Help us create a world where systems are rooted in justice and equity and where everyone belongs and thrives!  

The administration’s unrelenting attacks on immigration have complicated ILAP’s work, and the federal budget reconciliation bill now makes an already unjust system even more punishing. It dramatically increases application fees while directing billions toward detention, deportation, and ICE enforcement.

For the people we serve — many fleeing violence, poverty, or persecution — this means higher barriers, longer delays, and greater risk of harm.

In response, we are launching the ILAP Resilience Fund: a flexible resource that strengthens our ability to meet urgent challenges and advocate fiercely for immigrant communities across Maine.

This fund supports ILAP’s ability to:

  • Respond to new policies and enforcement actions that threaten immigrant communities

  • Strengthen our legal representation, advocacy, and outreach

  • Build capacity to address increased application costs and complex case needs

  • Sustain our impact amid rising demand

This is not just about reacting. It’s about protecting dignity, restoring fairness, and ensuring Maine’s immigrants are not left to face this moment alone.

 

ways to give

Give online

Visit our donation page to make a one-time or monthly gift.

Give by mail

Checks can be made to “Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project” and sent to:

Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project
PO Box 17917
Portland, ME 04112

Give via Venmo

Visit our charity profile on Venmo to send a one-time gift. You can find us on Venmo @ilapmaine.

Give by phone

Call us at (207) 770-4499.

Give stock

Email us for transfer instructions.

Give in honor or memory of someone

Visit our dedication page to learn more.

Give at work

Many employers offer workplace giving and match opportunities. If you’ve selected ILAP as a recipient, please let us know!

 

For more information about giving options and how you can support ILAP, contact Development Director Marjorie Hankla at mhankla@ilapmaine.org or 207-699-4407 at any time.

 

Grassroots Fundraising

Activate your networks to raise funds for, and awareness of, ILAP’s work by hosting a house party, community event, or Facebook campaign! We have tools and advice to help you get started and make sure your event is a success. Click here to learn more.

 

Learn More

ILAP is incorporated by the State of Maine and is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a §501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation and not a private foundation. Our EIN is 22-3260883 (see our 501(c)3 Determination Letter).

We are committed to transparency. Learn more about our fiscal health and in our annual reports. We also respect the privacy of all of our generous donors (see our donor privacy policy).

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