The Brigid Alliance

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We support people nationwide who must travel for abortion care, funding and arranging logistics for transportation, food, lodging, child care, and more. 🔗: www.brigidalliance.org

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The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· 3d

Happy #BookLoversDay! 📚 Looking to add to your reading list? These books explore abortion through research, history, and personal stories and offer important perspectives on the realities of abortion care and the people most impacted by barriers to access. What books would you add to the list?

Text reads: Books about abortion to add to your reading list

Text reads: Liberating abortion tells the history of abortion, how we got to this moment, and what we need to do to liberate abortion once and for all.

Text reads: A tribute to the real people whose hearts, reasons, and stories are more complex than politicized conversation about abortion lead us to believe.

Text reads: The turnaway study is the first study to rigorously examine the effects of receiving versus being denied a wanted abortion on people and their children.

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· 6d

After nearly 21 years, abortion care is once again available closer to home for people in MO. Planned Parenthood Great Rivers’ Springfield clinic has started offering medication abortion, helping reduce the distance many patients have to travel to access care: missouriindependent.com/2026/07/27/a...

Text reads: Abortion returns to southwest Missouri

It’s been nearly 21 years since Missourians living in Springfield could access abortion without driving at least a couple hours. The city’s Planned Parenthood clinic recently began offering medication abortion, ending a stretch that started in October 2005, when Springfield Healthcare Center closed and left the city without an abortion provider.

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· 10d

Four years after Dobbs, nearly 63 million people live in states where abortion is banned or restricted. Our expanded block funding program helps trusted clinic partners provide support earlier, reducing financial and logistical barriers to care. 💚 Read more: brigidalliance.org/the-brigid-a...

Bright bold text reads: We’re expanding our work to help more people access abortion care
We’re expanding our block funding to help partner clinics distribute funds at their discretion, which also formally broadens The Brigid Alliance’s model to serve pregnant people across gestational ages.

Bright bold white and orange text reads: The current landscape is dramatically increasing the financial barrier for people seeking abortion care. 42% of abortion patients face catastrophic health expenditures, and are forced to choose between care and basic needs like food and housing. For those traveling out of state, that figure jumps to 65%. Block funding is how we’ll reach people at all stages of pregnancy with direct funding, distributed by the clinics helping them access care.

Bright orange and white text reads: What is block funding? Block funding allows The Brigid Alliance to allocate resources directly to trusted clinic partners to cover costs in three core areas: Practical & logistical support, including transportation, lodging, child care and meals;
Procedure & medication support that ensures patients get the timely care they need;
Contraceptive care, which gives patients the option of accessing voluntary comprehensive contraceptive care before returning home.

Bright bold text reads: DONATE to help us get people to abortion care – whatever it takes.
www.brigidalliance.org/donate

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· 20d

We’re proud to be expanding our clinic-based block funding program, giving clinic partners greater flexibility to provide practical and logistical support, abortion procedures and medication, and contraceptive care. www.insidephilanthropy.com/home/the-nee...

A bright multicolored background with a photo of protesters holding signs reads: New Brigid Alliance program will increse resources for clinics. The organization's new block funding program will give clinic partners more flexibility. They will use the funds to reach more clients to provide practical logistical support, procedure and medication support, and contraceptive care, particulary for patients traveling from areas where family planning is limited.

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· 22d

It's Disability Pride Month! 10% of our clients have a disability or chronic condition, and we're committed to providing the tailored logistical support they need to access abortion. Reminder: disabled people have abortions too-everyone deserves access to health care.

A bright green back ground with bold white a yellow text reads: People with disabilities should have access to abortion care.

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· 27d

Abortion bans force people to travel hundreds of miles for care, miss work, and take on expenses they often can't afford. Those costs pile on top of years of inflation that have driven up prices.Everyone deserves access to abortion, no matter their income.

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Jun 25

Every client who comes to us has their own story—and faces their own barriers to care. For 8 years, we've helped people overcome the financial and logistical challenges of accessing abortion care, arranging and funding travel while serving as a trusted source of support throughout the journey.

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Jun 24

Four years post-Dobbs, abortion bans and restrictions continue to force people to travel for access. Every day, we help patients navigate barriers that should never exist in the first place, and legal restrictions are often just the beginning.

Bold text on a green background reads - Different stories. The Same reality. four years after Dobbs, people are being forced to travel for abortion care. A cartoon woman with a yellow jackt and blue pants walks with a suitcase.

Bold text reads: Olivia, 21 - “...Between the cost of the procedure and the added burden of traveling out of state due to laws in Georgia, I didn't know how I could manage and afford it on my own.”

Bold text reads: Tybria, 25 “I looked into the abortion pill, but it was illegal in Texas. Months passed, and I was still struggling—feeling torn about bringing a baby into a broken home. Eventually, I found a clinic in New Mexico that could help, but the cost was $2,500.”

