Lorde Donates Merch Sales from Minneapolis Shows to Immigration Funds

The pop star is directing $204,000 to support immigrant rights groups in the wake of a deadly ICE shooting.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 5:31pm

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Lorde has announced that she will be donating the proceeds from merchandise sales at her recent Minneapolis concerts to the Minnesota Immigration Rights Action Committee and the Immigrant Defense Network. The move comes after federal immigration agents shot and killed two U.S. citizens in the city in January.

Why it matters

Lorde's donation highlights the ongoing tensions around immigration enforcement and the desire of many to support immigrant communities, especially in the wake of high-profile incidents involving ICE. The funds will provide critical resources to local groups advocating for immigrant rights.

The details

According to Lorde's Instagram post, the total amount being donated from her Minneapolis merch sales is $204,000. The post also includes the phrase 'ICE out' drawn on her hand, referencing the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. Lorde played two shows in Minneapolis in October 2025 in support of her latest album.

  • Lorde played two shows in Minneapolis in October 2025.
  • In January 2026, federal immigration agents shot and killed two U.S. citizens, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, in Minneapolis.

The players

Lorde

A popular New Zealand singer-songwriter who recently completed a tour supporting her 2025 album.

Minnesota Immigration Rights Action Committee

A local organization that advocates for immigrant rights in Minnesota.

Immigrant Defense Network

A national group that provides legal support and resources for immigrant communities.

Renee Good

A U.S. citizen who was shot and killed by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis in January 2026.

Alex Pretti

A U.S. citizen who was shot and killed by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis in January 2026.

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What they’re saying

“ICE out”

— Lorde (Instagram)

The takeaway

Lorde's donation highlights the ongoing tensions around immigration enforcement and the desire of many public figures to support immigrant communities, especially in the wake of high-profile incidents involving ICE. The funds will provide critical resources to local groups advocating for immigrant rights in Minneapolis.