Causes: Civil Rights, Crime & Law, Ethnic & Immigrant Centers, Human Services, Immigration, Legal Services, Minority Rights

Mission: Latin American Legal Defense and Education Fund, Inc. 's (LALDEF) mission is to promote the rights of all immigrants (with a focus on the Latin American community in the Mercer County area); facilitate access to health care, education, and legal representation; advocate for the integration of immigrants; and foster intercultural communication that strengthens our communities.

Target demographics: LATIN AMERICAN LOW INCOME IMMIGRANT FAMILIES

Direct beneficiaries per year: 3500

Geographic areas served: Mercer County area, New Jersey

Programs: The Mercer County Area Community ID Card; Health Care Outreach (Puerta de Salud); Youth mentoring program (FUTURO); Citizenship and legal clinics; Tax return preparation services, JobsMercer workforce development a job placement.