENDED] Tell Legislators to Reject Amendments That Restrict Access to Justice
Virginia is one step away from expanding access to justice but the Governor’s amendments would take us backward.
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Ensuring Access to Safe and Affordable Housing and Promoting a Fair and Transparent Marketplace
[ENDED] Tell the FTC to Address Hidden Rental Fees
Have you been charged hidden rental fees? Tell the FTC about your experience and help support stronger protections for renters. Comments due April 13.
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Protecting Consumer Rights and Economic Fairness and Fighting Predatory Lending and Abusive Debt Collection
[ENDED] Action Alert: Stop Debt Buyers from Harassing Virginians for Old Debt
In Virginia, General District Court records are destroyed after 10 years. However, under current law, debt judgments can still be enforced for another decade.
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Upcoming VPLC Events
Chesapeake Tenant Town Hall
ForKids Landmark Center
1001 Poindexter Street
Chesapeake, VA 23324
Join us to learn about new tenant protections, ask questions, and share your experience as a tenant in Virginia.
Richmond Tenant Town Hall
Richmond Public Library, Main Branch
101 East Franklin Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Join us to learn about new tenant protections, ask questions, and share your experience as a tenant in Virginia.
Danville Tenant Town Hall
Southside Community Learning Center
524 Chatham Avenue
Danville, VA 24541
Join us to learn about new tenant protections, ask questions, and share your experience as a tenant in Virginia.
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.
Want to Make an Even Bigger Impact?
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.