Despite Abortion Bans, Planned Parenthood Clinics in Pro-Life States Take in Millions

According to a report released on August 18 by the Catholic nonprofit American Life League, Planned Parenthood affiliates operating in states with stringent abortion bans or restrictions are raking in nearly half a billion dollars each year, which includes millions sourced from taxpayer funds.

In a revealing analysis, the research uncovered that affiliates located in pro-life states generate an impressive average of over $41.2 million in annual revenue, collectively amassing more than $450 million in total. The revenue figure closely aligns with affiliates in states that have fewer restrictions on abortion, averaging $43.4 million per affiliate and totaling approximately $1.8 billion.

In the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade in 2022, Planned Parenthood continues to operate 11 affiliates across 81 facilities in states with stringent abortion restrictions. Meanwhile, 41 affiliates are active in states with more lenient regulations, overseeing a total of 418 facilities.

Various sources of funding encompass government grants, Medicaid reimbursements, private donations, and fees for patient services. In the latest annual report from Planned Parenthood, covering the period from July 2023 to June 2024, it was revealed that approximately 40% of the organization’s total revenue, amounting to nearly $800 million, was sourced from taxpayer funding.

Taxpayer dollars are largely restricted from being used to fund most abortions, as mandated by federal law. Nonetheless, Medicaid reimbursements for non-abortive services continue to play a crucial role in supporting Planned Parenthood's financial resources. The situation has taken a turn after President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, aiming to halt federal Medicaid reimbursements to the group for a year. A court has issued a temporary suspension of that provision while the appeal is underway.

In a striking development, affiliates in Texas have reported a substantial revenue of $130.8 million, while those in Florida have garnered $67.8 million. This comes in the wake of significant abortion restrictions imposed in both states. In a notable distinction, Mississippi stands as the sole pro-life state that does not have a Planned Parenthood affiliate operating within its borders. In a landscape where states are classified as supportive of abortion rights, it is noteworthy that both Wyoming and North Dakota lack an affiliate organization at this time.

Katie Brown Xavios, the national director of ALL, stated that the organization was unable to identify which services were the primary sources of income for Planned Parenthood. However, she contended that affiliates take advantage of health-related abortion exceptions in states with restrictive laws.

“Despite being labeled as ‘pro-life,’ abortions continue to occur,” Xavios stated to Catholic News Agency. She called on states to implement comprehensive abortion bans with no exceptions and to prevent Medicaid reimbursements at the state level.

Xavios highlighted the recent closure of three Planned Parenthood affiliates in Texas, a development stemming from the ongoing uncertainty surrounding federal Medicaid funding. However, she cautioned, “Planned Parenthood might discover a method to offset that lost income, and we could witness these clinics reopening within a year.”