The Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota (ILCM) warmly welcomes friends, supporters, and community members to celebrate 30 years of impact and honor the joy, resilience, and strength of our communities at this special fundraising event!

TICKETS ARE LIVE - RSVP at the button above to join us on September 25th, 2026 from 6-9 PM at the Mosaic Venue.

Can't attend, but want to support ILCM? Donate today!

ILCM was founded in St. Paul in 1976 as Oficina Legal, a program of Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS). Oficina Legal, which was later renamed ILCM to reflect Minnesota’s diverse immigrant and refugee communities, established itself as a separate nonprofit in 1996 after Congress imposed new restrictions on federally funded legal services programs. In 2025, ILCM served clients in 62 of Minnesota's 87 counties and supported 3,533 cases statewide, a 30% increase compared to 2024. Today, we are the only organization in Minnesota providing free, statewide immigration legal services regardless of nationality, legal status, or case type.

For 30 years, ILCM has provided free immigration representation and law-related education to low-income immigrants and refugees across Minnesota and North Dakota, and we're not backing down! In an era of political uncertainty and undermining of our communities, our ILCM team strives to keep families together, protect fundamental liberties, and ensure access to justice for all. Don't miss out on this unforgettable opportunity to network, celebrate, and be inspired as we write ILCM's next chapter!

Event Details

Business casual attire is encouraged but not mandatory; cultural formal attire is always welcomed.
Venue provides free onsite parking for up to 250 spots.
A cash bar featuring ILCM-themed drinks is available.
Exclusive ILCM 30th anniversary shirts created by local artist Pachia Xiong will be available for purchase.

Your event ticket includes:

Dinner featuring a variety of international food stations curated by the Immigrant Kitchen.
Inspiring program that celebrates 30 years of ILCM's impact and community leaders, featuring our ILCM Stronger Together Awards.
Live music entertainment for dancing the night away by Salsa del Soul.
Evening activities including caricature artist, Kira Layli Moore, and photo booth so you can bring home a personalized keepsake.

Most importantly, your ticket is a donation to support ILCM's commitment to justice and protecting our community. It helps clients like Maria*, a trans woman from Cuba who escaped persecution due to her gender identity and is receiving legal support at ILCM. Or Luke*, a DACA recipient who reached out to ILCM and expressed his fear of losing his immigration status and wish to continue school. With your support, ILCM can make a transformative impact on the lives of immigrants in Minnesota.

*Name has been changed for safety and security.

Stronger Together Impact Awards Ceremony

During the evening program, we'll be presenting the Stronger Together Impact Awards in honor of ILCM's 30th anniversary. As we celebrate 30 years of advancing justice and equal opportunities for Minnesota's immigrant and refugee communities, the Stronger Together Impact Awards will honor community partners, leaders, and advocates who have shaped and inspired the ILCM community from the beginning. These folks have worked alongside ILCM to build a welcoming community against the systematic inequities of our immigration legal system and created a lasting change for all. At its core, this award reflects a truth that has guided ILCM for the past 3 decades: we are strongest when we work together.

We'll be announcing our award honorees soon!

Event Ticket Tiers

Early Bird Ticket — $70
- Limited quantity. Discounted rate offer closes on August 7th. After August 7th, tickets will be $85.
Supporter Ticket — $125
- Be the first to support ILCM's work. Includes admission and an additional contribution to ILCM.
Community Access Ticket — $50
- We offer a limited number of reduced-price tickets to ensure this event remains accessible to all members of our community. Only select this option if cost would otherwise be a barrier to attending. If these tickets are unavailable and you require further assistance, please reach out to development@ilcm.org.
Table Purchase - $840
- Buy a table and fill it with friends and family! A table purchase ensures you'll be seated at the same table. Up to twelve guests accommodated!

Evening Schedule

5:30 p.m. | Registration Opens
6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Reception Time & Food Stations are Open

Networking and entertainment with the photobooth and caricature artist will be available.
Food stations are opened for serving.

7:00 - 7:30 p.m. | Program

Speeches provided by our Executive Director, Jennifer Stohl Powell, as well as impactful narratives shared by ILCM's community.
Stronger Together Impact Awards ceremony.

7:30 - 9:00 p.m. | Celebration Time

Dance the night away with live music from Salsa del Soul.
Entertainment activities and food stations are re-opened; desserts and other appetizers are served.

Special thanks to our Sponsors:
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, Ballard Spahr, Stinson, Fish & Richardson, Olsen Thielen, Drake Bank, RBC Wealth Management, Robins Kaplan, Taft Law, James H. Binger Center for New Americans, Stuhlman Law, Feist Law & Advocacy, Cummins & Cummins, Mighty Consulting.
We look forward to seeing you at our fundraiser!

ILCM Stronger Together Fundraiser

Celebrating 30 Years of Community, Resilience, and Advocacy