Rising costs of fuel, other goods squeeze already strained abortion funds

Rising fuel and transportation costs are increasing financial pressure on abortion funds that assist individuals traveling for care in states where abortion is restricted. Since the 2022 Dobbs v. Jackson decision, demand for these funds has surged, with costs per person doubling and some funds pausing operations due to funding shortages. Specific examples include the Blue Ridge Abortion Fund in Virginia and the Cobalt Abortion Fund in Colorado, which saw significant spending increases.