At SALC, we believe in the transformative power of justice. We stand firm in our mission to make legal representation a fundamental right, not a privilege limited by financial means. Your support can make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Why Donate to SALC?

  • Equal Access to Justice: We work tirelessly to ensure that all individuals, regardless of financial circumstances, have access to essential legal services.

  • Empowering Communities: Your donation directly supports our efforts to empower and uplift underserved communities, providing them with the tools to navigate the legal system.

  • Impactful Advocacy: For over 44 years, SALC has been a beacon of hope for low-income families facing legal challenges, impacting over 70,000 Oregonians and creating a safer environment for over 80,000 children.

Where Your Donation Goes

  • Legal Assistance: Funding goes directly to providing affordable and low-cost legal services, addressing issues such as divorce, child custody, protection orders, adoption, guardianship, spousal support, and parenting time.

  • Community Outreach: We actively engage with communities, ensuring that our services reach those who need them most.

  • Diversity and Inclusion: Your support helps us maintain our commitment to serving a diverse clientele, advocating for individuals regardless of their background.

How You Can Make a Difference

  1. Direct Donation: Make a direct impact with your contribution. Every dollar brings us one step closer to a more just and equitable society. Donate via the link above or mail your gift to our office at 2950 SE Stark, Suite 200, Portland, OR 97214.

  2. Monthly Giving: Join our community of monthly donors committed to sustaining long-term change. Your consistent support enables us to plan and expand our reach. When you visit our donation page and become a friend of SALC, you can elect to give a monthly gift for justice.

  3. Corporate Partnerships: Explore how your business or law firm can make a meaningful impact by partnering with SALC with our Race for Justice or our Taste for Justice. Contact us to discuss all our corporate giving opportunities.

Your contribution, no matter the size, brings us closer to a world where justice is blind to financial circumstances. Together, we can create lasting change and bridge the gap.

Join us in our mission for social justice, equal access to the legal system, and creating a safer environment for families in need. Your contributions directly empower individuals within the access to justice gap—those who do not qualify for free legal services yet cannot afford private attorneys. This year, your support has been transformative for individuals like Blanca, who escaped a longtime abusive marriage, now having a chance at a new and hopeful life chapter. 

Every contribution matters. Together, we can make a difference and ensure that justice is truly blind to financial circumstances.