West Fund, a non-profit organization that helps Texans pay and arrange out-of-state healthcare procedures, has reopened its doors in El Paso after a 4-year pause. The organization is the only abortion fund in El Paso and provides financial and logistical assistance to individuals seeking out-of-state care.
Background
West Fund paused its operations due to legal uncertainties surrounding out-of-state travel support. During this time, residents in the El Paso region seeking out-of-state care had to navigate transportation, lodging, and medical costs entirely out-of-pocket or rely on broader statewide funds.
Although abortion services are banned in Texas, neighboring states like New Mexico continue to offer legal care. However, the physical proximity of these facilities does not eliminate the financial hurdles for local families, including gas, time off work, childcare, or travel expenses.
West Fund’s reopening means low-income El Pasoans will once again have access to direct financial relief, travel coordination, and bilingual guidance. The organization does not facilitate abortions within Texas but supports individuals traveling to states where reproductive healthcare is legal.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
