Impact Fund
@impactfund.bsky.social
We provide broad support - grants, training, amicus, co-counseling - for impact litigation (esp. class actions) to advance economic, environmental, racial, and social justice.
Trans people deserve to live free from violence and fear.
November 21, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Trans people deserve to live free from violence and fear.
In the 1960s and '70s, the city of Portland seized and destroyed homes in the neighborhood of Central Albina, a thriving Black community, under the guise of "urban renewal".
This case, brought by twenty-six Black survivors and descendants of families whose homes were destroyed, settled this June.
This case, brought by twenty-six Black survivors and descendants of families whose homes were destroyed, settled this June.
November 19, 2025 at 5:43 PM
In the 1960s and '70s, the city of Portland seized and destroyed homes in the neighborhood of Central Albina, a thriving Black community, under the guise of "urban renewal".
This case, brought by twenty-six Black survivors and descendants of families whose homes were destroyed, settled this June.
This case, brought by twenty-six Black survivors and descendants of families whose homes were destroyed, settled this June.
Last week's election saw Gun Sense candidates handily win multiple elections. Two notable victories: Abigail Spanberger, the first woman governor of Virginia and Mikie Sherrill, newly elected governor of New Jersey.
November 8, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Last week's election saw Gun Sense candidates handily win multiple elections. Two notable victories: Abigail Spanberger, the first woman governor of Virginia and Mikie Sherrill, newly elected governor of New Jersey.
Without clear labeling, consumers are left in the dark about how their food is produced and what it supports.
Congratulations to the Center for Food Safety for this landmark victory.
Congratulations to the Center for Food Safety for this landmark victory.
November 6, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Without clear labeling, consumers are left in the dark about how their food is produced and what it supports.
Congratulations to the Center for Food Safety for this landmark victory.
Congratulations to the Center for Food Safety for this landmark victory.
During federal shutdowns, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is refusing to pay out full SNAP benefits, jeopardizing access to food for tens of millions of low-income households.
We've sued to challenge this practice.
We've sued to challenge this practice.
November 5, 2025 at 4:04 PM
During federal shutdowns, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is refusing to pay out full SNAP benefits, jeopardizing access to food for tens of millions of low-income households.
We've sued to challenge this practice.
We've sued to challenge this practice.
Yet during federal shutdowns, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is refusing to pay out full SNAP benefits, jeopardizing access to food for tens of millions of low-income households.
We've sued to challenge this practice.
We've sued to challenge this practice.
November 5, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Yet during federal shutdowns, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is refusing to pay out full SNAP benefits, jeopardizing access to food for tens of millions of low-income households.
We've sued to challenge this practice.
We've sued to challenge this practice.
It's Election Day! Make sure that you vote on the issues you care about. By participating in our election system, you help strengthen our democracy.
If you're in California, click this link to find a polling place near you: buff.ly/P4IUHug
If you're in California, click this link to find a polling place near you: buff.ly/P4IUHug
November 4, 2025 at 5:42 PM
It's Election Day! Make sure that you vote on the issues you care about. By participating in our election system, you help strengthen our democracy.
If you're in California, click this link to find a polling place near you: buff.ly/P4IUHug
If you're in California, click this link to find a polling place near you: buff.ly/P4IUHug
In her 81-page opinion, Judge Kollar-Kotelly reaffirmed that the president has no role in the administration or regulation of elections.
November 1, 2025 at 8:12 PM
In her 81-page opinion, Judge Kollar-Kotelly reaffirmed that the president has no role in the administration or regulation of elections.
On Nov 1, more than 42 mil people will lose #SNAP benefits. The Admin can and should release the funds to ensure that people can feed their families.
"This is more than a policy debate. It is a moral failure."
#foodinsecurity
#foodstamps #shutdown2025 wclp.org/snap-trick-r...
"This is more than a policy debate. It is a moral failure."
#foodinsecurity
#foodstamps #shutdown2025 wclp.org/snap-trick-r...
