Immigration courts, unlike all other U.S. court systems, are not required to offer legal representation to people who cannot afford assistance. Commerce supports legal aid providers for low-income immigrants who are at the most risk of harm.
What this grant funds
This program funds organizations providing legal representation for low-income immigrants with cases in immigration courts. Services funded by these grants include:
- Direct legal representation from an attorney or trained advocate
- Case management
- Referrals related to self-sufficiency
Who is eligible for legal aid
Grantees are providing legal aid to immigrants who are most risk of harm. Examples include:
- People who are pregnant
- People living with disabilities or illness
- Survivors of domestic violence
- Survivors of torture
- Survivors of human trafficking
If you are somebody in need of legal aid, please contact our grantees listed below.
Available funds
Request for Application (RFA)
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September 10, 2025
Applications open to provide legal aid for indigent immigrants
This Request for Applications (RFA) will fund legal representation or referral services for legal representation to highest need low-income people at risk of removal from the United States for matters related to their immigration status.