Mission
The San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program (SDVLP) is a private, non-profit organization established in 1983, dedicated to facilitating legal access for low-income individuals in San Diego County. By coordinating volunteer lawyers and community resources, SDVLP bridges the gap for indigent clients to receive necessary legal assistance in various areas including family law, domestic violence, landlord-tenant issues, guardianship, and more.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
1983
EIN
33-0016681
Total Assets
$5.978 million
At a Glance
Volunteer Impact
Volunteers at SDVLP provide crucial legal aid to those in need, dramatically transforming lives.
Client Testimonials
Hear directly from clients how SDVLP has changed their lives and provided essential legal support.
Join Our Celebration
Join us for the annual Justice For All Celebration to support our mission.
Impact Stats
6000
Clients helped annually
6000+ Clients Served
SDVLP assists over 6,000 low-income individuals each year
3000
Volunteers coordinated
3000+ Volunteer Attorneys
More than 3,000 volunteer attorneys coordinate with SDVLP to provide assistance.
40
Years in Operation
Over 40 Years of Service
Celebrating its 40th anniversary, SDVLP has been changing lives through legal assistance.
Upcoming Events
Justice For All Celebration
September 19, 2024
Annual event to celebrate volunteers and raise funds for legal assistance.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Family Law & Domestic Violence
Legal services for low-income individuals facing family law and domestic violence issues.
Learn MoreMicrobusiness and Nonprofit Support
Support for low-income entrepreneurs and nonprofit organizations serving disadvantaged communities.
Learn MoreGuardianship Program
Assistance for caregivers and parents to place at-risk children in stable homes.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Testimonials
"I volunteer because I believe in the important work SDVLP does — providing equal access to justice without regard to economic status."
Ashleigh Angeletti
Volunteer Attorney
"I volunteer at SDVLP because I can apply my legal skills directly to people who need it most."
Debbie Huennekens
Legal Volunteer
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
69
50
/100
Program Expense Ratio
80.21%
12
/20
Program Revenue Growth
2.63%
10
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.2643
12
/20
Working Capital Ratio
1.042
10
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
4.333
6
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 4.182M | 97.51% |
| Program Services | 14.41K | 0.34% |
| Investment Income | 79.78K | 1.86% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 59.14K | 1.38% |
| Other Notable Sources | 11.88K | 0.28% |
| Total Revenue | 4.289M | 100.00% |
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