Immigration proceedings are civil, not criminal, which means that the government will not provide a lawyer to people who cannot afford one. Many people qualify for relief from deportation that would allow them to remain in the United States, but they must prove their eligibility and doing so requires presenting both legal arguments and evidence. Additionally, due to the criminalization of immigrants in the United States, ICE has broad power to “detain” people, or jail them, during their immigration proceedings, and many Long Beach residents have been detained at the Adelanto Detention...
ICE is detaining people in workplaces, at day-labor gathering spots, on the streets, and at lawful check-ins and court hearings. There are attempts to deport quickly, potentially without due process, and the only hope to keep families together is through providing bond funds that will get them OUT of detention. Region(s) Served: Southern California, Statewide Targeted Communities: Community-Based Organizations, Individuals Target Focus/Issue Area(s): Immigration, Legal Advocacy Type of Support: Immediate Relief, Legal Aid Funding Accessibility: Open for submissions Scale of Funding Offered...
The California Immigrant Justice Infrastructure Fund (the Fund) seeks to invest in and strengthen a thriving power-building ecosystem that can address the immediate and long-term needs of immigrant, migrant, and refugee communities across the state. The Fund aims to move at least $1 million to $3 million annually over the next three years to organizations on the front lines of the fight for immigrant justice in California. The Fund is building on the success of the California Dignity for Families Fund (CDFF), which GCIR launched in May 2021 as part of a public-private partnership with the...
The Immigration Frontlines Fund is a large-scale, rapid response grantmaking fund to support immigrants and their allies who are organizing, mobilizing, and mounting every possible form of defense to keep immigrant communities safe. As immigrant communities fight back to protect themselves and each other, FFF’s Immigration Frontlines Fund will be there to drive resources to the communities that need it most Region(s) Served: Central California, Northern California, San Diego & Imperial Counties, Southern California, Statewide Targeted Communities: Community-Based Organizations,...
The Pasadena Community Foundation (PCF) has opened the Eaton Canyon Fire Relief and Recovery Fund providing an opportunity for those who want to support immediate and pressing needs even as the fire continues to spread. The Pasadena Community Foundation Eaton Canyon Fire Relief and Recovery Fund provides flexible support to local nonprofit organizations as they respond to the local Eaton Canyon fire. VISIT FUND
Wildfires in LA County are affecting tens of thousands of people. United Way focuses on longer-term recovery efforts to support members of our community, and we are working with our community partners to assess the impact on the ground. VISIT FUND
The Foundation has established an emergency relief fund for those in the LAUSD community impacted by the fires. This Fund will support immediate relief, support for continuity of learning, mental health, and other short and long term needs for the community. VISIT FUND
Community college students, staff, and faculty are facing unprecedented challenges as multiple wildfires devastate regions across southern California. These events not only threaten lives but also disrupt education, housing, and basic needs. Your generous donation will help provide critical emergency relief during these difficult times and support the long-term recovery. VISIT FUND
Supporting our communities affected by natural disasters. Our community college students, faculty, and staff are already being impacted by California’s devastating wildfire season, which has burned more acres in the state this year than in the previous two combined. How Your Gift Helps Your generous donation provides emergency relief during these difficult times and support for recovering and rebuilding. Past recipients of donors’ support have used the funds to cover their disaster-related needs, including relocation expenses, replacing laptops, and buying supplies, transportation, clothes,...
TIAH is issuing an urgent call of support for front/second line farmworkers, day laborers, essential workers and families impacted by fires in Los Angeles. Through 1/31, we are matching up to $50,000 in donations to provide critical relief, housing support, food assistance, and essential resources. VISIT FUND
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