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Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers provides legal and educational services to maintain the bonds between imprisoned mothers and their children. CLAIM advocates for policies and programs that benefit families of imprisoned mothers and reduce incarceration of women and girls.
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
$355of $355
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
$340of $335
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
$445of $445
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
$675of $675
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
$390of $380
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
$235of $390
7 supporters Needed by 7/30/2013
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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