Bold text reads: Brickelle, 31 “Abortion is illegal in Tennessee, and the political climate around all of it added another layer of pressure. I was also traveling alone for the first time, and on top of everything, there was pressure from people in my life to keep the pregnancy. The cost, the logistics, the emotional weight — it was a lot to handle at once.”

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Jun 22

Has the overturning of Roe changed any decisions you've made about your health, relationships, or family planning?

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Jun 22

Four years after Dobbs, what has changed the most in your view of abortion access?

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Jun 22

What has been the biggest barrier you faced when accessing abortion care?

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Jun 22

If you had an abortion before Dobbs, how do you think your experience would be different today?

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Jun 20

A NJ bill will strengthen protections for reproductive & transgender healthcare, helping ensure that patients can access the care they need without fear. The proposal creates new protections for patients & shield providers from extradition to states that have banned such treatments. Read more ⬇️

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Jun 10

Happy Pride🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Reminder: Everyone deserves access to compassionate, affirming healthcare and the freedom to make decisions about their own body and future.

A green back ground with bold dark text and an image of a plane with a rainbow tail reads: Happy
Pride! Reminder: everyone deserves access to compassionate,
affirming healthcare
and the freedom to make decisions about their own body and future.

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· May 30

A new lawsuit from Minority Veterans of America argues the VA abortion policy strips away essential, time-sensitive healthcare for veterans. The VA had said it will still provide abortions in cases where a pregnant person's life is threatened.

A bold blue background with vibrant text and a photo of two female protesters holding a sign that says "Abortion is HealthCare" reads: Advocacy group sues Trump administration over access to abortion for veterans."

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· May 29

The billboards might have come down, but the message remains the same. This Military Appreciation Month, we’re reminding veterans and active-duty service members that they are not alone. We believe that those who served deserve access to healthcare with dignity and support.

A billboard with bold green text reads: We've got your six. Confidential abortion support for service members, veterans, and their families. You make the appointment, we handle the rest. A black arrow points to the sign more text reads "Support for veterans seeking abortion care is still here."

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· May 27

ICYMI: The Supreme Court preserved access to mifepristone by mail while the case makes its way through the lower courts. That's good news for providers and people across the country, ensuring that accessing Mifepristone – one of two medications used in medication abortion is still an option.

Text reads: Supreme court preserves access to abortion drug mifepristone while legal battle continues.
A photo of four protesters holding a sign with abortion pills on it.

More text reads:
Serra Sippel, executive director of The Brigid Alliance, which helps support abortion patients with travel and lodging for abortions, said the Supreme Court’s consideration of the case “should never have been on the table in the first place.”

“Patients and providers should not be forced to wait on court rulings to know whether people can access critical health care,” she said in a statement Thursday.

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· May 18

Beyond the physical barriers to abortion care, there is a mental load placed on abortion seekers that often goes unseen. It’s the stress of arranging travel, the pressure of affording care, the need to coordinate time off work or childcare, the weight of making everything align, and so much more.

A bright green background with bold text “I wasn't mentally ready to have a baby.” “I was scared, isolated, unsure how to make it work” “I was overwhelmed—between the cost, the travel, and the emotional weigh... it all felt like too much.” “I felt stressed and worried about timing” “I was worried about how much everything would cost” “I didn’t know how I’d manage everything on my own”

A bright green background with dark text reads: Mental health and abortion access are connected.
Barriers to care create emotional stress that often goes unseen.

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· May 15

We're relieved The Supreme Court preserved access to mifepristone by mail while the case makes its way through the lower courts. But access shouldn't have been on the table to begin with. The whiplash on these decisions and lawsuits causes confusion and delays care for abortion seekers.

Bold text reads: We're relieved The Supreme Court preserved access to mifepristone by mail while the case makes its way through the lower courts. But access shouldn't have been on the table to begin with. The whiplash on these decisions and lawsuits causes confusion and delays care for abortion seekers. Read a statement from our ED Serra Sippel.

Black text reads: The back-and-forth of this case does have a cost. Confusion and uncertainty can delay care, and every day makes a difference. When people are pushed later into pregnancy, abortion becomes harder to access, more expensive, and many more miles further from home. The cost of that whiplash falls on the people who can least afford it - the same people Brigid serves every day.

Text reads: Here's what today's ruling doesn't change: Last year, we helped 1,879 people travel for care. That was a 35% jump from the year before. With or without today's decision, those numbers will keep climbing as broader restrictions tighten across the country. One ruling doesn't fix a system this broken.

So we'll take the relief and then we'll keep working.

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· May 2

A federal appeals court has temporarily reinstated nationwide in-person dispensing requirements for the abortion pill mifepristone. We know that by blocking mail access to medication abortion, we'll see an increase in the need for abortion travel, and strain on patients and clinics nationwide.

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Apr 30

When Sierra found out she was pregnant after high school, she was facing uncertainty, isolation, and limited resources. Traveling from Texas to New Mexico for care felt overwhelming—but with support from Brigid Alliance, she was able to get the travel assistance, care, and compassion she needed.

