Breaking Barriers.
Building Justice.

For nearly 30 years, the California Access to Justice Commission (CalATJ) has fought to ensure every Californian - regardless of income, language, or zip code - can navigate the civil legal system with dignity. Through bold innovation, targeted funding, deep partnerships, and rigorous research, we’re building the infrastructure for a more just California.

How We Make a Difference

Advocacy That Moves Mountains
We champion policies that expand legal aid funding, protect vulnerable communities, and modernize courts.

Grants That Fuel Innovation
We fund bold solutions — from AI-powered legal tools to rural mobile clinics — so nonprofits can serve more people, better.

Research That Exposes Gaps
Our reports uncover inequities and push for systemic fixes.

Collaboration That Multiplies Power
Judges, legislators, and grassroots leaders unite through our commissions to reimagine justice.

Everyone Should Have Equal Access To Justice.

Impact by the Numbers

All grants since 2022.

  • $19.6M in total grants awarded to legal aid organizations statewide

  • 94 unique organizations funded

  • 145+ grants awarded across 4 years

  • Serving rural, immigrant, low-income, limited-English, and other underrepresented communities

  • Funding projects in technology modernization, AI tools, immigration services, strategic planning, and innovative delivery models

  • Reaching communities in all 58 California counties through local and regional partnerships

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