The Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP) is a national non-profit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to advancing economic security, educational opportunity, and racial equity for people with low incomes. Founded in 1969, CLASP develops and advocates for public policies that reduce poverty, promote family stability, and expand access to employment, education, and public benefits.
CLASP typically pursues legislative policies related to poverty reduction, workforce development, child care and early education, income supports, health care access, higher education affordability, racial equity, immigration reform, and policies strengthening public benefit programs such as SNAP, TANF, and Medicaid.
Primarily funded through foundation grants, philanthropic contributions, and government and private grants.
Collaborates with national anti-poverty coalitions, child advocacy organizations, workforce development groups, and civil rights organizations.
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