The “model minority myth” perpetuates a perception of Asian Pacific Islanders (API) as highly educated and well-integrated into American society. Yet, 23% of community members have limited English proficiency; 10% live at or below the federal poverty level; and 9% of those over 25 do not have a high school diploma. APALRC advances the civil rights of our API neighbors with low incomes, many of whom face cultural and linguistic barriers to accessing legal assistance. A bilingual and bicultural team provides free legal services for hundreds of immigrants, victims of crime and trafficking, domestic violence survivors, and tenants. Seminars and panels educate community members about their legal rights and about stopping anti-Asian hate while raising awareness of these issues. APALRC is the advocate our local API community deserves.

Headquarters: DC-Ward 2

Where They Operate: DC-Citywide; MD-Montgomery County; MD-Prince George's County; MD-Frederick County; VA-Arlington County; VA-Fairfax County; VA-City of Alexandria; VA-City of Fairfax; VA-City of Falls Church

Age Groups Served: All

Ethnic Groups Served: African American; Asian American; Caucasian; Latino/Hispanic

Population(s) Served: Low- to Moderate-Income Community Members

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Budget (FY2023)

  • $3 million or higher
  • $1 million to $3 million
  • The current budget for Asian Pacific American Legal Resource Center is: $500k to $1 million
  • Less than $500k

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