(Washington, D.C.): Today, the United States Supreme Court issued its opinion in First Choice Women’s Resource Centers, Inc. v. Davenport, siding with First Choice in a unanimous, 9-0 decision. The Court held that “First Choice has established a present injury to its First Amendment associational rights sufficient to confer Article III standing.” By ruling in favor of the pregnancy center organization, the court will allow First Choice to first […] The post Victory for Pregnancy Centers: SCOTUS Rules Against NJ AG in First Choice Women’s Resource Centers, Inc. v. Davenport appeared first on Am
For Immediate Release: April 29, 2026 Contact: media@sbaprolife.org | View Newsroom Liberal Justices Smack Down Democrat AG’s Political Vendetta Against Life-Affirming Pregnancy Centers Washington, D.C. – In a unanimous decision, this morning the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a major victory for life and freedom of speech in First Choice Women’s Resource Centers, Inc. v. Davenport. The case […]
National Right to Life welcomes a unanimous Supreme Court decision allowing First Choice Women's Resource Centers to challenge a New Jersey investigation in federal court. The release frames access to federal review as important protection for pregnancy centers and donors whose speech and privacy may be affected by state subpoenas.
Thomas More Society introduces its annual impact report, including accounts of FACE Act pardons and litigation involving pregnancy centers. The announcement also previews work on abortion referral requirements and clinic zoning alongside the firm’s other religious-liberty cases.
Godsey discusses a Justice Department review of enforcement of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act. He argues that pregnancy-help organizations facing threats and vandalism deserve the same protection afforded to abortion providers.
Ever wondered if there's a second chance after a chemical abortion? Learn about the powerful science and hope of APR. Join us for a deep dive into the groundbreaking work of Dr. George Delgado, a pioneer in Abortion Pill Reversal (APR). In this interview, we explore the insights from his book, "Abortion Pill Reversal: A Second Chance at Choice," covering everything from the biological mechanism of progesterone to the thousands of lives saved globally. Whether you are a medical professional, a pregnancy resource worker, or someone looking for hope after a change of heart, this episode provides
Elin Barger, one of the National Leaders Collective’s leaders of the month, is a Students for Life of America William Wilberforce Fellow attending Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, FL. Learn more about Barger’s activism below. I am involved in the pro-life movement because I felt a calling to advocate for preborn babies through nursing care within Pregnancy Centers. ... Read More The post Meet Elin Barger, One of the National Leaders Collective’s April Leaders of the Month appeared first on Students for Life of America .
A couple drove almost two hours to come to the abortion facility where our Sidewalk Advocates were praying. They did not know how far along in the pregnancy they were. Program Leader Cathy encouraged them to go to the pregnancy center for a free ultrasound, but the abortion-facility security guard came down and interrupted their […] The post God Hears Our Prayers first appeared on Sidewalk Advocates for Life .
The Kansas Legislature recently overturned Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly’s veto of a bill that protects the right of pregnancy centers to provide care to women in … The post Kansas Legislature overrides veto, passes pro-pregnancy center bill appeared first on CatholicVote org .
Heartbeat International announced that its 2027 Annual Pregnancy Help Conference will be held in Atlanta, Georgia, from March 31 to April 2. The theme for the conference is "Anointed Mission," inspired by Luke 4:18, and the city was chosen for its historical connection to the fight against oppression, referencing Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy.
In 1992, the Supreme Court stated in Planned Parenthood v. Casey that women “have organized intimate relationships and made choices” relying on the right to abortion. The Court seemed to believe that abortion was necessary for women to have successful lives because of the time and financial commitment of raising a child. But the pro-life movement, already beginning to establish a national network of supportive pregnancy centers, was to provide another option for women who feel they cannot parent, with the introduction of “Safe Haven Laws.” Safe Haven Laws—also known as […] The post Saving a Li
Can the government force a pro-life pregnancy center to hire staff who oppose its foundational beliefs? In this episode of The LifeCast , Rich Bennett speaks with Jim Sprague, CEO of the Pregnancy Resource Center in Grand Rapids, and Bryan Neihart of Alliance Defending Freedom about a lawsuit challenging a law that could require pro-life organizations to hire employees who oppose their mission and cover abortion in their health insurance plans. Together they unpack the constitutional and cultural implications if the government can compel nonprofits to undermine their own message. This conversa
Message from our President & CEO: Dear Friends, A brand-new poll — the Marist Poll — just came out with some heartening news. This poll, commissioned by the Knights of Columbus and performed by a trusted source for national surveys,* reported: 64% of Americans support placing legal limits on abortion; 84% support pregnancy resource centers, […] The post What Americans Really Think About Abortion first appeared on Sidewalk Advocates for Life .
From advocacy to education, COPCA is changing how leaders understand pregnancy center care. In this episode of The LifeCast , Rich Bennett sits down with Leticia Higdon, Executive Director of the Colorado Pregnancy Care Alliance, to talk about the role pregnancy centers play across the state—and why so many people misunderstand them. Leticia shares how COPCA works to protect and support these centers while also serving as a bridge between lawmakers and the real services offered to women and families. From counseling and medical care to ongoing material support—all provided completely free—she
Triller Harms argues that protecting unborn children should not require rhetoric or policies that disregard women in crisis. She calls for a pro-life approach that combines legal protection with compassion, pregnancy support and attention to coercion and abuse.
