Maine Solidarity Fund, 2025-Now, Over $1 million raised from over 5,000 donations

Zeffy form: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/maine-solidarity-fund

Why we love it: The Maine Solidarity Fund is essential. There is no other statewide rapid response, mutual aid fund in place to support Maine’s immigrant and Trans kin during a moment of unprecedented struggle and violence. As one recipient of the funds recently shared with us (See: https://www.instagram.com/p/DaA1uxTGwYF/?img_index=2):

I was detained by ICE and later released thanks to your support. Because of your assistance, I am finally free and have regained hope for the future. Your kindness, dedication, and support made a profound difference in my life during one of the most difficult periods I have faced.

The thing we’d repeat: We have a clear list of what the funds go toward, so people know exactly what their money is supporting — this isn’t abstract. The Maine Solidarity Fund supports two interconnected pillars of safety and survival. 

1. Direct Community Support

Immediate, zero-barrier aid for individuals and families facing harm, including: 

• Bail and bond payments for those unlawfully detained

• Legal representation and defense attorney fees

• Emergency family support when breadwinners are detained

• Life-saving gender-affirming healthcare when insurance won't cover it or when federal policies restrict access to care

2. Organizing, Rapid Response, & Community Protection

Sustained funding for the organizing work required to prevent harm, respond quickly, and build long-term safety, including:

• Rapid response and detention support coordination 

• Know-Your-Rights education and community trainings

• Coalition infrastructure that allows frontline organizers to act quickly and collectively

We recently passed our original $1 million goal and have raised our goal to $2 million! Zeffy has made this a painless process!