Check out our guides on taxes and ITINs and our new and updated resources on higher ed, law school, and DACA.
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Hello John,
Did someone say taxes? Yes, we did!
Taxes — a highly documented process — is a requirement for all people and that includes people who don’t have documents — The Undocumented. The undocumented community pays taxes despite not being eligible for many tax and public benefits such as Social Security and Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Immigration Impact ([link removed]) reports that in 2021, undocumented immigrants paid $30.8 billion in total taxes for federal, state, and local taxes combined. Today, we want to acknowledge our individual and collective impact on the economy and our communities. To learn more about immigrant impact in the U.S., the American Immigration Council ([link removed]) has an interactive map where you can view comprehensive state and local immigration data.
Despite the huge contributions our undocumented community has already made, about only half of the population is tax-compliant.^1 Obtaining an ITIN can be anxiety-inducing for many undocumented individuals, but having an ITIN enables you to: file taxes, legitimize your business, open a bank account, build credit, obtain loans, and even apply for a driver’s license and state ID in some states. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about ITINs, EINs, and filing taxes as an undocumented person, check out our guides:
* ITINs, EINs, and Taxes guide ([link removed])
* ITIN Guide ([link removed])
* Spark’s module-based guide on Introduction to Taxes ([link removed])
Sincerely,
Estefanía Hermosillo
Estefanía Hermosillo
SEED Grant & Application Manager
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^1 Reframing Taxigration ([link removed]) by Jacqueline Laínez Flanagan
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** Resource Highlights
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** Building Pathways to AB 540 ([link removed]) (new!)
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Learn opportunities available for noncredit programs, adult schools with high school or GED programs, and California Community Colleges to build pathways for individuals who do not yet meet the eligibility for AB 540.
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** Law School Resource Guide ([link removed]) (updated)
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Designed to help undocumented people interested in applying to law school understand the process, this guide was revised to reflect the current Law School application and financial aid process.
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** DACA Resources ([link removed]) (updated)
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Our DACA renewal ([link removed]) and FAQ ([link removed]) resources now reflect the increased application fees that take effect on April 1, 2024.
** FAFSA & CA Dream Act Applications Priority Deadline extended!
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Make sure to submit the 2024-25 CA Dream Act Application and FAFSA by the priority deadline, which has now been extended to May 2. Here are resources that may be helpful for you:
* Tuition & Financial Aid Equity for Undocumented Students (by State) ([link removed])
* How To Submit the 2024–25 FAFSA® Form if Your Contributor Doesn’t Have an SSN ([link removed])
* CA Dream Act Application Checklist ([link removed])
* Types of Financial Aid Available for Undocumented Students in California ([link removed])
** Announcing Our 2024 Pre-Law Fund Recipients ([link removed])
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Congratulations to ten aspiring attorneys who will receive financial assistance, technical support for their law school applications, and access to Immigrants Rising’s network of legal professionals! Learn more about our Pre-Law Fund recipients here ([link removed]) .
** Work authorization update for newly entered refugees ([link removed])
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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented a streamlined process for Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, to more efficiently provide Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) to eligible refugees after they are admitted to the United States. This new process applies to individuals admitted to the United States as refugees on or after Dec. 10, 2023. Learn more here ([link removed]) .
** April is Arab American Heritage Month!
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Check out these organizations and the amazing work that they do to support and empower Arab immigrants:
* Arab American Institute ([link removed])
* Arab American Family Services ([link removed]) (Illinois-based)
* The Arab-American Family Support Center ([link removed]) (New York-based)
* Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services ([link removed]) (Michigan-based)
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