SILVER SPRING, Maryland – The Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC), today released a new report documenting the powerful impact of the Immigration Legal Services Support Project (ILSSP), a $30 million initiative launched in partnership with the California Department of Social Services (CDSS). The project strengthened 86 nonprofit legal service organizations across California, significantly expanding their ability to provide affordable, high-quality immigration legal services.

Through ILSSP, organizations were able to hire and train attorneys and Department of Justice Accredited Representatives, ensuring that more immigrants received the representation they deserve. The report shows that California's immigrant communities are stronger and safer when legal pathways are accessible and well-supported.

"As people of faith and justice, we believe every immigrant deserves dignity, stability, and protection under the law," said Anna Gallagher, executive director of CLINIC. "The success of this project demonstrates what is possible when jurisdictions make bold, values-driven investments. We hope this report inspires funders and policymakers across the country to replicate California's model so that immigrants everywhere can access the legal support they need."

Luis Guerra, CLINIC's director of field engagement, added, "This project shows the transformative power of building capacity at the local level. By strengthening the infrastructure of community-based legal providers, we've not only increased access to services but also created a stronger, more resilient field. This report is both a celebration of what's been achieved and a roadmap for what's possible nationwide."

CLINIC believes that full access to immigration legal services is essential for individuals, families, and communities to thrive. With this report, CLINIC calls on funders, advocates, and jurisdictions across the country to follow California's lead in investing in immigrants' futures.