Children's Law Center of Minnesota

Standing Up for Children When Families Face Crisis

Right now, families across Minnesota are facing increasing uncertainty — from economic instability to heightened enforcement activity that disrupts households and separates caregivers from children. When families are destabilized, children are often the ones who suffer the most.

Children’s Law Center of Minnesota (CLC) steps in to protect the rights, safety, and stability of children impacted by family separation, system involvement, and crisis.

Each year, CLC provides free legal representation and advocacy to more than 400 children and youth ages 10–21 in Minnesota’s foster care and child protection systems. With the support of nearly 200 trained volunteer attorneys, we ensure young people have a trusted adult fighting for their best interests in court — so their voices are heard when critical decisions are made about their future.

Why Your Support Matters Now

As community needs grow, we are seeing increased demand for:

• Legal advocacy for children experiencing family disruption

• Support for youth navigating unstable housing and school transitions

• Help accessing basic needs, mental health care, and educational services

• Protection for vulnerable youth who would otherwise face court proceedings alone

CLC’s holistic approach goes beyond the courtroom. Our Youth Resource Manager connects young clients to essential supports — including housing assistance, education resources, and mental health services — helping them build stability during crisis and confidence for adulthood.

Creating Long-Term Change

CLC’s work doesn’t stop at individual cases. By advocating for children within the legal system, we help drive long-term improvements in how Minnesota protects youth in foster care — strengthening outcomes, reducing trauma, and promoting family stability whenever safely possible.

Your Gift Makes an Immediate Impact

Your donation today helps ensure that Minnesota’s most vulnerable children are not left to face complex legal systems alone. Together, we can provide safety, justice, and hope — when it matters most.

Thank you for standing with foster youth and families in our community.

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