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Apr 23

With abortion care and counseling stripped from VA coverage many veterans are left without options close to home. That means many will be forced to navigate urgent, expensive travel just to get to their appointments. Last year, 8% of our clients were veterans, military members, or their families. ⬇️

A bright green background with a photo graph of three military women in buns reads - "Women in the military put their lives on the line. The Trump administration is stripping their rights"

Bright yellow text reads - "This is an abandonment of the people we promised to protect."

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Apr 17

If you see this billboard, know we've got your six. 🪖 We're proud to kickoff a new campaign about our services to support veterans and their families who have lost access to abortion care and counseling under recent VA policy changes.

a bright and deep green billboard in front of a cloudy blue sky reads, "We've got your six. Confidential abortion support for service members, veterans, and their families. You make the appointment, we handle the rest. www.brigidalliance.org/GetHelp."

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Mar 31

It’s on all of us to recognize these intersections and work toward a future where everyone has access to bodily autonomy. Today, we stand in solidarity with trans folks across the country and affirm our commitment to dignity and respect for all transgender communities.

A bright green background with Trans flag border reads - "A Trans Day of Visibility reminder: gender-affirming care is life saving care."

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Mar 24

For Hazel, the cost of the procedure plus travel felt impossible. We are honored to have Reshare to spread awareness.

Bold text reads - "Thankfully, the clinic connected me to The Brigid Alliance and other organizations that helped with financial support, travel, transportation, meals, and post-procedure care.”

Text reads: “Having my decision respected and supported lifted an enormous amount of stress and allowed me to heal and move forward. I'm so grateful.”

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Mar 24

Hazel knew she wanted an abortion, but conflicting information about her gestational age from various doctors pushed her options farther away. It made access to an abortion feel out of reach. Traveling to 285 miles from North Carolina to Washington, DC became her only option.

A brightly colored background with a cartoon image of a Black women in a blue shirt reads "Hazel, 37 North Carolina
“After my relationship ended, I found out I was pregnant. I went to a few doctors and received different information about my gestational age, which pushed my abortion options farther away. Each update limited my access to care. I was deeply discouraged.”

Bold text reads "“Eventually, my only option was to travel to Washington, DC to receive care—more than five hours from home. When I learned how much the procedure and travel would cost, my heart dropped. How could I afford this?”

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Mar 18

The Brigid Alliance is growing! We're looking for a Development Officer and Development Associate to help deepen donor relationships and support the funding that makes abortion travel care possible nationwide. If you are interested learn more and apply here ➡️ brigidalliance.org/careers/

We're hiring! Development Officer and Development Associate. Learn more and apply here ➡️ https://brigidalliance.org/careers/

A deep green background with bold text reads - We're hiring! Development Associate Responsibilities
Maintaining donor databases and fundraising systems
Supporting fundraising campaigns, appeals, and donor communications
Assisting with donor and prospect research and supporting frontline fundraisers
And more!

A dark green background with We're hiring! Development Officer Responsibilities
Managing an assigned portfolio of mid-level and select major donors
Strengthening donor engagement and stewardship
Supporting fundraising and planned giving initiatives
And more!

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Mar 18

The Brigid Alliance is growing—and so is the need for our work. We're looking for an HR Generalist and an Operations & Administrative Assistant to help strengthen our people-centered culture and keep our day-to-day operations running smoothly. Learn more and apply here ➡️ brigidalliance.org/careers/

Text reads - We're hiring! Administrative Assistant, Human Resources Generalist

Text reads - We're hiring! Human Resources Generalist

Responsibilities
Supporting day-to-day People & Culture team operations across a fully remote organization
Partnering with managers and cross-functional teams to support employees
Helping ensure a consistent, equitable, and people-centered employee experience
And more!

Text reads - We're hiring! Administrative Assistant. Responsibilities:
Supporting day-to-day operations, administration, and logistics
Coordinating vendors, purchasing, travel logistics, and reimbursements support
Maintaining organized records, documentation, and operational systems
And more!

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Mar 18

The Brigid Alliance is growing—and so is the need for our work. We’re seeking two new Client Services Coordinators—one bilingual (English/Spanish) and one non-bilingual—to provide direct support to clients, coordinate logistics with clinics and abortion funds, and ensure smooth case management.

Dark green background with bold text reads - We're hiring! Client Services Coordinators (Bilingual and Non-bilingual).

Text reads: We’re hiring! Client Services Coordinator Responsibilities
Providing trauma-informed and client-centered support, including intakes, logistics, and travel coordination
Advocating for clients with providers, funds, and partner organizations while tracking cases and documentation
And more!

The Brigid Alliance@brigidalliance· Mar 17

When Kelly found out she was 24 weeks pregnant, she was at the hospital for a blood clot & had no prenatal care. With practical support, Kelly could make the choice that was right for her health and feel supported every step of the way. Thank you to NYC Health + Hospitals for the compassionate care.