Thanks for visiting!

This project is now in update mode. Check back regularly to see how things are progressing.

Public Interest Law Summer Fellowships

$16,054
91%
Raised toward our $17,500 Goal
111 Donors
Project has ended
Project ended on February 27, at 09:00 PM CST
Project Owners

Support Public Interest Law Students

DePaul’s Public Interest Law Association’s Summer Scholarship Program helps hard-working and passionate students fund summer internships at community-based, pro-bono, and legal aid organizations. 

We kicked off our campaign during the Blue Demon Challenge, DePaul's annual day of giving, and we are so grateful to everyone who has already contributed! We are now excited to announce that Robin Wagner (JD '14) and her wife, Sharon Haar, have generously offered to match all gifts, dollar-for-dollar, up to $2,500! Please make your gift today and double the impact of your contribution!

Donations will provide support to students who have interests in serving the community and providing legal access to all individuals. Since legal aid organizations do not have the budget to support summer interns, your donation will give students the opportunity to explore, experience, and make a difference in a field of law that makes a world of difference for others. 

All donations are extremely appreciated!

Levels
Choose a giving level

$5

Coffee Break

The cost of a nice, large coffee to keep a student energized.

$10

Study Snack

Legal research makes you work up an appetite.

$26

26th Anniversary

This marks the 26th Year PILA has been raising money to support unpaid internships.

$75

Fridge Filler

A week’s worth of groceries for a student.

$150

Power Suit

The cost of a business suit so a student can be courtroom ready!

$560

Working 9-5

What a way to make a living! A week’s pay for a student at Chicago’s minimum wage rate.

$5,000

Community Champion

An entire summer scholarship for one hardworking student! Community Champions will receive a handwritten thank you note to show our appreciation.

Our Crowdfunding Groups