Donate to Legal Aid of West Virginia

To donate to Legal Aid of West Virginia you may

Make a secure on-line gift (Click here)

Print a form and send it by mail (Click here) or

Call your gift in to the Campaign for Legal Aid during business hours at (304) 343-3013 x 28 or 46

Legal Aid of West Virginia (LAWV) has two funding priorities to support legal assistance to the citizens of West Virginia:

The Campaign for Legal Aid:

The Campaign is the backbone of Legal Aid of West Virginia's fundraising efforts. The Campaign is a statewide annual fundraising effort to raise undesignated contributions that provide the year-in and year-out program support. These donations from individuals, law firms, corporations and organizations are highly prized due to their flexibility of use, which allows for funds to be directed to the areas of greatest need.

The Legal Aid of West Virginia Endowment:

Established in 2005, the Legal Aid of West Virginia Endowment seeks to provide a base of support for legal services in perpetuity to relieve Legal Aid from dependence upon unpredictable and inadequate levels of funding. Gifts to the endowment are invested to grow over time. The Endowment is housed at The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation, a charitable community trust organized in 1962. The Foundation is a collection of more than 374 funds, including the Legal Aid of West Virginia Endowment. It is easy to make a contribution to the Endowment - just specify to us when making your donation that you want your money to go to the Endowment. If you have any questions, please contact Adrienne Worthy, Executive Director of LAWV, at (304) 343-3013 x 28.

Ways to Donate:

Making a Contribution now:

Contributions may be made through this site on our secure server by following the instructions above, by calling in your gift to Legal Aid of West Virginia at 304-343-3013 x 28 or 46, or by mailing your credit card or check contribution to Legal Aid of West Virginia, 922 Quarrier Street, Fourth Floor, Charleston, WV 25301.

Making a Pledge:

Many donors choose to pledge their annual gift and pay the pledge incrementally throughout the year on a payment schedule of their choice. Simply indicate the desired timetable on the pledge or contribution form and note if you would like LAWV to automatically charge your credit card, or if you will be paying periodically via check.

Workplace Giving:

Contribute to LAWV through your workplace giving program. Your company's payroll deduction giving program is a convenient and efficient way to make your charitable decisions while participating in your workplace campaign. Simply write-in Legal Aid of West Virginia on your giving form. City, County, State and West Virginia University employees will also need the following information:

Matching Gifts:

Many companies support employees' charitable interests by offering matching gift programs. You may be able to double or even triple your gift to LAWV by taking advantage of matching gifts from either your or your spouse's employer. Companies with matching gift programs will supply employees with matching gift forms upon request (usually supplied through the Human Resources department) to fill out and send along with your gift or pledge payment.

Gifts of Securities:

Gifts of stocks and bonds are easy to complete, qualify you for a charitable income tax deduction and you will avoid paying capital gains tax on the transfer. Please contact Adrienne Worthy, Executive Director at Legal Aid, to discuss how to give a gift of stocks or bonds.

Planned Giving:

The causes we choose to support financially reflect our most deeply held values learned over the course of a lifetime. Incorporating your philanthropic interests into your estate plans can be a creative and satisfying way to achieve your and your family's financial goals while making a legacy contribution to access to justice for all West Virginians.

Bequests:

Retain control of your assets for as long as you live and leave a lasting legacy in support of the Legal Aid of West Virginia Endowment.

Charitable Lead Trusts:

Transfer assets to your heirs at a reduced gift and estate tax cost, while you make gifts to the Legal Aid of West Virginia Endowment..

Retirement Plans:

Accomplish more with these assets by designating them to the Legal Aid of West Virginia Endowment. If left to non-charitable heirs (other than your spouse), retirement plan assets are subject to income and estate taxes, leaving only a small percentage for your heirs.

Life Insurance:

Name the Legal Aid of West Virginia Endowment the owner and beneficiary of an insurance policy and you will ensure a significant gift to the Endowment at your death and be entitled to a current charitable income tax deduction as well.

Real Estate:

Make a gift of real property outright to the Legal Aid of West Virginia Endowment, fund a life income arrangement with it, or even donate it and retain the right to live in it for your lifetime. Each gift qualifies for an income tax deduction.

For more information, please contact:

Legal Aid of West Virginia
922 Quarrier Street, Fourth Floor
Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 343-3013 x 28 or 46
worthac@aol.com