The world around us right now feels especially heavy. Across the country, nonprofit leaders, staff, volunteers, and community members are navigating a time marked by fear, uncertainty, and deep concern for the safety and well-being of our neighbors.
Recent immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota have brought this reality into sharp focus. The impacts have been profound – separating families, disrupting access to essential services, and creating widespread anxiety within immigrant communities. For those of us working in the nonprofit sector, even from outside Minnesota, it’s difficult to witness and not know how best to respond.
Nonprofits are often among the most trusted resources in our communities. That trust carries both responsibility and opportunity: to stay informed, act thoughtfully, and show up in ways that center dignity and humanity.
For organizations and individuals looking for meaningful ways to offer support, our sister association Minnesota Council of Nonprofits has offered helpful resources and actions for allies. Their guidance is grounded in listening to community needs and supporting organizations already doing frontline work:
- Support local organizations and mutual aid
- Defend our democracy
- Share our stories
- Be grounded in truth
- Know that this could be you; prepare
- Join the movement
It also includes nonprofit-specific resources to help organizations protect their communities, staff, and operations.
In moments like this, the nonprofit sector’s strength lies not only in programs or policies, but in connection – with one another and with the communities we serve. By staying informed, supporting trusted partners, and leading with compassion, we can continue to uphold the values that brought us to this work in the first place.
Actions of Solidarity for Friends & Allies Outside Minnesota
