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Neighbor to Neighbor Legal Fund is a community-led initiative currently in the process of becoming a registered nonprofit. Donations made at this time are not tax-deductible. All funds raised are used to directly support immigrant families in accessing legal representation.

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Helping Local Immigrant Families Access Legal Representation.

No one should lose their future simply because they lacked money.

  • We are a community-driven initiative dedicated to helping immigrants and families access the legal represenation they need during some of the most vulnerable and life-altering moments of their lives. Immigration proceedings are complex, overwhelming, and often urgent- and without an attorney, the chances of a fair outcome drop significantly. Unfortunately, legal support is out of reach for many families.

    That’s where we step in.

    We raise funds to help cover legal fees for individuals facing detention, deportation proceedings, and other critical immigration matters. We work alongside immigration attorneys and community partners to ensure donations go directly toward real cases and real people who need immediate support.

    We are not just a fund- we are neighbors showing up for neighbors.

  • Our mission is rooted in dignity, fairness, and the belief that families deserve the chance to stay together, feel safe, and have their voices heard.

    We work directly with immigration attorneys and legal professionals to identify urgent cases and ensure funds are used for legitimate legal services. This helps families receive qualified representation while ensuring donations are handled responsibly.

    We are committed to being clear about how funds are used and the impact they create. Supporters deserve to know their contributions are making a real difference.

    This work is driven by neighbors helping neighbors. Every donor, volunteer, and partner plays a role in building a stronger more compassionate community.

  • The fund is powered by everyday people, like you, and local businesses, like you, stepping up and building a vital lifeline to support our immigrant neighbors, loved ones, and communities.

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Real people. Real stories.

Why This Fund Exists

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Neighbor to Neighbor Legal Fund is powered by everyday people, like you, stepping up and building a vital lifeline to support our immigrant neighbors.

Every day, families are forced to navigate a complex and punishing immigration system without access to legal counsel. Even young children, the most vulnerable members of our communities, are facing trained prosecutors without anyone by their side.

This is why Neighbor to Neighbor Legal Funds exists.

Right now, the federal government is funneling billions of our taxpayer dollars to dramatically increase enforcement in our cities, all while slashing funding for legal service organizations who provide critical support for immigrants and make sure they have access to a lawyer.

Neighbor to Neighbor Legal Fund is a rapid-response effort to meet this urgent need for legal representation head-on, working to ensure families have access to legal support. As people’s due process rights continue to be violated –affecting also US citizens and green card holders- the need for legal counsel is skyrocketing.  

We believe that access to legal representation should not be determined by income. When someone has an attorney, their chances of a fair outcome increase dramatically. Our mission is simple -connect community support directly to legal help- neighbor to neighbor.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • At the moment we are in the process of obtaining our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. At this time, donations are not yet tax-deductible, but they directly support urgent legal assistance for immigrants in crisis. When our tax-exempt status is approved, donations may become retroactively deductible -we will update all donors if that happens.

  • Donations fund direct legal assistance for immigrants in need, including:

    • Attorney representation

    • Court and filing fees

    • Case preparation and documentation

    • Emergency legal situations

    Our priority is ensuring funds go toward real cases and real people who would otherwise go without legal help.

  • Yes. We welcome volunteers and community partners. There are many ways to get involved, including:

    • Helping with outreach and community awareness

    • Assisting with fundraising efforts

    • Donating professional skills (translation, admin help, event support, etc.)

    • Connecting us with businesses that would be interested in donating

    • Sharing our mission on social media

    Every role- big or small- helps local families in need of a little love.

  • Yes- and they make a big difference. Donations of goods or services are a great way for us to do fundraisers and events.

    If you are not sure if your donation fits, reach out anyway -we are happy to talk it through.

  • Absolutely. Tribute donations are a beautiful way to recognize someone while making a difference. You can dedicate your gift during the donation process.

    If you’d like us to notify someone about your tribute gift, please include their contact information.

  • You can manage your recurring donations in your customer account. After logging in, click Recurring donations, then the donation you want to manage. In the panel that opens, you can review these details: 

    • The next upcoming renewal date

    • The renewal amount

    • The renewal frequency 

    • The donation history

    • Saved billing information

    To cancel the recurring donation, click Cancel recurring donation.