Financial Transparency & Accountability
The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) is committed to fiscal responsibility, transparency and oversight in managing federal funds. LSC ensures taxpayer dollars are used efficiently and effectively to provide essential legal aid services to American families, workers and veterans in need.
LSC's Budget & Funding: Investing in Communities
LSC is funded through an annual appropriation from Congress and distributes resources to legal aid organizations that serve every congressional district to ensure help reaches those who need it most. The majority of LSC’s budget directly supports local communities through:
- Grants to Legal Aid Organizations – Over 94% of LSC’s congressional appropriation directly funds nonprofit legal aid organizations that provide critical legal services to Americans facing civil legal issues.
- Grantee Oversight & Compliance – LSC conducts oversight reviews of all grantees to ensure every dollar is used appropriately. Additionally, LSC offers extensive training to grantees to ensure programmatic, regulatory and fiscal compliance with congressional requirements.
- Innovations & Initiatives – LSC invests in technology and innovative solutions to improve service delivery and increase access to justice.
Financial Reports & Accountability
LSC is dedicated to fiscal integrity and transparency, ensuring that every taxpayer dollar is spent responsibly to expand access to justice for hardworking Americans. Use the links below to navigate through our financial records.
Annual Budgets & Reports
Detailed breakdowns of how federal funds are allocated and spent.
Audits & Financial Statements
Annual grantee reports and audited financial statements verify compliance with federal grant regulations and best fiscal practices.
LSC follows rigorous financial controls to safeguard public funds and prevent misuse or inefficiency.
Office of Inspector General (OIG) Audits
Independent fraud, waste and abuse reviews to ensure proper use of federal funds.
Grantee Oversight and Support
Through regular oversight reviews and required financial reporting, LSC works closely with grantees to promote strong financial management and compliance with federal requirements.
Board of Directors Oversight
Appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate, LSC’s bipartisan Board of Directors ensures financial accountability and governance.