Mission
Houston Legal Aid Center (HLAC) is dedicated to delivering pro bono and reduced-cost legal services to low-income individuals in Houston, offering assistance to over 1,500 individuals since its establishment in 2015. HLAC focuses on addressing civil legal needs for those who cannot afford adequate legal representation.
Basic Information
Founded in
2015
EIN
81-1013533
Total Assets
$204.4 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance
Grassroots Support
With the help of local churches and community efforts, HLAC is able to serve vulnerable populations.
Client Testimonials
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Impact Stats
Total Individuals
Individuals Assisted
Provided pro bono or reduced-cost legal services.
Testimonials
"Troy and his team step into some really difficult, hard situations and pursue justice on behalf of people who really have nowhere else to go. And I cannot express my gratitude to them enough."
Pastor, Fairfield Baptist Church
"I went from one extreme, living in fear, to the other extreme, living in peace … I can’t describe how very, very thankful I am for the Houston Legal Aid Center."
HLAC Client
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
55
50
/100
Program Expense Ratio
68.90%
8
/20
Program Revenue Growth
13.43%
18
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.1012
18
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.3441
4
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/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 | 504.4K | 82.77% |
| Program Services | 104.1K | 17.09% |
| Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 853 | 0.14% |
| Total Revenue | 609.4K | 100.00% |
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