Crime & Legal-Related (I80) IRS Verified DX Registered

FIRST DEFENSE LEGAL AID

EIN: 01-0729555 · CHICAGO, IL 60612-3305 · United States · FY 2019 Data

1 out of 5 12 / 100 Based on summary figures only

Financial strength (30%) No data yet

Reliability (20%) 20/100

Effectiveness (25%) 33/100

Impact (25%) No data yet

Scored 9/13/2026

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Mission Statement

First Defense Legal Aid provides free, 24-hour, legal representation to people in Chicago Police Department custody and educates Chicagoans about how to protect their constitutional rights. We undertake these activities to promote fairness and accountability in the justice system.

Financial Overview — FY 2019

$717K

Total Revenue

$720K

Total Expenses

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Fundraising Efficiency N/A

Operating Reserve N/A

Liability-to-Asset N/A

Revenue Diversification N/A

Executive Compensation $0

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Organization Details

EIN: 01-0729555
State: IL
City: CHICAGO
ZIP: 60612-3305
Classification: I80
Category: Crime & Legal-Related
Rating: 1★
Coverage: D
Last Updated: Aug 2026
IRS Ruling Year: 1995
Foundation Code: 15

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