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Impact Stories

 
 
Impact Stories

Proving a VIP Client’s Existence in the Eyes of the Law: A Pro Bono Challenge

April 2026

"As hard as it may be to believe, many Americans – particularly those born in rural areas in the South – were never issued birth certificates."

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Legal Clinic Volunteers Serve Philly’s Small Businesses & Nonprofits

March 2026

VIP brings together our city's small business owners, nonprofit leaders, and pro bono attorneys at legal clinics year-round.

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Preventing Homelessness: Alyssa’s Family Home

January 2026

“Before my grandma died, she used to say, ‘Alyssa, do what you have to do to take care of the house.’”

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VIP Volunteers Negotiate Settlement for Black-Owned Beauty Studio

January 2025

Desmond Connall and Damaris Walker of Ballard Spahr helped our client settle unfair late fees and move into a new space.

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Preserving Income: Kim’s Debt Collection Story

October 2023

Kim was uninsured at the time of her emergency brain surgery, and the hospital sued her for $13,000. Thanks to VIP, she doesn't owe a cent.

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Clearing a Tangled Title, Putting Her Affairs in Order

August 2023

Virginia wanted to make a will, but she could not afford an attorney on her fixed income. Even worse: her home had a tangled title.

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