Immigration Resources

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Faith in the Valley is a multi-faith, grassroots organization that works to achieve racial and economic justice in California's Central Valley. Faith in the Valley has a variety of different resources online that range from Know Your Rights Information, Legal Assistance Guides and Toolkits, Reporting ICE Activity, and how to find support or be a part of the support system. To learn more about their resources and how to support the Central Valley community, please check their website! 

 CalPride is an organization dedicated to the empowerment of the LGBTQ+ community through intersectional advocacy, transparent education, and trauma-informed care.

CalPride provides LGBTQ+ immigration support services by appointment. These include personalized guidance and in-person accompaniment to appointments, with translation and advocacy support available. For more details or to schedule, please contact Jaime at jaime@calpride.org.  

 Golden Valley Health Centers remains committed to providing high-quality care to everyone in our community with dignity, respect, and compassion. Regardless of changes in national policy, all patients, regardless of immigration status, can continue to access our services. They are committed to protecting patient privacy and ensuring the health and safety of all. Resources are available on their website for anyone who may need them. 

 They Welcome All and Serve All!

The UndocuAlly services through the RISE UP Center at Modesto Junior College are here to support our undocumented (Dreamer) students. We work with you to provide a safe environment to connect and share your experiences and access to FREE student resources including:

• CADAA/AB540 Assistance
• Connection to FREE Immigration Legal Services throught the UFWF for studnets, staff, and faculty
• Counseling, Transfer and Career Services
• Scholarships and Textbook Assistance

Just looking for a space to study, receive support or build community? Feel free to stop by the West Campus RISE UP Center at any time - no sign up necessary!

Privacy Act Statement: The personal information that you give to the RISE UP Center is retained in the program office and protected by the Federal Family Education Right and Privacy Act (FERPA). No one may see the information unless they work with or for the Rise Up Center or are specifically authorized to see the information.

They do not under any circumstances share confidential or identifying student information with unauthorized third parties or outside agencies.

Promoting a Safe & Secure Campus for All

Social Justice Collaborative (SJC) is a nonprofit organization that defends the rights of immigrants facing deportation by providing high-quality legal representation and full-scope immigration defense.

Their services include, but are not limited to:

• Deportation Defense: Asylum, Cancellation of Removal, Defense for Unaccompanied Minors, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)
• Immigration Applications: Lawful Permanent Residency, Work Permits, Naturalization, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), T Visas (for survivors of trafficking), U Visas (for survivors of crimes in the U.S.), and VAWA (for survivors of domestic violence)

Additional Information:

• Intakes are free of charge. To submit a referral or request an intake for yourself, please visit their website or call (510) 992-3964. They encourage people to reach out as soon as possible to be added to our waitlist, as we are actively working to reduce wait times.
• Legal services are free or low-cost.
• Our staff speaks English, Spanish, and Mam.
• Services are provided remotely. Our offices are based in Berkeley, but we take cases from across Northern California, including the Bay Area and the Central Valley.
• Clients also have access to behavioral health staff who provide social support and assistance in connecting with additional resources.

Undocumented Student Services at Stanislaus State is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and empowering environment for undocumented students and their families. They recognize the unique experiences our students bring and strive to support their academic, professional, and personal success through tailored programs and services.

Their offerings include:

• Immigration Legal Services (ILD)
• Undocu-Ally Trainings
• Outreach & In-Class Presentations
• Events & Educational Workshops
• Organizing & Advocacy Trainings
• Peer Support Groups
• Extracurricular Activities

They welcome all students who are interested in their services, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.

Learn more: [https://www.csustan.edu/undocumented-student-services] 

 At World Relief Modesto, their staff has come alongside refugees and other immigrants in vulnerable situations as they rebuild their lives in the United States. For over 20 years, their organization has been welcoming immigrants and refugees throughout the Central Valley. ​This necessary and impactful work has proven to be a life source to vulnerable populations of immigrants as they make the journey from foreigner to friend and soon, themselves join in the work of welcoming a new generation of immigrants to their new home. For more information on their resources, be sure to check out their website! 

Contact: (916) 978-2650

 Our organization provides a wide range of free immigration and victim support services to individuals and families in our community. In our San Joaquin County location we provide free-legal to support to low-income landlord-tenant eviction or unlawful detainer litigation matters. All of these services are appointment only, please be sure to call the respective program numbers that are below!

