The Funding Florida Legal Aid board of directors approved the distribution of $33,870,910 of Interest on Trust Accounts funds to 35 legal aid organizations statewide.
Grants were awarded to two legal aid organizations that serve Northeast Florida. Jacksonville Area Legal Aid received $1,895,816 and Three Rivers Legal Services received $764,978.
The grants will be used to increase access to the justice system by facilitating free direct legal services to low-income clients and promoting pro bono public service.
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