Stay Informed, Remain Calm, and Know Your Rights
Categories: General Announcements, Resources
Take action to protect and support the immigrant families and communities who are at greatest risk.
Stay Informed, Remain Calm, and Know Your Rights
He Went From Undocumented Student to Teacher of the Year, Blazing a Path for Others
Categories: In the Media
Julio Navarrete, who was previously Immigrants Rising’s Arts & Creativity Manager and now serves on our Leadership Council, has been named “Teacher of the Year” at American High School, the largest in Fremont.
Meet our Newest Entrepreneurship Fund Grantees
Categories: Entrepreneurship, General Announcements
We are delighted to announce our newest Entrepreneurship Fund Grantees!
After a review of 216 proposals from 247 undocumented young people, living in 29 different states and hailing from 40 countries of origin, we have selected six entrepreneurial projects to support through our Entrepreneurship Fund.…
Dreams Don’t Have a Due Date
Categories: General Announcements
Lorenza is a single mom who believes no dream is too big to accomplish. Like many migrants arriving today, Lorenza came to the United States escaping violence and in search for a better life. After 11 years of working twelve-hour shifts, she was finally able to go back to school.…
Introducing our 2018 Scholars
Categories: General Announcements, Higher Education
This year we invited eight extraordinary students to be part of our Scholars Program (formerly known as the New American Scholars Program). These scholars have demonstrated resilience and determination in pursuing higher education despite extraordinary obstacles and adversity. Their areas of study are Marketing, Ethnic Studies, Business Administration, Neurobiology, Physical Therapy, Theater, Mathematics, and Geotechnical Engineering.…
Overview of Undocumented Students
Learn about what statistics show about the undocumented population, how undocumented students are defined, challenges that undocumented students have in pursing college education, and federal/state policies impacting undocumented students.
Our Donors
“What moves me almost to tears is when I receive a note from a scholarship recipient that says, ‘I made it. I graduated.’” — Jorge Ramos, writer, Emmy-winning journalist, & Immigrants Rising supporter since 2009
2025 DONORS AND SUPPORTERSImmigrants Rising gratefully acknowledges the generous contributions of the following corporations, foundations and individuals.…
Our Story
“I remember thinking, ‘Oh my God, there really is a place where undocumented students are recognized and acknowledged, there are people who believe we can do it and who believe we can go to college.’” — Isabel Cortes, 2011 Scholar & 2012 Community Engagement Fellow
Back in 2006, undocumented students had little information, resources, and support to help them pursue higher education.…
Statement from Iliana Perez, Executive Director of Immigrants Rising, on ICE Raids and Federal Military Deployment in Los Angeles County
Categories: General Announcements
Immigrants Rising stands with Los Angeles residents who believe that everyone, regardless of status, deserves to live with dignity and without fear.
IRS, DHS & ITIN Updates
Categories: General Announcements
On April 7, 2025, an unprecedented agreement was made that allows ICE to request personal information from the IRS for immigration enforcement purposes.
This Tax Day, ICE is going after the very immigrants who fund Social Security
Categories: General Announcements
This Tax Day, while millions file their returns as usual, over 12 million people will do so at grave risk—not just to their finances, but to their safety.
DACA Updates
Categories: General Announcements, Resources
On March 11, 2025, the 5th Circuit’s mandate on DACA—based on their ruling from January 2025—went into effect. Here's what you should know.
Steps to Apply for DACA for the First Time
USCIS is accepting initial DACA applications; however, due to ongoing litigation, initial applications are currently not being processed. This handout walks you through the necessary steps to apply for DACA for the first time.
Steps to Renew DACA
Some people who have had DACA in the past may submit a DACA renewal application. This handout walks you through the steps you need to take to renew your DACA.
Policy Advocacy
We advocate for public policies that create, expand, protect, and remove barriers to opportunities for undocumented individuals to access higher education, advance their careers, and achieve economic mobility for themselves and their families.
California | Access to College & CareerThis year, Immigrants Rising is working to advance policies that ensure undocumented students have access to college and career opportunities.…
