Defying the odds

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If someone had told me this back in 2007, I’d have been utterly incredulous. And yet, here we are!

November 2022 Newsletter

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UndocuThrive with/out DACA Webinar Series, resources for philanthropists, educators, and allies seeking to support undocumented students, and more.

Beyond DACA

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We are living in a time of ongoing uncertainty for the immigrant community. Threats of ending DACA and stalled federal immigration policies make us yearn for stability. We will continue to share updates on DACA as we receive them, but we want you to know that we are here for you—with or without DACA.…

April 2022 Newsletter

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Scholarships? Supporting the Black undocumented community? Entrepreneurs who found their spark? It’s all here. Read on to learn more!

Catalyst Fund Spring 2022 Program Offerings

We are excited to continue our technical assistance for CA Catalyst campuses and other higher education institutions during the last semester of our initiative!

This spring, we will be hosting virtual programming to deepen your knowledge and implement promising practices in key areas to build on your efforts to ensure undocumented students thrive on your campus and beyond.…

Madeleine Villanueva

We’re pleased to introduce Madeleine Villanueva, the Catalyst Fund Specialist at Immigrants Rising. Her work focuses on broadening access to higher education for undocumented young people!

So Madeleine, much of our audience is familiar with your work as the Catalyst Fund Specialist, but how have your personal experiences inspired the work that you do?…

California In-State Tuition Tool

Immigrants Rising’s In-State Tuition Tool (ISTT) helps you determine whether you qualify for in-state tuition (AB 540) in California!

How much can I save each year by paying in-state tuition? [1]

$9,304 in CA Community Colleges

$10,080 in CA State Universities

$34,200 in Universities of CA

You may also be eligible to receive financial aid from the state and your school.…

September 2021 Newsletter

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Our fall event lineup — 20 Year Anniversary commemorating AB 540, AP Travel Guide Launch event, BIG Talent LIVE Showcase, Support Groups and more!

AB 540 Conference: Legislators Track

A Must-Attend Legislative Briefing: AB 540: Building on 20 Years of Policy Implementation AUDIENCE: Legislators, Legislative Aides, Policymakers, Undocumented Student Support Personnel, Dream Resource Centers, High School, Adult School & Noncredit

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AB 540 (2001) is landmark legislation that expanded access to higher education for undocumented students across California by providing in-state tuition.…

AB 540 Conference: Administrators Track

10 – 11 a.m. PT | Opening Session Honoring the Organizing that Made AB 540 Possible! Looking Back & Moving Forward AUDIENCE: ALL participants

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Join us in honoring the powerful organizing that took place to open access for undocumented students in higher education.…

AB 540 Conference: Practitioners Track

10 – 11 a.m. PT | Opening Session Honoring the Organizing that Made AB 540 Possible! Looking Back & Moving Forward AUDIENCE: ALL participants

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Join us in honoring the powerful organizing that took place to open access for undocumented students in higher education.…

January 2021 Newsletter

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Our new year statement, legal and college resources for undocumented immigrants, and more!