In 2024, several Alabama state agencies and nonprofits received $7,500,861.35 from the federal government for migrant and immigrant-related health care, housing, and education.
According to the federal grant-tracking site DataRepublican, Alabama state agencies and nonprofits received grants from the Office of Refugee Resettlement, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Education.
According to DataRepublican, the Alabama Department of Education received $1,985,194 from the U.S. Department of Education in 2024 for “migrant education.”
The Alabama Medicaid Agency received $1,282,330 for refugee cash and medical assistance from the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Refugee Resettlement.
The U.S. Department of Labor sent two grants totaling $4,083,523 to Alabama Nonprofit Housing.
In a press release announcing the grants in September, Alabama Nonprofit Housing said that, “our mission has been to provide decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable housing to farmworkers throughout the southeast. We are excited to expand our mission to include Workforce Development and Career Services and Training to our mission.”
The Department of Health and Human Services also awarded the Hispanic and Immigrant Center of Alabama a $149,854.35 grant for “community economic development for Hispanics and other immigrants in Alabama.”
The Hispanic and Immigrant Center of Alabama said in a statement on their site on January 8, “This year, our commitment to solidarity with our undocumented immigrant community has never been stronger. We recognize the challenges that lie ahead, particularly in light of the incoming federal administration’s anticipated policies. We want to assure you that we are preparing to stand alongside you every step of the way.”
“Our undocumented neighbors are an integral part of Alabama’s fabric. They are our parents, siblings, neighbors, classmates, and coworkers. They sustain industries vital to our state’s economy—working in agriculture, poultry, construction, hospitality, and beyond. They share in the joys and struggles of daily life with us, contributing to the vibrant and diverse community we cherish,” the Hispanic and Immigrant Center team said in the statement. “In the face of uncertainty, we will not remain idle. Our commitment is unwavering: to protect and safeguard the human and civil rights of undocumented immigrants in Alabama. To that end, we are working diligently to create a comprehensive toolkit that will help individuals and families prepare for potential challenges. This toolkit will provide clear guidance on necessary documentation, and we are building a network of trusted legal assistance to support you in navigating these uncertain times.”
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