PLS News

Pisgah Legal has temporarily suspended its volunteer-run free tax service due to the outbreak of COVID-19. To file your taxes online, check out Myfreetaxes.com or search for an authorized IRS E-File Provider. As of March 19, the IRS has not extended the filing period,…

During this unprecedented health emergency, Pisgah Legal is committed to continuing to serve our clients. In addition, we have created a resource page with info on how to access services for food, economic assistance, mental health, business support, recovery support,…

Dear Friends, Clients and Partners, As we are all aware, the COVID-19 (coronavirus) is impacting lives around the world and here in Western North Carolina. As the situation continues to evolve, we are taking important steps to serve our clients…

The health and safety of everyone in our community is a priority for Pisgah Legal Services. Due to ongoing concerns about COVID-19, we are postponing our annual Jazz for Justice celebration, originally scheduled for April 2nd. Our hope is to…

In a time when divisiveness seems to be rampant, Pisgah Legal attorney and current Buncombe County Bar President Anne Salter is proud of her fellow Bar members and the culture of civility and cooperation that exists between them. “Even though…

Thanks to a grant from Z. Smith Reynolds, Pisgah Legal will host a paid internship for a college student in Asheville from late May 2020 –late July 2020. The Community Engagement and Intake Intern will work to assess barriers to…

If you or someone you know needs FREE tax assistance, there are a number of VITA certified (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) services available in multiple locations. This program offers free tax help to people who make $54,000 or less, persons…

Now until Dec. 31st, the North Carolina Glass Center is donating 50% of the sales of limited edition blown glass ornaments and sculpted candy canes to Pisgah Legal Services and Open Hearts. Stop by and check them out! 140 C Roberts St,…

Read how Diana and Larry reached out to PLS for help saving their home, updates on the Asheville-Buncombe Community Land Trust, a recap of our Justice Forum with Jose Antonio Vargas and more in our Winter Newsletter.