Fair housing work at ILAS is about reaching people before a problem becomes a crisis—helping Idahoans recognize discrimination, understand the timelines that apply, and know what steps to take while there's still time to act. That work depends on resources we can plan around. 

In early March, KMVT reported on the abrupt cancellation of a HUD fair housing grant that supports this kind of community education and direct legal guidance. ILAS Twin Falls Managing Attorney Kathleen Arnold spoke with KMVT about the notice we received on February 27 and the immediate disruption it caused. Executive Director Sunrise Ayers described the practical impact: reduced hotline capacity, fewer appointment slots, and fewer days available to help people who call.

We're sharing this coverage because it reflects something important about how legal aid works—and how quickly that work can be undone. When resources shrink, the consequences don't stay abstract. They land on families trying to keep their housing, protect their rights, and respond before deadlines pass. 

We're still here, and we're still taking calls. If you're facing a housing issue, reach out. 

Attribution/Source: KMVT/KSVT (Ryan Hill), "Fair housing grant cut affecting Idaho Legal Aid Services," published March 7, 2025. Read the original reporting (external link).