Strategic Plan 2025-2030

Strengthening Our Impact, Serving Our Community 

At the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley, our mission is clear: to advance the rights of underrepresented individuals and families through legal services, advocacy, and education. But to truly serve our community, we must continue to evolve.  

Our five-year strategic plan sets a course toward 2030 with one goal in mind: to better serve the people who need us most by meeting today’s needs.  

 Read the Full Strategic Plan

View our Theory of Change

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Strategic Priorities

1. Expand Our Impact to Reach More People
   Issues impacting our low-income neighbors can change rapidly, so we ensure our services are as relevant and targeted as possible. We have a 50-year track record of meeting the region’s most urgent needs—through the AIDS epidemic, the great recession, all the way to today’s surging regional housing crisis. That tradition continues in our latest plan. 

• Put Marginalized Communities First: Prioritize serving individuals and families from communities most impacted by systemic inequities. This includes those living on a low income, communities of color, people experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity, youth in foster care, immigrants, seniors, LGBTQIA+ communities, and many others. 

• Refresh Our Approach to Impact: Develop a Theory of Change that charts a clear course from the greatest needs of our underserved community to the positive outcomes the Law Foundation is positioned to create.  

• Use Data to Drive Better Outcomes: Strengthen our ability to gather and analyze data to help identify gaps, advocate for systemic solutions, and drive better outcomes for our clients.
   

2. Strengthen Community Partnerships to Enhance Support
   The people we serve don’t just need legal help—they need a network of support. Stronger community partnerships mean we can offer more holistic services, advocate more effectively, and build trust with the communities we work alongside.  

• Listen to the Community: Grounding our work in the lived experiences of our client communities ensures that our services are shaped by the real needs of those we work with. 

• Expand Pro Bono Partnerships: Engaging more pro bono attorneys allows us to serve more clients, extend our reach, and provide higher-quality legal support.  

• Increase Awareness and Access: By improving how we communicate and strengthening our visibility, we can connect more people to legal services and other critical resources. 
  
  

3. Fortify Our Organization to Serve More Effectively
   Our team of attorneys, social workers, and advocates provide high-quality legal services under challenging circumstances. By improving our internal systems, culture, and funding, we ensure long-term sustainability and the best support for the community who relies on us.

• Invest in Our Team: Enhancing professional development and improving hiring and retention practices will allow us to build a stronger, more skilled workforce to serve our clients. 

• Improve Communication and Collaboration: Strengthening internal communication ensures that our staff can work more efficiently, share insights, and provide better support for clients. 

• Secure Sustainable Funding: Diversifying revenue and securing long-term funding means we can provide free legal services and advocate for systemic change—without interruption.

Contact: Communications Department, communications@lawfoundation.org 

LAW FOUNDATION OF SILICON VALLEY LAUNCHES NONPROFIT PROTECTION PROJECT TO SAFEGUARD NONPROFITS FROM LEGAL RISKS 

SAN JOSÉ, CA – The Law Foundation of Silicon Valley, the South Bay’s largest legal nonprofit, announces today the public launch of its Nonprofit Protection Project. This is a first-of-its-kind regional initiative providing free legal support to nonprofits navigating emerging legal challenges. From shifting federal priorities to contract disruptions, nonprofits are facing unprecedented legal and governance challenges that threaten their ability to serve communities. 

Through this new project, launched in partnership with the Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits (SVCN) and Give Light Consulting, the Law Foundation will offer one-on-one pro bono legal consultations and limited representation, along with trainings and curated resources to bolster nonprofit capacity and resilience. Eligibility is generally open to nonprofits with less than $10 million in annual support that are located in or serve Santa Clara County. Selected organizations may receive up to 10 hours of pro bono legal assistance focused on governance and compliance challenges resulting from recent executive orders, changes in federal policies and priorities, and related legal matters. 

“Nonprofits face a shifting legal terrain, from executive orders to federal policy changes, that threatens their ability to serve our community,” said Alison Brunner, Executive Director at the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley. “The Nonprofit Protection Project ensures these organizations can continue their vital work without unnecessary legal barriers.” 

The project provides nonprofits with: 

• Up to 10 hours of pro bono legal consultation per nonprofit. 

• In-depth trainings on legal and governance topics. 

• Access to vetted resources addressing governance, audits, executive orders, investigations, and contract disruptions. 

"Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits has heard from countless nonprofits about the urgent legal needs created by federal actions. Nonprofit leaders are looking for support to ensure their organizations can continue critical operations that serve our communities,” shares Executive Director Kyra Kazantzis. “We are proud to partner with the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley on this initiative, which fills a vital gap by providing accessible, reliable, pro bono legal support for Santa Clara County nonprofits.” 

This project was made possible with generous support from Sobrato Philanthropies and the Silicon Valley Community Foundation. 

Nonprofits can apply for legal support or access online resources at lawfoundation.org/nonprofitprotectionproject. 

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About the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley 
The Law Foundation of Silicon Valley is a nonprofit organization based in San Jose, dedicated to advancing the rights of under-represented individuals and families in our diverse community through legal services, strategic advocacy, and educational outreach. Since 1974, we have been committed to promoting justice and equity, addressing systemic issues, and empowering those in need through direct legal support. To get services, join us, donate, or learn more, visit lawfoundation.org. 

Protecting our Neighbors

We believe that everyone deserves equity, dignity, and fairness. As federal immigration enforcement becomes more aggressive and punitive, our commitment to defending the rights of under-represented individuals and families remains steadfast. 

Even though enforcement may look different here than in Los Angeles or elsewhere, these federal actions are having the same effects locally. Our neighbors feel fear, families are being separated, and the core values of justice and due process are being undermined. 

In response, we are actively working to support our community by: 

• Helping families prepare for possible detention or deportation, including care plans for children 

• Providing legal representation to unaccompanied minors in immigration cases 

• Educating low-income tenants about their housing rights to prevent exploitation based on immigration status 

• Advising individuals on eligibility for State and Federal benefits, like healthcare and food assistance, amid changing policy and increasing fear to engage with government programs 

• Partnering with communities to raise their voices and influence decisions 

Please join us as we work to support our community during this challenging time. Donate now, arrange corporate/firm support, or join our network of pro bono attorneys.