Dear friends and community,
I’m starting this fundraiser to raise $25,000 to help close a gap that should not exist.
The Gap
> Survivors of abuse often want legal help but don’t know where to turn.
> Many pro bono lawyers are willing to help. > The challenge is that the two sides rarely find each other in time.
What we are building
> A geo-matching App connecting abuse survivors with nearby pro bono lawyers
> Protecting initial privacy while enabling fast, location-based matching
> Non-prejudicial case updates will be posted, once the survivor is confirmed safe
> Community members can opt in for case updates by email/SMS until case closes
How the $25,000 will be used
> $15,000 to build first version of the geo-matching application
> $5,000 for logistics and outreach to build a verified pro bono lawyer network
> $5,000 to build major awareness of the solution in the community
The Impact
> Faster access to legal protection
> Reduced barriers for survivors seeking help
> Better use of pro bono legal resources
> Case updates reassure concerned community members
Organizer
Institute for Education, Research, and Scholarships
Beneficiary

