Search Results for agency_names:"Legal Services Corporation"

The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has announced that they will soon be offering funding for basic field grants starting in January 2026. This funding is aimed at helping organizations provide civil legal services to low-income individuals. LSC is looking for applications from non-profit organizations, private attorneys, groups of attorneys, state or local governments, and regional agencies. They will release a Request for Proposals (RFP), and interested parties must first submit a Pre-Application to begin the process. More information and updates can be found on their website.

The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has announced the availability of non-confidential materials for an upcoming meeting. These materials can be accessed online at least 24 hours before the meeting on the LSC website. For further information, Jessica Wechter, the Special Assistant to the President, can be contacted via phone or email. The announcement adheres to requirements under 5 U.S.C. 552b.

The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has updated the income levels for people eligible for legal assistance. The updates reflect changes in the Federal Poverty Guidelines set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. These new income levels are set at 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines and are effective from January 28, 2021. A chart showing income levels at 200% of the guidelines is also provided to help assess financial eligibility for those with slightly higher incomes.

The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has issued a Notice detailing the application process for the 2025 Technology Initiative Grants (TIGs). These grants support legal service organizations in using technology to improve access to legal aid for low-income individuals. There are different grant categories, including those for General Technology Initiatives, Technology Improvement Projects, and Sustainability, Enhancement, and Adoption. Applicants must be current LSC grantees and meet certain conditions, with some requiring pre-applications by March 21, 2025, and full applications by June 18, 2025.

The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has issued a final rule that updates the income levels for individuals who can receive legal assistance. These adjustments align with the new Federal Poverty Guidelines from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, effective January 28, 2025. The updated income levels are set at 125% of these guidelines, with additional reference information provided for income levels at 200%. These changes ensure that LSC's criteria reflect current economic standards for determining eligibility for legal aid.

The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has issued a notice about pre-applications for the 2021 Pro Bono Innovation Fund grants. These grants aim to develop, test, and implement innovative pro bono legal services to increase access to legal assistance for low-income individuals. Eligible applicants must be current LSC grantees, and there are three types of grants available: Project, Transformation, and Sustainability Grants. The deadline for submitting pre-applications is March 15, 2021, and the application process will take place through LSC’s GrantEase system.

The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) Board of Directors will hold virtual meetings on January 21 and January 23, 2025, via Zoom. These meetings will involve several committees, such as the Operations and Regulations, Governance and Performance Review, and Institutional Advancement Committees. Portions of these meetings will be open to the public, where topics like the approval of agendas, self-evaluations, and strategic plans will be discussed. Certain parts, including development reports and nominations to councils, will be closed to the public. For more information, individuals can contact Cheryl DuHart, the Administrative Coordinator.

The Legal Services Corporation's Board of Directors and its six committees scheduled virtual meetings via Zoom on January 28-29, 2021, due to the COVID-19 crisis. While most sessions were open to public observation, some parts were closed, such as briefings on enforcement matters and legal issues involving the Corporation. Members of the public could attend the open sessions by following specific instructions to access Zoom links. Various topics were discussed, including committee evaluations, communication strategies, and presentations on intake procedures and financial reports.

The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) Board of Directors' Governance and Performance Review Committee and Operations and Regulations Committee will hold virtual meetings on March 24 and March 31, 2025, respectively. The meetings, conducted via Zoom, will be partially open to the public, who can attend through provided online links. Open sessions will discuss the approval of agendas, minutes from a previous meeting, and other public matters, while closed sessions will address evaluations of senior management positions. Non-confidential materials for the meetings will be available on the LSC website beforehand, and inquiries can be directed to Cheryl DuHart, the Administrative Coordinator.