My job title is Pro Bono and Staff Attorney. I have been in this position since April of 2012. My work involves helping incarcerated mothers, formerly incarcerated mothers, and the caretakers of their children. What I like about my job is I get to see families brought together.
In the future, I would like to see a system where we allow people convicted of non-violent crimes to remain in the community with their families - we need more programming and less breaking of the family bonds.
Member: Emily (Chicago, IL) Validator: Alexis, Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
This year has been a new start for my family and me. Meeting this need will afford me to give my children school uniforms and shoes that fit. More
$465of $465
7 supporters Funded on 8/31/2012
7 supporters
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Emily—This year has been a new start for my family and me. Meeting this need will afford me to give my children school uniforms and shoes that fit.More
Member: Maria (Chicago, IL) Validator: Alexis, Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
My two sons just lost their father and are moving in with me. I want them to feel comfortable and have their own beds through this big transition. More
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4 supporters Funded on 8/31/2012
4 supporters
Maria—My two sons just lost their father and are moving in with me. I want them to feel comfortable and have their own beds through this big transition.More
Member: Melissa (Chicago, IL) Validator: Alexis, Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
I am taking care of my two little sisters who are growing fast. I need clothes and shoes for both girls and school supplies for the 7th grader. More
$365of $360
13 supporters Funded on 9/12/2012
13 supporters
Melissa—I am taking care of my two little sisters who are growing fast. I need clothes and shoes for both girls and school supplies for the 7th grader.More
Member: Lisa (Chicago, IL) Validator: Alexis, Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
We are starting over and my family needs clothing. My daughters need warm clothes that fit for the winter and I need professional looking suits. More
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7 supporters Funded on 11/4/2012
Lisa—We are starting over and my family needs clothing. My daughters need warm clothes that fit for the winter and I need professional looking suits.More
Member: Shivaun (Chicago, IL) Validator: Alexis, Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
Our family is in a big transition and my grandkids need phone cards, art supplies, and a camera to stay in touch with their mom, plus new clothes. More
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15 supporters Funded on 12/20/2012
15 supporters
Shivaun—Our family is in a big transition and my grandkids need phone cards, art supplies, and a camera to stay in touch with their mom, plus new clothes.More
Member: Susan (Chicago, IL) Validator: Alexis, Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
Just finished my B.A. in prison and ready to start a master's program that will prepare me to teach other women in prison and change their lives. More
$495of $480
13 supporters Funded on 12/24/2012
Susan—Just finished my B.A. in prison and ready to start a master's program that will prepare me to teach other women in prison and change their lives.More
Member: Karen (Chicago, IL) Validator: Alexis, Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
I need a Preparer's Tax Identification Number to start my new job as an accountant and a web cam so I can Skype with my children. More
$110of $100
3 supporters Funded on 12/20/2012
3 supporters
Karen—I need a Preparer's Tax Identification Number to start my new job as an accountant and a web cam so I can Skype with my children.More
Member: Meg (Chicago, IL) Validator: Alexis, Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
A restful nights sleep and staying in contact with their mother while she's in prison will help my twin granddaughters stay strong and healthy. More
$610of $610
14 supporters Funded on 1/18/2013
14 supporters
Meg—A restful nights sleep and staying in contact with their mother while she's in prison will help my twin granddaughters stay strong and healthy.More
Member: Claudia (Chicago, IL) Validator: Alexis, Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
I want to do something with my life that is meaningful to me and helpful to others by getting this certificate to become an addictions specialist. More
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23 supporters Funded on 2/13/2013
23 supporters
Claudia—I want to do something with my life that is meaningful to me and helpful to others by getting this certificate to become an addictions specialist.More
Member: Elaine (Chicago, IL) Validator: Alexis, Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
Its never too late to go back to school and start a career. These supplies will help me be prepared for culinary school and a new career as a chef. More
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11 supporters Funded on 4/9/2013
11 supporters
Elaine—Its never too late to go back to school and start a career. These supplies will help me be prepared for culinary school and a new career as a chef.More
Member: Vernisha (Chicago, IL) Validator: Alexis, Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
My 3 young grandbabies need to know their mom. We need gas to drive 4 hours to the prison, a hotel room to stay overnight, and money for phone cards. More
12 supporters Funded on 4/27/2013
12 supporters
Vernisha—My 3 young grandbabies need to know their mom. We need gas to drive 4 hours to the prison, a hotel room to stay overnight, and money for phone cards.More
Member: Julie (Chicago, IL) Validator: Alexis, Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers
I want my daughter to know she'll have support when she's released this year. I need money for gas, food, and a hotel so I can drive down to visit. More
$390of $390
9 supporters Funded on 5/31/2013
9 supporters
Julie—I want my daughter to know she'll have support when she's released this year. I need money for gas, food, and a hotel so I can drive down to visit.More
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