We are thrilled that ALSC has received funding from the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) for our work to resolve civil legal problems that impact Alaskan veterans’ most basic needs. Alaska has the highest number of veterans per capita in the United States, many of whom are Indigenous and live in Alaska’s rural and remote communities. […]
Holiday intake line closure
ALSC is closing our intake phone line from December 23rd through January 1st. We will re-open for phone intakes and resume our normal intake hours on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. ALSC is normally open Monday through Friday, from 9am – 5pm. Thank you for your patience and understanding!
ALSC and Partners Receive $1 Million Grant from the National Science Foundation
ALSC is thrilled to announce that our joint project with Dr. Michele Statz, Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota, and Matthew Burnett, Senior Program Officer for the Access to Justice Research Initiative at the American Bar Foundation, has been granted a Civic Innovation Challenge (CIVIC) Stage 2 Award. We are one of only 19 […]
August Volunteer of the Month: Nicole Stucki
ALSC’s Volunteer of the Month for August is Nicole Stucki! Nicole has been an impressive pro bono volunteer since January, having successfully obtained SNAP benefits for 40 families throughout Alaska. Beyond SNAP, Nicole has recently accepted a client needing a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, learning the process with the help of a pro bono attorney mentor. […]
Community Needs Survey
ALSC is seeking input from Alaskans about the issues they face in their communities. This survey will be conducted through one-on-one interviews by phone or video call, and aims to help us understand the needs of low-income Alaskans. Participants will receive one $25 Amazon Gift Card. To participate, click here!
Jammin’ for Justice 2021
Join ALSC for our annual Jammin for Justice event, held on Zoom! Jammin for Justice will be held on Saturday, April 17th from 4-6 PM. Tickets are by donation, with a minimum donation of $5. This year, you can safely join from the comfort of your home, while still enjoying music from local, Alaskan artists […]
March Volunteer of the Month: Satrina Lord
This months ALSC Volunteer of the Month is Satrina Lord. Aside from being an ALSC volunteer, Satrina works as a full time Information Management Supervisor for a federal agency here in Anchorage. She is also a wife, mother, and amateur photographer in her free time! Here is more on Satrina: Why did you choose to volunteer with […]
Uncle Leroy’s Coffee & ALSC Coffee of the Month!
Alaska Legal Services Corporation is excited to partner with Uncle Leroy’s Coffee on a featured coffee blend for the month of April to help celebrate our annual Jammin for Justice event! Our featured coffee blend is roasted specially for ALSC, and is a mix of Columbian and Guatemalan coffee roasted at a #3! This light […]
CDC Eviction Moratorium Extended through March 31st, 2021
The Biden Administration has extended the CDC Eviction Moratorium for non-payment of rent through March 31, 2021. To qualify for protection, a tenant provide a CDC Declaration to their landlord (link here), certifying that: – They have used best efforts to obtain government assistance for rent or housing; – They meet income requirements; – They […]
COVID-19 SNAP Update
On Friday January 22, 2021 President Biden signed an executive order for several changes to food security benefits including; – extending the 15% PEBT benefits increase recently approved by Congress in the stimulus bill, – allowing states to increase emergency SNAP allotments for the lowest-income residents, and – Asking the USDA to update the 15 […]
