Last week, Kansas Appleseed, in collaboration with the ACLU of Kansas and pro bono firm Shook Hardy & Bacon, won an important victory for the people of Wichita. Their settlement in the class action lawsuit Progeny v. City of Wichita …
Big news from the Appleseed Network! Nebraska Appleseed and Georgia Appleseed are each celebrating a $1 million grant from MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving. It’s a momentous occasion that spotlights the impactful and dedicated work they’re doing. Nebraska Appleseed is a …
It is with a heavy heart that we share the sad news that Bert Pogrebin, an Appleseed Founder and lifelong champion for justice, passed away Monday morning, surrounded by loved ones singing Bert’s favorite songs. Anyone who had the honor …
In an enlightening and compelling webinar hosted by the Appleseed Network and led by New York Appleseed and Texas Appleseed, titled “The Road to Integration: Challenging Modern Tactics of School Segregation,” we delved into the profound and often understated issue …
In a recent community gathering organized by nonprofit Alabama Arise in Fairhope, Alabama, the spotlight was not only on the pressing issues facing Alabamians but also on the vital role played by member organizations like Alabama Appleseed. Alabama Appleseed, a …
In a compelling turn of events, Nebraska is witnessing a remarkable democratic evolution. Faced with a legislature that repeatedly refused to debate paid sick leave, Nebraska advocates, led by organizations like Nebraska Appleseed, are taking a significant step by introducing …
Happy National Pro Bono Week! This week (October 22-28) is a time for reflection, celebration, and action. At the Appleseed Network, we’re especially proud of the deep and expansive pro bono collaborations between law firms and Appleseed centers across the …
On September 29, Texas Appleseed, New York Appleseed, and the Appleseed Foundation teamed up to host another installment in our compelling “Road to Integration” webinar series dedicated to tackling school segregation and integration. Missed the live event? No worries—the full …
The Illinois Supreme Court recently upheld the constitutionality of the Pretrial Fairness Act, a crucial step in ending wealth-based pretrial jailing. This landmark decision acknowledges that money bail is not a constitutional right and affirms the legislature’s authority to prohibit …
The Appleseed Network is dedicated to reducing poverty, combating discrimination, and invigorating democracy across the United States and Mexico. We actively engage in fair housing issues and address the impact of discriminatory and segregative housing policies on various social sectors. …
