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Ways to Give

Thank you for your interest in supporting the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC).

Since 1984, NIJC has worked to ensure human rights protections and access to justice for immigrants, refugees, and people seeking asylum. No matter how you choose to donate, your gift will support NIJC’s legal services for immigrants and efforts to defend human rights.

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How You Can Make a Gift

NIJC accepts a variety of contributions to help meet the growing demand for our services. Below are the many meaningful ways you can make a gift—today or in the future:

Online

Make Your One-Time or Recurring Gift Online

Check or Mail

Mail via USPS, FedEx, UPS, etc. to:

National Immigrant Justice Center
Attn: Carrie Schwarz
111 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60604

Please include any special designations as an enclosed note with your gift to ensure timely and accurate acknowledgement.

Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) 

You can make a one-time or recurring gift through your DAF.

Legal name: NIJC NFP
Federal tax ID: 93-3878636

Please mail your gift to:

National Immigrant Justice Center
Attn: Carrie Schwarz
111 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60604

More Details

Per IRS regulations, DAF gifts cannot be used for event tickets or sponsorships unless the full amount is tax-deductible.

You may name NIJC as a beneficiary of all or a portion of the remaining funds in your DAF after your lifetime.

Please consult your tax advisor.

Wire or ACH Transfer

Please contact us at giving@immigrantjustice.org for our account information.

Stock or Securities Transfer

Receiving Firm: Bank of New York / LPL Financial LLC
DTC Number: 0075
Account Name: NIJC, NFP
Account Number: 2337-6313
Contact: 1-800-877-7210 or contra.transferstatus @ lplfinancial.com

Please notify us of the stock name and number of shares to ensure proper acknowledgment.

Bequests (Wills or Trusts) 

You can include NIJC in your will or living trust to leave a lasting legacy. Always consult your professional advisor when making or revising your will.  

More Details

Sample language: 

“I give, devise, and bequeath $_______ (or ___% of my estate) to the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC, NFP), a nonprofit corporation located in Chicago, Illinois, Tax ID 93-3878636, for its general purposes.”

You may also leave NIJC a residual gift—a portion of what remains after other bequests and expenses are fulfilled.

Sample language:

All the rest, residue and remainder of my estate I give to the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC, NFP), located in Chicago, IL, Tax ID 93-3878636, to be used for its general purposes.

Beneficiary Designations (Retirement Plans, Life Insurance) 

A powerful, tax-efficient way to make a future gift without updating your will is to name NIJC as a beneficiary of your: 

  • Bank or brokerage account
  • IRA or retirement plan 
  • Life insurance policy 

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from IRAs

If you are age 70½ or older, you may be eligible to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRA directly to NIJC—reducing your taxable income while supporting our mission. 

Please consult with your financial advisor or tax attorney.

Matching Gifts from Your Employer

Many employers will match your gift to NIJC, doubling (or tripling) your impact. Check with your HR department to see if your company participates in a matching gift program. 

Online: Visit our matching gifts page to search for and see if your company offers a match program and to submit your match gift online.  

Already have a matching gift form?

Please mail it to: 

National Immigrant Justice Center
Attn: Carrie Schwarz
111 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60604 

Or: cschwarz@immigrantjustice.org

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Fundraise for NIJC

Create a personal fundraising campaign on behalf of NIJC and provide life-changing legal services to immigrants and asylum seekers.

Start your campaign now and become an Immigrant Justice Champion!

Already signed up? Check out our fundraiser toolkit with all the info you need to have a successful campaign.

Contact NIJC for Support

If you have questions or if you choose to make your gift through any channel other than a check or through our website, please let us know by contacting Carrie Schwarz so we can ensure NIJC’s receipt of your gift and thank you for your commitment to justice.

(312) 235-4617
cschwarz@immigrantjustice.org
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