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April 4, 2025National Update, NewsMissouri, MO Appleseedby The Appleseed Network

Missouri’s New Law Brings Major Wins for Families and Communities

In March, Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed into law four major provisions championed by Missouri Appleseed. These provisions transform the lives of justice-involved Missourians and their families by ensuring safer and healthier conditions for pregnant incarcerated women, lowering phone costs …

March 24, 2025National Update, Newsadvocacy, heirs property, LA Appleseed, legislation, Louisianaby The Appleseed Network

Louisiana Appleseed: A Champion for Heirs’ Property Rights and a Model for Appleseed Action

Heirs’ property—a term for land passed down without a clear, legal title—has long been a thorn in the side of many Louisiana families, especially in communities of color. This murky ownership can lead to forced sales and the erosion of …

January 9, 2025National Update, NewsAR Appleseed, Arkansas, healthcare, maternal healthby Bobby Howard, PhD

Addressing Maternal Health in Arkansas

This week, the Arkansas Times was kind to publish an opinion piece we wrote regarding the history of Arkansas’s Medicaid expansion and the critical importance of our state’s Medicaid programs. Our state legislative session begins January 13th, and we anticipate …

December 9, 2024National Update, Newsboard, nationalby The Appleseed Network

Appleseed Welcomes New Board Members

Appleseed is proud to announce the election of truly distinguished leaders to its Board of Directors: Kevin Johnson, Courtney Dyer, and Russell Manns. Additionally, the Foundation is excited to share the election of Sharie Brown as Co-Chair Elect and Nicholas …

December 3, 2024National Updatefundraising, Giving Tuesdayby The Appleseed Network

Support Justice and Equity this Giving Tuesday

This Giving Tuesday, we’re inviting you to make an impact by supporting the strategic, meaningful work of the Appleseed Network. Across the United States and Mexico, Appleseed centers are creating real, positive change in communities by tackling systemic issues and …

November 21, 2024National Update, Newsimmigration, national policyby The Appleseed Network

Renewed Relevance of Appleseed’s Deportation Guidance Manual

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to implement mass deportations through an alarming declaration of a national emergency, vulnerable immigrant families across the country face the grim reality of upheaval, separation, and uncertainty. Trump’s plans, confirmed through his public endorsement of …

October 19, 2024National Update, Pro Bono SpotlightAppleseed Mexico, pro bono, pro bono week, TX Appleseedby The Appleseed Network

Pro Bono Week Spotlight: Law Firms Partner with Appleseed to Protect Children at the Border

As we close out Pro Bono Week 2024, we want to shine a light on the incredible partnership between DLA Piper, Akin Gump, Hogan Lovells, and Appleseed Mexico, along with Texas Appleseed, for their groundbreaking work on the “Children at …

October 15, 2024National Update, NewsAL Appleseed, KS Appleseed, MO Appleseed, TX Appleseedby Sarah Pacilio

Planting Seeds of Hope for Life after Incarceration

For many individuals leaving incarceration, the path back into society can feel like navigating a labyrinth of barriers, each turn revealing challenges that make stability seem unattainable. With limited access to healthcare, food, housing, and employment, these individuals often find …

October 8, 2024National Update, NewsKS Appleseed, pillars of justiceby The Appleseed Network

Celebrating Courage at the 2024 Pillars of Justice Awards

On September 12, 2024, the Appleseed Foundation hosted the annual Pillars of Justice Awards Celebration at the University of the District of Columbia’s Student Center in Washington, D.C. This event brought together advocates, supporters, and leaders dedicated to advancing justice, …

July 18, 2024National Update, Newsadvocacy, advocate of the year, KS Appleseed, pillars of justice, youthby The Appleseed Network

Announcing the 2024 Appleseed Advocate of the Year: Teresa Woody

The Appleseed Foundation is thrilled to announce that Teresa Woody has been named the 2024 Appleseed Advocate of the Year! The Appleseed Advocate of the Year award honors a member of the Appleseed Network who has shown exceptional commitment to …