Seattle Increases Funding for Immigrant Legal Services and Community Grants
Seattle's new funding initiatives allocate nearly $4 million to enhance legal defense for immigrants and support community groups. This response addresses urgent needs amid shifting federal policies affecting local immigrant populations.
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Seattle's Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) has announced a significant increase in funding, including $1.25 million annually to the Legal Defense Network for legal representation of immigrants facing deportation. In 2025, this program provided direct legal support to 358 individuals.
Additionally, $280,000 will be allocated for small grants up to $10,000 for grassroots organizations to address immediate community needs. Further funding of $1 million for immigrant inclusion, $750,000 for community programs, and $75,000 for language access is anticipated later this spring. These initiatives aim to strengthen community resources and legal support amid ongoing challenges in federal immigration policy.
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