About the ACLU

"(A) bill of rights is what the people are entitled to against every government on earth, general or particular, and what no government should refuse, or rest on inference."

Mission Statement

The Maryland ACLU works to ensure that all people in the state of Maryland are free to think and speak as they choose and can lead their lives free from discrimination and unwarranted government intrusion. We are guided in our work by the United States Bill of Rights and the Maryland Declaration of Rights. The Maryland ACLU acts without partisanship to achieve these goals.

The Bare Facts

Founded: March 8, 1931- the 10th state ACLU affiliate. (National ACLU founded in 1920).

Membership Size: Over 14,000 in Maryland; 500,000 nationwide; Dues $20.00/ year and up (dues not tax-deductible).

Tax-deductible Gifts: may be made to the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Maryland (ACLUF-MD), the ACLU-MD's tax-deductible arm. The foundation is a 501(c)(3) involved in litigation and public education.

Jurisdiction: State of Maryland- Prince George's and Montgomery Counties served jointly by the ACLU of the National Capitol Area

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