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Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights runs on donations from supporters like you. Your contributions help fund civil rights lawyers fighting critical cases in Illinois and Indiana — including federal litigation on voting, housing, and education — and helps us provide free legal assistance to nonprofits and small businesses.

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  • Many employers offer workplace giving programs and matching gift opportunities—allowing you to multiply your impact for Chicago Lawyers’ Committee.

    Workplace Giving If your company participates in workplace giving campaign, you can designate Chicago Lawyers’ Committee as your charity of choice. Check with your HR or benefits department to see if we’re listed, or provide them with our information:

    • Legal Name: Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law

    • Address: 25 E Washington St., Chicago, IL 60602

    • Tax ID / EIN: 51-0189264

    Corporate Matching Thousands of companies match their employees’ charitable donations — sometimes doubling or even tripling your gift. Ask your employer if they have a matching gift program, or search for us in your company’s matching gift portal. If they do, submit your gift receipt to have your contribution matched.

    If you have questions or need help with forms, please contact us at info@clccrul.org.

  • Chicago Lawyers’ Committee is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your donation is tax-deductible. Our Tax ID (EIN) is 51-0189264.

    For questions or assistance with tribute gifts, contact us at info@clccrul.org.

  • Yes! We’re happy to accept donations by check. Please make your check payable to Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights and mail it to:

    25 E Washington St., Chicago, IL 60602

    Be sure to include your name, mailing address, email, and phone number so we can send you a receipt and thank you for your support.

    Chicago Lawyers’ Committee is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your donation is tax-deductible. Our Tax ID (EIN) is 51-0189264.

    For questions or assistance with tribute gifts, contact us at info@clccrul.org.

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Our advocacy efforts and legal aid programs have impacted the lives of thousands of Chicago families —
as well as families throughout Illinois and Indiana.

With your help, we can continue this essential work.