Kaptur Applauds $500,000 US DOJ Investment in Legal Aid of Western Ohio

November 9, 2026 Press Release Toledo, OH — Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, announced that Legal Aid of Western Ohio will receive a $500,000 award through the US Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Office for Victims of Crime. The award will be used to increase the quality and quantity of victim support services for victims of domestic violence, elder abuse, stalking, financial exploitation, and other crimes. “Strengthening our region’s access to quality, affordable legal services, and support for victims of crime is vital. We must empower our neighbors with the resources they need to have stability and success, and promote safety and security for those who have experienced terrible things” said Congresswoman Kaptur (OH-09). “I am honored to play a role in securing support and funding for organizations like Legal Aid of Western Ohio that are doing the hard work in Northwest Ohio to protect and advocate for those who need help most.” Legal Aid of Western Ohio (LAWO) has long provided critical legal assistance to low-income residents across 32 counties in western and northern Ohio. Their support services focus on tangible legal aid including representing clients in civil matters, securing protection orders and custody agreements, and offering legal consultation. As a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, Congresswoman Kaptur has advocated for increased Federal support for legal aid services throughout Northwest Ohio. In July 2026, she announced $1.3 Million in US DOJ funding for LAWO to increase services for victims of abuse and violence, particularly those that are over the age of 50 or living with disabilities. In 2025, she secured a $500,000 US Department of Veteran’s Affairs award for LAWO combat veteran homelessness. If you or someone you know needs legal assistance, you can visit LAWO’s Legal Aid Line by clicking here . # # # Issues : Health Care