Immigration Services:

• Adjustment of Status (AOS) applications
• Immigration consultations to determine eligibility for benefits 
• Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals
• Citizenship applications
• Work permit renewals
• Lawful Permanent Residence renewals and replacements

Contact (209)337-7505 for more information and to schedule an appointment! 

Services for Crime Survivors:

• Assistance with applications under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) 
• U Certifications
• Help requesting restraining orders
• Guidance and support throughout the criminal justice process
• Other comprehensive victim services depending on need

Contact (209)337-7511 for more information and to schedule an appointment! 

Shiver Landlord & Tenant Program:

• Preparing the required legal documents
• Advising on proper notices
• Helping clients understand their rights and responsibilities throughout the landlord-tenant litigation process

Contact (209)337-7514 for more information and to schedule an appointment!

 The ACLU of Northern California is an enduring guardian of justice, fairness, equality, and freedom, working to protect and advance civil rights and civil liberties for all Californians. They provide several different resources pertaining to civil liberties, such as immigrants' rights.

Their website provides information, such as, Know Your Rights information, what to do if ICE enters your workplace, how to locate someone in Detention, and local rapid response hotlines for the State of California. They accept a small amount of civil cases, as it is dependent on funding. You can either call, fill out the form, or send a letter.

Contact: (415)621-2488 

Mail to: Civil Liberties Intake Program, ACLU Northern California, 39 Drumm St., San Francisco, CA 9411

 Central Valley Immigrant Integration Collaboration's mission is To serve as the leading immigrant integration organization in the Central Valley, dedicated to ensuring full participation of immigrants in building strong, vibrant, inclusive communities. We do this by: collaborating, mobilizing and combining the resources and talents of our allies to offer, on a large scale, high quality immigration and naturalization services; strengthening and growing the capacity of our members to serve and empower immigrant communities, and support leadership development by leveraging needed public and private sector resources; working to change the dominant discourse about immigrants and immigration; working to achieve policies which support opportunities for immigrants to pursue their dreams. 

Central Valley Immigrant Integration Collaborative offers free immigration legal services, including assistance with naturalization, DACA, U-visas, and asylum applications. The organization conducts community outreach through Know Your Rights presentations, bilingual materials, and digital campaigns. It supports local nonprofits with training to expand regional immigration services. CVIIC also promotes economic empowerment through workshops and resources for immigrant entrepreneurs. Additionally, it engages in advocacy and hosts regional events to strengthen immigrant integration across the Central Valley.  

The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) is a Los Angeles–based nonprofit founded in 1986 in response to the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Its mission is to advance a just, inclusive society for immigrants by combining grassroots organizing with legal services, civic engagement, policy advocacy, community education, and other services throughout California, especially in the Central Valley. 

Their website provides resources such as red cards, important documents to carry list in English and Spanish, and Caregiver Authorization Affidavit in English and Spanish. 

 Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) seeks to improve immigration law and policy, expand the capacity of legal service providers, and advance immigrants. Immigrant Legal Resource Center's mission is to work with and educate immigrants, community organizations, and the legal sector to continue to build a democratic society that values diversity and the rights of all people. 

They provide a variety or resources such as red cards and a preparedness kit for family members. They offer printable red cards or if you would like to order, you can learn more on their website. The immigration preparedness toolkit includes various topics from know your rights, important on hand information that will be helpful when you see an attorney, avoiding fraud, etc.  

 Services, Immigrant Rights and Education Network (SIREN), provides low-cost immigration legal services from the Bay Area to the Central Valley. SIREN offers free telephonic consultations. If you live in these regions, you can call our office to schedule your consultation: (408) 453-3003

SIREN also provides opportunities for community members to get involved with our advocacy. If you have a story, want to learn how to make calls to your representatives, let us know. You can leave your info here: bit.ly/2025SIRENCVV

(please note in person opportunities may be limited to the Fresno area)

If you are an agency, school, church, or ally looking for SIREN to provide an in person or virtual presentation, please fill out our request form: bit.ly/sirenpresents

For any non-legal related matters, contact them at: 559-218-5005