Impact Stories
Gaining Security Through Adoption
August 2022
Shandora Scruggs gained guardianship of her grandsons when she knew she needed something more formal: an adoption. VIP stepped in to help.
Shandora Scruggs gained guardianship of her grandsons when she knew she needed something more formal: an adoption. VIP stepped in to help.
"When these cases are over, my clients are so grateful that they can simply move on and focus on more important things."
We are celebrating a nonprofit that took advantage of free legal help: the Association of Mexican Business Owners in Philadelphia.
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When Hayward McCain needed title to make repairs to his home for his disability, VIP stepped in to help.
"Thank you to all the clients and community partners who help us ensure access to legal assistance for the Philadelphians who need it the most."
“I can never say how thankful I am for my attorneys and VIP, helping low- or no-income individuals who have nowhere else to turn.”
"That’s what these people want to do, they want to stay in their homes. They want to stay in Philadelphia.”
“It’s during these times that I am proud to say that I have helped one more Philadelphian obtain support."