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RICLAPP accepts monetary as well as in-kind contributions to help sustain the day to day functioning of our organization. The Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy, Inc., is a public charity under IRC §501(c)(3) and all contributions are tax deductible. If you would like to make a contribution to RICLAPP:

RICLAPP would like to thank all of those who made our First Annual Summer Fundraiser possible by sponsoring or donating. Click on the link to view all of RICLAPP's super supporters.

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You can raise money for RICLAPP simply by creating your own First Giving page. Creating your page is quick and simple! Once your page is live, spread the word to all your friends to contribute to RICLAPP through your First Giving fundraising page. Go to: http://www.firstgiving.com and click on "Make Your Page". This is a great way to get your friends and family involved in a great cause. If you have any questions, email Jeannine at jeannine@riclapp.org

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Volunteer Attorney:

RICLAPP seeks volunteer attorneys to provide legal assistance for specific cases. By providing pro bono representation, volunteer attorneys gain valuable legal experience as their client's primary advocate from start to finish on a case.

Administrative Assistant:

RICLAPP is in need of an administrative volunteer to help us manage our day-to-day operations. Volunteers will be asked to answer the phone and assist with community outreach initiatives such as mass mailings. Volunteers will also be responsible for performing intake procedures for new clients who call the office. Volunteers will be required to undergo a brief training on intake procedures, RICLAPP's programs and legal services, and RICLAPP's administrative systems prior to starting the volunteer position. Volunteers should be comfortable working in person with clients. They should also be organized, punctual, and have a positive attitude!

RICLAPP is looking for volunteers to help out with our Senior Legal Clinic Program. The Senior Legal Clinic Program serves elders at senior centers in Cranston, Warwick, East Greenwich, and Woonsocket by providing low cost legal services. Volunteers will have the opportunity to work directly with clients by performing intake procedures immediately prior to the client's appointment. Other duties include scheduling future appointments, providing information about the Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy, and distributing informational materials. Volunteers will be working on site at the senior centers. Volunteers are required to go through a brief training at our office on proper intake procedures and general information on the Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy. Volunteers should be comfortable working in person with senior populations. They should also be be organized, punctual, and have a positive attitude!

If you are interested in taking a case or volunteering with RICLAPP, contact Jeannine Schoos for more information at: jeannine@riclapp.org

RICLAPP is accepting applications for spring interns currently enrolled in law school. Interns working for RICLAPP will have the benefit of assisting on a wide variety of cases including elder issues, employment, housing and new business counsel. Much of the work students will complete includes legal research and writing as well as research on RICLAPP's chosen public policy issues. Interns must have an interest in working in the public sector. The last day to apply for a summer internship is May 14, 2010.

RICLAPP accepts student interns that have an interest in working in the human services sector of the non-profit world. RICLAPP's program requires that interns work a minimum of 8 hours per week during fall or spring semesters and a minimum of 16 hours per week during summer internships. Prior to beginning an internship, RICLAPP requires that students meet with a staff member. The last day to apply for a summer internship is May 14, 2010.

To apply for an internship please send a cover letter and resume to: jeannine@riclapp.org

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The Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy is growing every day! With the growth of our organization we have expanded our internship program, hosting at least four interns every semester. While this is great news for our clients, this means we are in need of additional equipment to help support our expansion. Consider becoming a sponsor to support our students! We will check off the items as we receive them.

___ Printer - $100.00

√   Mac Office Software - $20.00

√ Cordless Phone - $25.00

√ Stationary Phone - $85.00

___ External Hard Drive - $80.00

___ Surge Protector - $10.00

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Now you can support the Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy on Goodsearch.com and Goodshop.com.

Just go to www.goodsearch.com and be sure to enter the Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy as the charity you want to support. And, be sure to spread the word!

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If you would like to make a contribution to RICLAPP: Send a check to our office payable to the Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy; or Click the "Donate" button on our homepage to make a contribution through our secure PayPal account. RICLAPP would like to thank all of those who made our First Annual Summer Fundraiser possible by sponsoring or donating. Click on the link to view all of RICLAPP's super supporters. Super Supporters! ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Raise Money For RICLAPP! You can raise money for RICLAPP simply by creating your own First Giving page. Creating your page is quick and simple! Once your page is live, spread the word to all your friends to contribute to RICLAPP through your First Giving fundraising page. Go to: http://www.firstgiving.com and click on "Make Your Page". This is a great way to get your friends and family involved in a great cause. If you have any questions, email Jeannine at jeannine@riclapp.org ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Volunteer Volunteer Attorney: RICLAPP seeks volunteer attorneys to provide legal assistance for specific cases. By providing pro bono representation, volunteer attorneys gain valuable legal experience as their client's primary advocate from start to finish on a case. Administrative Assistant: RICLAPP is in need of an administrative volunteer to help us manage our day-to-day operations. Volunteers will be asked to answer the phone and assist with community outreach initiatives such as mass mailings. Volunteers will also be responsible for performing intake procedures for new clients who call the office. Volunteers will be required to undergo a brief training on intake procedures, RICLAPP's programs and legal services, and RICLAPP's administrative systems prior to starting the volunteer position. Volunteers should be comfortable working in person with clients. They should also be organized, punctual, and have a positive attitude! RICLAPP Ambassador: RICLAPP is looking for volunteers to help out with our Senior Legal Clinic Program. The Senior Legal Clinic Program serves elders at senior centers in Cranston, Warwick, East Greenwich, and Woonsocket by providing low cost legal services. Volunteers will have the opportunity to work directly with clients by performing intake procedures immediately prior to the client's appointment. Other duties include scheduling future appointments, providing information about the Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy, and distributing informational materials. Volunteers will be working on site at the senior centers. Volunteers are required to go through a brief training at our office on proper intake procedures and general information on the Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy. Volunteers should be comfortable working in person with senior populations. They should also be be organized, punctual, and have a positive attitude! If you are interested in taking a case or volunteering with RICLAPP, contact Jeannine Schoos for more information at: jeannine@riclapp.org Legal Internships: RICLAPP is accepting applications for spring interns currently enrolled in law school. Interns working for RICLAPP will have the benefit of assisting on a wide variety of cases including elder issues, employment, housing and new business counsel. Much of the work students will complete includes legal research and writing as well as research on RICLAPP's chosen public policy issues. Interns must have an interest in working in the public sector. The last day to apply for a summer internship is May 14, 2010. College Internships: RICLAPP accepts student interns that have an interest in working in the human services sector of the non-profit world. RICLAPP's program requires that interns work a minimum of 8 hours per week during fall or spring semesters and a minimum of 16 hours per week during summer internships. Prior to beginning an internship, RICLAPP requires that students meet with a staff member. The last day to apply for a summer internship is May 14, 2010. To apply for an internship please send a cover letter and resume to: jeannine@riclapp.org ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Become a RICLAPP Sponsor! The Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy is growing every day! With the growth of our organization we have expanded our internship program, hosting at least four interns every semester. While this is great news for our clients, this means we are in need of additional equipment to help support our expansion. Consider becoming a sponsor to support our students! We will check off the items as we receive them. RICLAPP Wish List: ___ Laptop Computer - $600.00 ___ Desktop Computer - $500.00 ___ Printer - $100.00 √ Mac Office Software - $20.00 √ Cordless Phone - $25.00 √ Stationary Phone - $85.00 ___ External Hard Drive - $80.00 ___ Surge Protector - $10.00 ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Support RICLAPP Through Goodshop and Goodsearch! Now you can support the Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy on Goodsearch.com and Goodshop.com. Just go to www.goodsearch.com and be sure to enter the Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy as the charity you want to support. And, be sure to spread the word!

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