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Civil Justice, Inc. was established in 1998 to increase the delivery of legal services to clients of low and moderate income. Click the "Donate" button below to make a donation, which will help Civil Justice accomplish its mission of bridging the justice gap, and make a significant difference in the lives of many Marylanders!
 

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Support Access to Justice in Maryland:

Nominate Civil Justice, Inc. for a Cy Pres Award

 
Civil Justice, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to legal services for low- and moderate-income Marylanders facing life-changing legal challenges. We envision a Maryland where all families—regardless of income or background—can access the legal help they need to protect their rights, homes, businesses, and livelihoods.
 
By nominating Civil Justice to receive a cy pres award, you can make a lasting impact on the financial stability and well-being of communities across Maryland. Your support directly fuels our core programs:
 
  • Economic Justice Program – Fighting predatory lending and unjust debt collection practices.
  • Foreclosure Legal Assistance – Helping families stay in their homes through legal advocacy.
  • Legal Clinic for Small Businesses – Supporting low-income entrepreneurs with essential legal guidance.
  • Access to Counsel in Evictions – Ensuring tenants have legal representation when it matters most.
  • Maryland Justice Passport – A digital tool to organize legal information and connect Marylanders with the legal help they need.
 
Every dollar invested empowers our attorneys and legal partners to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and cost-effective legal support where it's needed most. Thank you for considering Civil Justice, Inc. as a recipient. Together, we can make equal justice a reality all Marylanders.
 
To learn more or discuss a potential cy pres allocation, please contact:
 
Sarah Coffey Bowes, Executive Director
443-853-1011, ext. 406
sbowes@civiljusticeinc.org

Planned Giving: Your bequest to Civil Justice, Inc. can create a legacy of support for Marylanders in need

 
For over 25 years, Civil Justice has made a significant impact in the lives of Marylanders, helping individuals facing life-altering legal challenges such as foreclosure, eviction, and illegal debt collection. By developing innovative solutions, Civil Justice is working toward a Maryland where every family, no matter their financial circumstances or legal needs, can access timely and effective legal assistance.
 
Planned gifts play a vital role in ensuring the future sustainability and financial strength of Civil Justice. Through your generosity, you can help secure the continued delivery of crucial legal services, leaving a legacy that will impact Marylanders for years to come. Ways to Give:
 
  • Bequest – Make a specific gift of cash, securities, real estate, or other property through your will, codicil, or trust.
  • Designated Beneficiary – Name Civil Justice, Inc. as the beneficiary of all or part of the remainder of your estate or trust after estate-related expenses and other bequests have been fulfilled, or following the passing of a spouse or other primary beneficiaries.
  • Retirement or Life Insurance – Designate Civil Justice, Inc. as a beneficiary of your retirement plan or life insurance policy.
 
When it comes to planned giving, you should discuss your specific options and benefits with your estate planning attorney, financial advisor, and/or certified public accountant.
 
When you are ready to learn about the planned giving options at Civil Justice, or if you have already included us in your plans, please contact:
 
Sarah Coffey Bowes, Executive Director
443-853-1011, ext. 406
 

Civil Justice, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization incorporated in the State of Maryland. Your contribution is tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Copies of our current financial statements are available by writing to us at 120 E. Baltimore Street, Suite 2500, Baltimore, MD 21202 or by calling us at 443-853-1011. Documents submitted under the Maryland Charitable Solicitations Act are available from the Maryland Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401 or (410) 974-5534, for the cost of copying and postage.

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