MIPLA was recognized as a "leader in giving" for its 2021 charitable contributions to Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid's Fund for Legal Aid. This recognition appeared in Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid's 2021 Legal Aid Annual Report. MIPLA's contribution was in connection with the association's annual holiday happy hour event. Numerous MIPLA members were also recognized in the Annual Report for their individual contributions. Together, these contributions have helped support Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid's important work serving needs for legal services in the areas of housing, health care access, and independent living for seniors and people with disabilities.