Welcome to the Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy’s Media Hub. Our marketing team works with news media across platforms to share our legal knowledge, educate the community, and highlight stories about our clients’ experiences. 

This is a hub of information for journalists interested in writing about the organization that includes direct links to learn more about us and our latest news. Thank you for your interest!

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If you are a member of a news or media organization and need assistance, please contact Kelly Lynn at 980.202.7320, kelly.lynn@charlottelegaladvocacy.org or Hannah Brown at 980.256.3592, hannah.brown@charlottelegaladvocacy.org.

Media stories in 2025

Fact check: Questions and answers about immigration, ICE and more in Charlotte, Charlotte Observer 05.05.25

Here are 12 stories about federal cuts in NC during Donald Trump’s first 100 days, Charlotte Observer 04.30.25

Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy names new CEO, QCity Metro 04.29.25

NC bill would expand sheriff cooperation with ICE agents, WCNC Charlotte 04.29.25

Mecklenburg Count Hosts Scam Jam to Educate Seniors on Fraud Prevention, Hoodline 04.23.25

Interview with Mentorship Project Participant Ezra Rash, Catholic Legal Immigration Network 04.21.25

US ‘made a promise,’ but Social Security cuts could harm Charlotte workers, Dems say, Charlotte Observer 04.16.25

Hundreds of cases of unaccompanied immigrant children remain in limbo, Enlace Latino NC 04.07.25

NC nonprofit that represents immigrant children analyzing judge’s reversal of Trump, Charlotte Observer 04.03.25

Property Tax Relief Clinic with Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy on April 16, Charlotte on the Cheap 04.02.25

Now what? Immigration and ICE safety on Charlotte college campuses, WFAE 03.30.25

Charlotte: Funding cuts leave 300 minors without legal support, La Noticia 03.28.25

Funding cut threatens legal advocacy for hundreds of immigrant children, WCNC Charlotte 03.27.25

Immigration law grant revoked: The Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy says it has lost federal funding for a program that represents minors who arrive in the U.S. without a parent or guardian and who are facing immigration proceedings, Charlotte Ledger email newsletter 03.26.25

Trump cut forces migrant children in Charlotte to go to court alone, nonprofit says, Charlotte Observer 03.26.25

Critical Program for Unaccompanied Children Scrapped Due to Trump Cuts, Queen City Nerve 03.26.25

Cancelan programas de ayuda legal para niños inmigrantes, QuePasa Media Network 03.25.25

Funding cut impacts Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy, affects immigrant children’s rights, Queen City News 03.25.25

Unaccompanied immigrant kids program loses funds after DHHS cuts, WCCB Charlotte 03.25.25

Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy among nonprofits facing Trump’s funding cuts, Charlotte Observer 03.10.25

‘Chilling effect’ | Federal funding for unaccompanied migrant children could face more cuts, WCNC Charlotte 03.05.25

North Carolina could lose $27 billion in Medicaid funds, WCNC 02.26.25

IRS will send Form 1099-K to those who received more than $5,000 through digital platforms such as Venmo or CashApp, Enlace Latino NC 01.31.25

Charlotte immigration organizations hearing from fearful constituents over Trump executive orders, QC News 01.24.25

Charlotte parents, students fear the end of immigration ‘safe zones’ at schools, WCNC Charlotte 01.23.25

Se aproxima la temporada de impuestos 2025: sepa cómo prepararse, Enlace Latino NC 01.15.25

2025 tax season is approaching: learn how to prepare, Enlace Latino NC 01.15.25

¡Desfile, talleres y comida gratis! Aprovecha estos eventos gratuitos, La Noticia 01.14.25

Community Tax Talk with Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy: Tax Topics for Immigrants, Charlotte on the Cheap 01.09.25

Pistas de hielo, clases y recursos gratis esta semana en Charlotte, La Noticia 01.07.25

Ofrecen talleres gratis en Charlotte sobre cómo enfrentar deportaciones, La Noticia 01.06.25

Latest news

• Back-to-School Bash Brings Community Together at Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy July 29, 2025
  As summer break winds down, children across Charlotte are ecstatic for the new school year. On June 23, Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy celebrated the season of new beginnings with a Back-to-School Bash, welcoming 750+ children and families to the Advocacy Center’s office.  Attendees stocked up on free school supplies, enjoyed games and activities, and… Read more: Back-to-School Bash Brings Community Together at Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy 
• Reflections from the Annual Summer Intern Gathering in RaleighJuly 18, 2025
  This summer, Advancement and Communications Intern Abigail Stakes joined fellow interns from Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy on a special trip to Raleigh for the 2nd Annual Summer Intern Gathering. Below, Abigail shares highlights from the experience. Last week, Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy’s summer interns had the opportunity to travel to Raleigh for the… Read more: Reflections from the Annual Summer Intern Gathering in Raleigh
• Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy to Expand Services with Addition of Education Law Program; Transition From Council for Children’s Rights to Be Completed by September 2025July 17, 2025
  For Immediate Release: July 17, 2025Kelly Lynn, Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy, 980.202.7320, kelly.lynn@charlottelegaladvocacy.org  CHARLOTTE CENTER FOR LEGAL ADVOCACY TO EXPAND SERVICES WITH ADDITION OF EDUCATION LAW PROGRAM; TRANSITION FROM COUNCIL FOR CHILDREN’S RIGHTS TO BE COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 2025  Charlotte, NC – Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy (Advocacy Center), a nonprofit civil legal services… Read more: Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy to Expand Services with Addition of Education Law Program; Transition From Council for Children’s Rights to Be Completed by September 2025
• Mark Your Calendar: Back to School Bash Set for July 23July 15, 2025
  Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy will host its annual Back to School Bash on Wednesday, July 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its office at 5535 Albemarle Road. This FREE, family-friendly event is an opportunity for children and families to celebrate the season, connect with community resources, and prepare for a strong start… Read more: Mark Your Calendar: Back to School Bash Set for July 23
• Justice in June: Stand up for families. Stand up for safety. Stand up for justice.June 18, 2025
  This month marks the launch of the Justice in June Campaign, a vital, month-long fundraising effort dedicated to providing life-changing legal services to the people in our community who need them most. At a time when social and economic challenges are putting increasing pressure on families across the country, the need for accessible legal support… Read more: Justice in June: Stand up for families. Stand up for safety. Stand up for justice.

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