Tabitha Goodling reports on increased services provided by Ohio pregnancy centers and the economic pressures faced by their clients. The article combines coalition data, comments from Savannah Marten, and a client account to describe the need for material and relational support.
Anastasia Rogers, a young pro-life advocate, was arrested in December for peacefully offering pregnancy resource information outside a Planned Parenthood. Her court hearing was postponed to January 30, 2026, while Life Legal seeks to dismiss the charges, arguing they violate her First Amendment rights. Support is encouraged for her case. The post She offered help. She was arrested. (Court update) appeared first on .
What does the fight for life look like as we step into a new year? In this special New Year episode of The LifeCast , Rich Bennett sits down with Hannah Harris of Life Network to break down the most pivotal pro-life moments of 2025—and why what comes next in 2026 matters more than ever. From the undeniable reality that life begins at conception to the heartbreaking truth of abortion in late pregnancy, Rich and Hannah speak with moral clarity and deep compassion. They share real stories of hope, including the lives saved through Life Network’s pregnancy centers, and remind listeners that when f
Godsey connects the Christmas message of divine love with the work of pregnancy-help organizations. He presents compassionate engagement with both a pregnant woman and her unborn child as the motivation for that service.
Pregnancy centers are legitimate medical clinics that provide early pregnancy confirmation, reproductive education, and whole-women support, often staffed by licensed medical professionals and adhering to state healthcare standards. These centers offer full information on all pregnancy options, including parenting, adoption, and abortion, and provide ongoing support regardless of a woman's decision, emphasizing empowerment rather than persuasion.
This Christmas season, pregnancy centers in North Carolina are continuing their role as the “go to” for women and families encountering unplanned pregnancies, with a regional medical director of four centers in North Carolina detailing why the organizations are vital. Continue Reading at The Center Square >> The post Doctor: NC pregnancy centers a ‘go-to’ for women in crisis this Christmas season appeared first on Lozier Institute .
Trudden advocates the abortion-pill-reversal approach for women who regret beginning a medication abortion. She illustrates her argument with Sierra's account of contacting the rescue network and subsequently giving birth to Sawyer.
Originally published on June 28, 2022, this paper was updated on October 13, 2023, February 25, 2025, and December 18, 2025. OVERVIEW AND SUMMARY As of December 2025, 19 states had authorized some form of alternatives to abortion (A2A) funding for life-affirming Pregnancy Help Organizations (PHOs), which typically include pregnancy centers, adoption agencies, maternity […] The post Fact Sheet: State Alternatives to Abortion Funding appeared first on Lozier Institute .
Love wins —and Mark Schultz’s story is proof. After recently speaking at the Life Network Gala, Mark joins Rich Bennett for a heartfelt conversation about his adoption and the loving, courageous choice his birth mom made for him. Mark reflects on how pregnancy centers step into the chaos of a crisis moment and offer women and men the hope, peace, and support they need to choose life. He shares how he came to see his birth mother as a hero—and how pregnancy centers often become champions for heroes just like her. Mark also talks about the music he’s currently working on and how his faith and ad
Trudden recounts Adrianna's account of continuing a pregnancy after seeking help following the first abortion pill. The story credits support from the abortion-pill-reversal network and Bella Vita Network, but the personal account alone does not establish treatment effectiveness.
The U.S. Supreme Court is now considering First Choice Women’s Resource Centers v. Platkin, a case that could dramatically strengthen constitutional protections for pro-life pregnancy centers nationwide. California Family Council (CFC) and our allies have warned for years that abortion-friendly officials may weaponize regulatory tools to intimidate ministries offering life-affirming help to women. This case […] The post Pregnancy Centers Back at SCOTUS: New Case Could Protect PRCs Nationwide first appeared on California Family Council .
For decades, Big Abortion and extremist politicians have attacked pregnancy centers in futile attempts to chill their life-affirming work. These efforts culminated in the 2018 U.S. Supreme Court decision in National Institute of Family and Life Advocates v. Becerra, which struck down a California law that forced pregnancy centers to engage in objectionable speech. The court ruled that this violated the First Amendment right to freedom of speech. Continue Reading at The Daily Caller >> The post Pregnancy Centers And Life-Affirming Care Vs Political Harassment appeared first on Lozier Institute
Here are Two important developments from the federal courts regarding pregnancy resource centers. On Monday, December 1st, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit ruled in favor of pregnancy centers in the federal abortion pill reversal case — a significant victory for free speech and for the women these centers serve. Below […]
The latest report on the work of pregnancy care centers is out from the Charlotte Lozier Institute (CLI), and it is the most encouraging yet. Titled “Pregnancy Centers: Rising to the Occasion with Unwavering Care,” the research concludes that 2,775 of these life-affirming centers provided over $452 million worth of medical care, education, and material […] The post New Pregnancy Help Report Shows Major Service Growth appeared first on Lozier Institute .