This Halloween, the Real Trick is on the American People – Western Center on Law & Poverty
As children dress up and head out to trick-or-treat, a far more sinister trick is being played on millions of American families. Starting on November 1, the federal government is…
wclp.org
October 31, 2025 at 10:38 PM
On Nov 1, more than 42 mil people will lose #SNAP benefits. The Admin can and should release the funds to ensure that people can feed their families.
"This is more than a policy debate. It is a moral failure."
#foodinsecurity
#foodstamps #shutdown2025 wclp.org/snap-trick-r...
"This is more than a policy debate. It is a moral failure."
#foodinsecurity
#foodstamps #shutdown2025 wclp.org/snap-trick-r...
Huge victory by our grantee @azcenterforlaw.bsky.social!
Read about it here: www.impactfund.org/social-justi...
Read about it here: www.impactfund.org/social-justi...
October 31, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Huge victory by our grantee @azcenterforlaw.bsky.social!
Read about it here: www.impactfund.org/social-justi...
Read about it here: www.impactfund.org/social-justi...
This new report by Onyx Impact documents disinformation that is being weaponized to justify actions and policies that harm Black Americans.
Read the report here: buff.ly/kYFC9aW
#blackout #blackoutreport #onyximpact #blm #blacklivesmatter
Read the report here: buff.ly/kYFC9aW
#blackout #blackoutreport #onyximpact #blm #blacklivesmatter
October 30, 2025 at 5:26 PM
This new report by Onyx Impact documents disinformation that is being weaponized to justify actions and policies that harm Black Americans.
Read the report here: buff.ly/kYFC9aW
#blackout #blackoutreport #onyximpact #blm #blacklivesmatter
Read the report here: buff.ly/kYFC9aW
#blackout #blackoutreport #onyximpact #blm #blacklivesmatter
Congratulations to @democracyforward.org for this victory.
We CAN hold the government accountable using the courts - we just have to keep fighting.
We CAN hold the government accountable using the courts - we just have to keep fighting.
October 28, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Congratulations to @democracyforward.org for this victory.
We CAN hold the government accountable using the courts - we just have to keep fighting.
We CAN hold the government accountable using the courts - we just have to keep fighting.
America doesn't have kings or dictators. This Saturday, October 18th, join a No Kings event to peacefully protest against rising authoritarianism.
You can find events near you at NoKings.org
You can find events near you at NoKings.org
October 17, 2025 at 6:51 PM
America doesn't have kings or dictators. This Saturday, October 18th, join a No Kings event to peacefully protest against rising authoritarianism.
You can find events near you at NoKings.org
You can find events near you at NoKings.org
Many LGBTQ young people face bullying, harassment, social isolation, and mental health struggles, often feeling unseen or unsafe.
Spirit Day is about sending a message to those young people: you are seen, you are supported, and you are not alone.
Spirit Day is about sending a message to those young people: you are seen, you are supported, and you are not alone.
October 16, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Many LGBTQ young people face bullying, harassment, social isolation, and mental health struggles, often feeling unseen or unsafe.
Spirit Day is about sending a message to those young people: you are seen, you are supported, and you are not alone.
Spirit Day is about sending a message to those young people: you are seen, you are supported, and you are not alone.
Today, we celebrate Native Americans' history and culture and recognize the challenges they continue to face.
October 13, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Today, we celebrate Native Americans' history and culture and recognize the challenges they continue to face.
A new show-your-papers policy could block millions of American citizens from voting. We need your help to oppose this harmful policy.
Follow this link (buff.ly/GSLhgER), click "comment", and copy/paste the following: "Do not go through with this! This will make it harder for citizens to vote."
Follow this link (buff.ly/GSLhgER), click "comment", and copy/paste the following: "Do not go through with this! This will make it harder for citizens to vote."
October 10, 2025 at 3:25 PM
A new show-your-papers policy could block millions of American citizens from voting. We need your help to oppose this harmful policy.
Follow this link (buff.ly/GSLhgER), click "comment", and copy/paste the following: "Do not go through with this! This will make it harder for citizens to vote."
