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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 …
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Advancing Health Equity: Key Insights from the Appleseed Health Equity Advocacy Conference

https://youtu.be/i-ltIqbdt_c The Appleseed Network’s annual all-network meeting in St. Louis, Missouri, hosted by Missouri Appleseed this spring, was an inspiring gathering of advocates from our 18 legal justice centers across the United States and Mexico. This year’s event featured a …
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Celebrating a Landmark Victory for Domestic Abuse Survivors in Oklahoma

On Tuesday, May 21, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed Senate Bill 1835, the Oklahoma Survivors’ Act, into law. This monumental legislation, which passed unanimously in the Oklahoma Senate and overwhelmingly in the House of Representatives, promises to reshape the state’s …
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Beyond Divides: A Conversation with Author Jonathan Kozol

Jonathan Kozol joined the Appleseed Network on April 9, 2024, for a Zoom discussion about Mr. Kozol’s newest book, “An End to Inequality,” which explores the deep-seated issues of racial inequality and persistent segregation in our public schools.  Here is a …
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A Beacon of Hope: Kansas Appleseed’s Historic Victory in Wichita

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 …
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Transformational Change: Celebrating Nebraska Appleseed’s and Georgia Appleseed’s Recent MacKenzie Scott Grants

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 …
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Bert Pogrebin was a tireless, loving advocate for a more just world

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 …
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The Road to Integration: Challenging Modern Tactics of School Segregation

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 …
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Transforming Lives: Missouri Appleseed’s Innovative Medicaid Program in St. Louis Jails

At Missouri Appleseed, we recently launched a groundbreaking new Medicaid enrollment program in partnership with the St. Louis County Jail. This initiative addresses a critical gap in support for individuals transitioning back into society by proactively enrolling them in Medicaid while …
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Alabama Appleseed at the Forefront: Championing Justice in Legislative Advocacy

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 …
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