In addition to the FEMA application clinics happening today at our locations in Asheville (Charlotte St location) and Hendersonville (Church St location), FEMA staff are available at the following locations today: Black Mountain Ingles Pack Square Park 528 Emma Road, where Spanish language teams are also available 10am-5pm New Bridge Baptist Basilica of St. Lawrence Walmart in Arden Yancey County Library at 321 School Circle 10/7 11am-2pm Avery County Library Spruce Pine Library
About us
Our Mission: To pursue justice by providing legal assistance and advocacy to help low-income people in Western North Carolina meet their basic needs and improve their lives. What We Do: Pisgah Legal Services is an innovative nonprofit founded in 1978 that: provides free civil legal aid to people who live in poverty; helps more than 23,000 of the most vulnerable people in our communities annually to meet urgent needs such as: housing, safety from abuse, health care and income; partners with dozens of other agencies to make sustainable change for people in crisis; coordinates the services of more than 250 pro bono attorneys in WNC; improves systems and policies that impact the lives of thousands of low-income people. Pisgah Legal Services provides a broad array of free civil legal aid, anti-poverty advocacy and access to health care in 18 counties and the Qualla Boundary in WNC. Program offerings vary by county depending on the availability and scope of funding. Pisgah Legal has offices in Asheville, Brevard, Burnsville, Cashiers, Franklin, Highlands, Hendersonville, Marshall, Morganton, Newland, Rutherfordton, Spruce Pine and Waynesville.
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http://www.pisgahlegal.org/
External link for Pisgah Legal Services
- Industry
- Legal Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Specialties
- Homelessness prevention, domestic violence, access to health care, and and meeting other basic needs.
Locations
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Primary
62 Charlotte Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801, US
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689B Blythe Street
Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739, US
Employees at Pisgah Legal Services
Updates
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Anyone who is struggling with a business following Hurricane Helene can head to the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce for assistance.
SBA offers low-interest disaster loans for homeowners, renters, businesses and nonprofits. For assistance, visit the Business Recovery Center M-F, 9am to 6pm & Sat. 9am-3pm at the Asheville Visitor Center (36 Montford Ave)
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Need help with FEMA applications? Head to Pisgah Legal Services TODAY from 10-4. We will hosting a walk-in clinic at the Asheville Charlotte Street location and also the Hendersonville Church Street location. https://lnkd.in/ehGtW7p2
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The Justice Forum is 2 weeks away! This year’s Justice Forum features keynote speaker Marielena Hincapié at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium. The event includes a ticketed reception at 5:30 pm, followed by the FREE Forum at 7:00 pm. Please let people know about this informative and inspiring evening by sharing this post and inviting your friends to come! There are many options for people to participate, including regional watch parties and livestream so wherever you are, you can be a part of the Justice Forum! Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation will be provided. Still need to register? https://lnkd.in/etweuNVi
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Congratulations to Pisgah Legal Services attorney, Madeline Offen, for being named Transylvania County's Emerging Leader of the Year!
Congratulations to Pisgah Legal's own Madeline Offen for being named Transylvania County's Emerging Leader of the Year! Way to go, Madeline! Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gQmssEqM
Businesses, individuals honored during gala
transylvaniatimes.com
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Congratulations to Pisgah Legal's own Madeline Offen for being named Transylvania County's Emerging Leader of the Year! Way to go, Madeline! Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gQmssEqM
Businesses, individuals honored during gala
transylvaniatimes.com
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Join us on our Justice Matters Tour to learn more about Pisgah Legal and how community members like you can stand for justice with us. Together we’ll examine the need in our region, discuss how civil legal aid can be an effective anti-poverty tool and dive deeper into several of Pisgah Legal’s programs. The Next Justice Matters Tour will be Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 from noon – 1pm. A light lunch will be provided. Email Lori Nierzwick with questions or for more information at [email protected]
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Attention - today is the last day to vote! Jackie Kiger, Executive Director of Pisgah Legal Services, has been nominated for the 2024 WomanUP Award! Jackie's incredible work over the past 14 years has made a lasting impact on our community, from launching the Health Justice program to advocating for Medicaid expansion and securing benefits for local residents. Vote for Jackie and help us recognize her dedication to justice and equity in Western North Carolina. https://lnkd.in/dZktq6mX
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Pisgah Legal's own Executive Director, Jaclyn Kiger, has been nominated as Outstanding Woman Nonprofit Leader for the 2024 WomanUP Awards! We are so proud of all of Jackie's work here at Pisgah Legal Services. Please take a moment to vote for Jackie before the deadline of September 12. Vote here: https://lnkd.in/dZktq6mX
2024 WomanUP Award Nominees - Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce
https://www.ashevillechamber.org
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Thanks to The Laurel of Asheville Magazine for recognizing the unforgettable tenure of Jim Barrett as he transitions to retirement. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eRNz3_6Z
On a Personal Note: Jim Barrett - The Laurel of Asheville
https://thelaurelofasheville.com