Our Work: An Overview

The Appleseed Network works across the United States and Mexico to address interconnected issues of poverty and discrimination. With our community partners, Appleseed digs down into the root causes of these problems to find systemic solutions.

Appleseed in the Community

Through grassroots organizing, public education, and coalition building, Appleseed justice centers bring people together to build long-lasting solutions that benefit us all.

Appleseed in the Statehouse

Powered by broad public support and tenacious advocacy, Appleseed justice centers have a strong track record of winning ambitious legislation, even in tough political environments

Appleseed in the Courthouse

Appleseed justice centers bring leading-edge impact litigation to protect the rights of vulnerable communities and defend the rule of law.

Criminal Justice

Mass incarceration and crippling fees have made our communities less safe, less prosperous, and less just. Appleseed advocates for reforms that improve public safety and address the staggering racial disparities in the criminal justice system.

Economic Justice

Appleseed works for a future where every kid has a healthy childhood and a hopeful future. We advocate for youth in the foster care and juvenile justice systems, kids who go hungry, young people without homes, and families working to end school segregation.

Education & Youth

Appleseed works for a future where every kid has a healthy childhood and a hopeful future. We advocate for youth in the foster care and juvenile justice systems, kids who go hungry, young people without homes, and families working to end school segregation.

Access to Justice

Appleseed works to invigorate democracy by ensuring access to the ballot box and advocating for fair and effective judicial systems, representative and open legislatures, and transparent and responsive executive agencies.

Immigration

Appleseed advocates for DREAMers, kids separated from their parents, immigrants fleeing violence, and everyone working to build a better life for their families.