Direct justice where it's needed most by supporting Idahoans through Cy Pres Awards.
When class action settlements leave unclaimed or residual funds, courts may direct those funds to organizations whose work aligns with the underlying purpose of the lawsuit - which is known as a Cy Pres award.
Idaho Legal Aid Services is a trusted nonprofit law firm that provides free legal help to low-income Idahoans, including seniors, domestic violence survivors, people with disabilities, and rural families. We believe that no one should face a legal crisis alone just because they can't afford an attorney.
For further information on why Idaho Legal Aid Services is the perfect fit for Cy Pres, read below:
Courts in Idaho and nationwide often recognize legal aid organizations as strong Cy Pres recipients because our work aligns closely with the underlying purposes of many class actions. Idaho Legal Aid Services is a particularly good fit because:
We serve the class: Our clients routinely face the same issues that drive many class actions, including consumer protection, housing instability, debt collection, access to health care, and unfair or deceptive practices.
We extend the impact: Every dollar we receive helps us protect vulnerable Idahoans from abuse, eviction, fraud, and more.
We are accountable: ILAS is a longstanding 501(c)(3) nonprofit with robust grant compliance and financial oversight. We steward funds with transparency and documented outcomes.
We keep funds local: Cy Pres awards to ILAS stay in Idaho and help Idahoans access legal services in communities across the state.
If you're a plaintiff's attorney, class counsel, or part of a firm considering Cy Pres recommendations, Idaho Legal Aid Services would be honored to be included. You can:
Propose ILAS as a Cy Pres recipient in your settlement agreements.
Reach out to our team for language and materials to include in court filings.
Consult with us on how your award can have the greatest local impact.
ILAS is on the front lines of providing legal services to low-income clients throughout the state. A Cy Pres gift helps ensure the promise of the legal system is available to all and not just those who can afford it.
Cy pres awards help ILAS reach more people, in more communities, with more life-saving legal services. Your support can protect a domestic violence survivor, keep a senior safely housed, or help a rural veteran fight for their benefits.
To learn more, contact us at cypres@idaholegalaid.org.
