December 2020

looking back on our year

Dear John,

This year has been a challenging one. From the changes in our workplaces to the political and socioeconomic divide that has widened across the nation, we have seen many unexpected twists and turns alongside unrelenting uncertainty.

However, we are grateful for our Immigrants Rising family for being with us this year. We bore witness to the strength of our community. We find inspiration in coming together to stand against white supremacy and anti-Blackness, in the love and commitment our families and neighbors show for each other, and in countless demonstrations of mutual aid and volunteer spirit, just to name a few.

Read how — with creativity, hard work, and sheer grit — we have transformed setbacks into opportunities for undocumented young people to thrive.

We hope you will consider making a year-end contribution to fuel our work in 2021.

INFORMATION, RESOURCES & ONLINE SUPPORT

“I want to take a moment to tell you how much I appreciate Immigrants Rising for educating all of us. Indeed, I have been wanting these resources since day one. You inspired me to start a club for Dreamers.” — Anna Santana, Teacher at Wilcox High School

We’ve created over 30 new resources, including our #UndocuHustle Entrepreneurship Learning Hub; provided direct 1:1 support to over 1,000 individuals; engaged nearly 30,000 undocumented young people, educators and allies in live presentations and information sessions; and reached over 1.6 million users online and in-person.

Our information, resources, and online support empower undocumented young people with the knowledge and tools they need to navigate life, make informed decisions, and pursue their goals.

P.S. Hot off the Press! Check out our 2021 Scholarship and Fellowship Lists.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

“So many of us are simply fighting for a chance at a better life. The resilience and faith in the group has truly inspired me to not give up in the law process." — Pre-Law Fund Recipient

Over the course of this year, we've provided $244,415 in stipends and grants to 133 individuals. Our Pre-Law Fund, Entrepeneurship Fund, and career fellowships enable undocumented young people to overcome systemic barriers in pursuing their educational and career goals.

EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS

“I’m no longer scared to utter the word ‘undocumented’ despite all the barriers that have been placed in front of me, I have overcome them. If I can do that, then I can do anything!” — Justine Lim, Catalyst Fund Fellow

We have awarded over $3 million in institutional grants and provided robust technical assistance to increase support and identify best practices for undocumented students at 32 public colleges and 11 high schools and college access organizations.

Preview of 2020 fellows and program participants.

LEADERSHIP CAPACITY

“Immigrants Rising has been a key factor in my transformative growth. It has motivated me to make a difference in my community and possibly even the world.” — Hugo Lopez-Munoz, High School Engagement Fellow

We have fostered and developed the leadership capacity of 116 undocumented young people through hands-on training, mentorship, financial support, professional development, networking and opportunities to educate and empower the broader undocumented community.

PERSONAL STORIES

We have supported countless undocumented young people in reclaiming and sharing their stories. We are proud to prepare them through media trainings and

Check out some of our community members’ stories in The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, PRI’s The World, Cal Matters, Courthouse News Service, Gen by Medium, Telemundo 52, Rational Middle, LA Times High School Insider, Women’s March San Francisco, and more!

We need your support to continue making sure that undocumented young people are able to transform setbacks into opportunities to thrive in 2021.

Please consider making a year-end contribution.

Together, we will ensure that hope and opportunity triumph over fear and uncertainty.

- The Immigrants Rising Team

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