Harris County Juror Pay Donation Program Gets Updated Charity List
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If you serve on a jury in Harris County, this update changes which charities you can donate your juror pay to. The approved list has been refreshed by Commissioners Court.
If this passes
Jurors in Harris County can donate their jury pay to charities on the newly updated approved list managed by the District Clerk's office.
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Harris County Commissioners Court approved an updated list of charities where jurors can donate their jury service pay. When residents serve on juries in Harris County, they receive payment for their civic duty. Many jurors choose to donate this pay to local charities and community programs that help our neighbors.
This policy update refreshes the approved list of organizations that can receive these donations. The program matters because it turns jury service into a way to give back to our community twice - once through participating in our justice system, and again by supporting local nonprofits. These donations help fund programs that serve vulnerable residents across Harris County's communities, from Houston neighborhoods to suburban areas.
The charities typically include organizations focused on education, health services, food assistance, and other essential community needs. This creates a direct connection between civic participation and community support. If you serve on a jury in Harris County, you can choose to donate your juror pay to one of the approved charities on the updated list.
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The District Clerk's office manages this program and can provide information about participating organizations. Contact Araceli Carrizales at the Harris County District Clerk's office for details about the donation process and current charity options.
Type: Discussion ItemFile: 26-3067 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-05-01 Passed: 2026-05-14
Araceli.Carrizales@hcdistrictclerk.com
Key Details
- Status: Approved by Harris County Commissioners Court
- Program: Juror pay donation to approved local charities
- Manager: Harris County District Clerk's office
- Contact: Araceli Carrizales, District Clerk's office
- Affected area: All of Harris County
Contact & Location
- Address
- 1001 Preston St 77002
- Phone
- 713-755-5000
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