$1,800 raised by 5 donors
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$25,000 Goal
Founded in 2006, Light of Hope Immigration Law Center (LOHILC) is a nonprofit organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to provide immigration legal services. This recognition allows our team to legally represent immigrant families before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the Department of Homeland Security, and the Immigration Courts — a distinction held by very few nonprofits in North Texas.
For 19 years, we have been a trusted lifeline for immigrant families, offering affordable, professional, and compassionate help. In 2024 alone, our team served more than 3,200 individuals with DACA renewals, family visas, citizenship applications, humanitarian relief, and more. Through our free Citizenship Classes and workshops, 140 students prepared for the naturalization test with a 99% pass rate, while community outreach events connected families with vital resources and support.
Most of the families we serve are low-income and cannot afford private attorney fees, which often range from $5,000–$10,000 for the same services we provide. That’s why Light of Hope continues to expand access through reduced-fee and pro bono support, ensuring that no family has to navigate the immigration system alone.
Our mission is to advocate, educate, and serve Low-Income Immigrant Families in securing U.S. Legal Status. We provide low-cost or pro-bono legal services, citizenship preparatory courses, and much more.
In 2025, Light of Hope Immigration Law Center celebrates 19 years of service to immigrant families in North Texas. Yet the need in our community has never been greater — and for this reason, we need your help!
Citizenship Classes:
•$55 provides textbooks and materials for one student.
•$200 sponsors one full semester (12 weeks) of citizenship classes for one student.
•$3,000 supports one full semester (12 weeks) of citizenship classes for 15 students.
In 2024, we offered 6 classes and helped 140 students achieve a 99% pass rate on their citizenship exam. Each semester cost $3,000, totaling $9,000 for the year in classroom space, books, and materials.
In 2025, we currently have 5 classes running but also a waiting list of 50 students who cannot be accommodated due to limited resources. Our classes remain free for students — but without your support, many who are ready to take this important step will be left waiting.
Legal Services:
•$60 covers a full immigration consultation with a DOJ Accredited Representative, giving a family clear direction and next steps.
•$250 helps bridge the gap for one more client who cannot afford an immigration attorney.
•$350 helps support the preparation and filing of a work permit or DACA renewal.
•$500 contributes to low-cost representation for family-based petitions or humanitarian relief cases.
•$600 helps cover the preparation and filing of a citizenship application.
In 2024 alone, our legal team served more than 3,200 individuals with DACA renewals, family visas, citizenship applications, and humanitarian cases. Some immigration cases can take 7+ years, and families rely on us for affordable, professional, and compassionate representation throughout the journey.
Other Urgent Needs:
•$300 provides outreach and Know Your Rights materials for 20 families.
•$1,500 supports training and accreditation costs for a new DOJ Accredited Representative, expanding our capacity to serve.
This North Texas Giving Day, we invite you to stand with immigrant families across North Texas. With a waiting list of 50 students for our free citizenship classes and thousands depending on affordable legal help, your support is critical. Your gift keeps classes free, expands legal representation, and ensures no family has to walk this journey alone. Every contribution — no matter the size — helps us reach our goal and makes a lasting difference for immigrant families.
Light of Hope Immigration Law Center is a non-profit organization that serves immigrant families and individuals without regards of race, religion, disability, income, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender, or background.
Organization name
Light of Hope Immigration Law Center, Inc.
Causes
Immigrants & Refugees
Operating Budget
$500,000 - $999,999
Counties Served
Collin, Dallas, Denton, Grayson, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Rockwall, Tarrant
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx, Other
BIPOC Leadership
Executive Director/CEO
Address
1339 19th Street.
