FAQ: Unplanned Good's Supreme Court Amicus Brief on First Amendment Rights

What is the main purpose of Unplanned Good’s involvement in this Supreme Court case?

Unplanned Good joined the amicus brief to protect First Amendment associational rights, specifically arguing against government-compelled disclosure of donor and volunteer information that could chill free speech and association.

Which Supreme Court case is this about and what is the central issue?

The case is First Choice v Platkin, and the central issue involves organizations’ ability to pursue their goals through free association without fear of reprisal when donor and volunteer information is demanded by the government.

Why is this case significant for Unplanned Good specifically?

Unplanned Good works with sensitive adoption issues that require donor confidentiality, and compelled disclosure could harm their ability to advocate effectively for birth mothers and promote voluntary open adoption.

Who else is involved in filing this amicus brief?

The brief was authored by the Manhattan Institute, Religious Freedom Institute, and the Coalition of Virtue, with other supporters including The Justice Foundation, Heartbeat International, Care Net, 19 states, and several religious and legal organizations.

What specific First Amendment rights are at stake in this case?

The First Amendment protects individuals’ ability to collectively pursue common goals, and government-compelled disclosure of membership lists and donor information chills these associational rights, effectively serving as speech regulation.

What is Unplanned Good’s mission and how does it relate to this case?

Unplanned Good is a nonprofit dedicated to promoting adoption as a viable choice for women facing unplanned pregnancy, advocating for birth mother support and education about voluntary open adoptions, requiring donor confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of their work.

When was this announcement made and what action is being taken?

The announcement was made on October 01, 2025, and Unplanned Good has joined the filing of an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to protect First Amendment associational rights.

Where can I find more information about the Supreme Court case?

The Supreme Court case information can be found at: https://www.supremecourt.gov/search.aspx?filename=/docket/docketfiles/html/public/24-781.html

What type of organization is Unplanned Good and what is their legal status?

Unplanned Good is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-political, non-religious organization devoted to promoting adoption as an alternative for unplanned pregnancies and caring for women who choose adoption.

Where can I learn more about Unplanned Good’s work?

More information about Unplanned Good can be found at their website: https://www.unplannedgood.org/