FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media/Press Contact
Stacey Palmer
Community Legal Services
240-391-6370 | Palmer@clspgc.org
Greenbelt, MD – Community Legal Services of Prince George’s County (CLS) is proud to be a recipient of funding from the Meyer Foundation, whose mission is to build a more equitable Greater Washington region where economically disadvantaged people can thrive. CLS advances this mission by supporting, educating, and advocating for individuals, families, and communities by providing free, high-quality legal services that protect fundamental rights, ensure equal access to justice, and uplift those we serve.
The grant award to CLS is a significant investment in expanding advocacy for residents of Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties. The funding will bolster CLS’s ongoing efforts to amplify our advocacy work in critical areas such as tenant rights, family protection, domestic violence prevention, and community education.
“We are deeply honored to receive this support from the Meyer Foundation, a respected leader in advancing equity and justice across the region,” said Jessica Quincosa, Executive Director of CLS. “This investment will directly strengthen our capacity to serve more residents in need and help address the systemic barriers to justice that disproportionately affect Black and brown communities.”
The Meyer Foundation’s support comes at a critical time when the demand for community building continues to rise, particularly among tenants facing eviction and families navigating complex challenges.
About Community Legal Services: Founded in 1985, CLS provides advocacy, legal advice, representation, education, and outreach to thousands of Maryland residents annually. The organization partners with volunteer attorneys, local government, and grassroots organizations to build a more equitable legal system that serves everyone—regardless of income or background. Learn more at: www.clspgc.org
About the Meyer Foundation: Founded in 1944 by Washington Post publisher Eugene Meyer and author and activist Agnes E. Meyer, the Meyer Foundation pursues and invests in solutions that build an equitable Greater Washington community in which economically disadvantaged people thrive.
View the release here: Press Release_ CLS_MeyerF_7.2.25_FINAL
