Everyone, regardless of immigration status, can make money by building their own businesses and working for themselves. We’re here to show you how to generate income through entrepreneurship and freelancing. See below for tools to help you get your #UndocuHustle on!

LEARN THE BASICS

Click here to access the Spark Entrepreneurship Hub.

Spark Entrepreneurship Learning Hub

Learn how to leverage your skills, knowledge, and experience to generate income through contracting or business start-up opportunities.

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INCOME GENERATION WEBINAR SERIES
Understand what it means to work for yourself, develop an entrepreneurial mindset and launch your own business. Click here to watch the webinar in Spanish.

5 TIPS TO GET STARTED AS AN INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR/FREELANCER
Learn how to get started as an independent contractor or freelancer. This guide outlines the entire process from industry research to contracts and taxes.

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR BRAINSTORMING WORKSHEET
Use this worksheet to brainstorm the type of gig work and professional services you can provide as an independent contractor.

CALIFORNIA EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT (CALEITC)
Check out CIPC’s resource to learn whether you qualify for CalEITC—now available to all low-income workers who file taxes, regardless of status (resource available in multiple languages).

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FIND SUPPORT FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Click here to visit venturize.org.

Venturize

Visit Venturize to learn about loans, retirement, and healthcare for small businesses and get connected to trusted providers who can help your enterprise grow.

Stay Connected

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Entrepreneurs @ Immigrants Rising

Ask questions, share resources, and network with other immigrant entrepreneurs through our Facebook group.

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