Follow this link (buff.ly/GSLhgER), click "comment", and copy/paste the following: "Do not go through with this! This will make it harder for citizens to vote."
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Here's how we're fighting book bans in court 📚 ➡️
#BannedBooksWeek
#BannedBooksWeek
October 9, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Here's how we're fighting book bans in court 📚 ➡️
#BannedBooksWeek
#BannedBooksWeek
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Last night, I had the pleasure of watching YINTAH on a big screen thanks to the @impactfund.bsky.social -- highly recommend a viewing (it's on @netflix.com!) for anyone looking for a little inspiration to keep fighting for your community against corporate power www.yintahfilm.com
YINTAH
YINTAH is a feature length documentary on Wet’suwet’en resistance to Canadian colonialism and the Coastal GasLink pipeline. The film follows Howilhkat Freda Huson and Sleydo' Molly Wickham as the Wet...
www.yintahfilm.com
October 9, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Last night, I had the pleasure of watching YINTAH on a big screen thanks to the @impactfund.bsky.social -- highly recommend a viewing (it's on @netflix.com!) for anyone looking for a little inspiration to keep fighting for your community against corporate power www.yintahfilm.com
Yet again, the judiciary is blocking overreach from the executive branch.
October 7, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Yet again, the judiciary is blocking overreach from the executive branch.
The result of Trump v. CASA, Inc., has major implications for the future of impact litigation.
Learn more about strategy considerations specific to the post-CASA landscape at our free webinar on Wednesday, October 8th, at 10am PST.
Sign up link: buff.ly/DY7Xpd3
Learn more about strategy considerations specific to the post-CASA landscape at our free webinar on Wednesday, October 8th, at 10am PST.
Sign up link: buff.ly/DY7Xpd3
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October 6, 2025 at 10:56 PM
The result of Trump v. CASA, Inc., has major implications for the future of impact litigation.
Learn more about strategy considerations specific to the post-CASA landscape at our free webinar on Wednesday, October 8th, at 10am PST.
Sign up link: buff.ly/DY7Xpd3
Learn more about strategy considerations specific to the post-CASA landscape at our free webinar on Wednesday, October 8th, at 10am PST.
Sign up link: buff.ly/DY7Xpd3
Being queer or trans isn't a modern phenomenon - across the span of history and culture, there have been people who experienced love and gender in all types of ways.
#WeHaveAlwaysExisted
#WeHaveAlwaysExisted
October 2, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Being queer or trans isn't a modern phenomenon - across the span of history and culture, there have been people who experienced love and gender in all types of ways.
#WeHaveAlwaysExisted
#WeHaveAlwaysExisted
Sign up for the free webinar to learn more about injunctive relief in the post-CASA landscape: buff.ly/DY7Xpd3
October 1, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Sign up for the free webinar to learn more about injunctive relief in the post-CASA landscape: buff.ly/DY7Xpd3
Impact Fund with our co-counsel convinced the Court yesterday to issue a temporary restraining order, rejecting the Trump Administration's illegal attempt to deny children crucial educational opportunities based on immigration status.
September 12, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Impact Fund with our co-counsel convinced the Court yesterday to issue a temporary restraining order, rejecting the Trump Administration's illegal attempt to deny children crucial educational opportunities based on immigration status.
Fantastic news from New Mexico!
The program, which will start in November and is expected to save families $12,000 per child annually, is available to all residents regardless of income.
Read more: buff.ly/y8FIm7f
The program, which will start in November and is expected to save families $12,000 per child annually, is available to all residents regardless of income.
Read more: buff.ly/y8FIm7f
September 10, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Fantastic news from New Mexico!
The program, which will start in November and is expected to save families $12,000 per child annually, is available to all residents regardless of income.
Read more: buff.ly/y8FIm7f
The program, which will start in November and is expected to save families $12,000 per child annually, is available to all residents regardless of income.
Read more: buff.ly/y8FIm7f