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CCUSA: Responding to the COVID-19 Pandemic CCUSA remains vigilant in supporting the work your agency is doing on the ground actively monitoring the COVID-19 situation. As such, any resource that we locate that may be helpful is uploaded to the member-facing COVID-19 resource webpage. If you have any questions to pose to the network on how other immigration programs are responding to the public health precautions – please feel free to send an inquiry to the RIS listserv: ccusa-immigrantsrefugeesservs@maillist. catholiccharitiesusa. org. If you have any COVID-19 resources please send the information to Simona Wright-James at swright@Catholic. Charities. USA. org. The information will be posted for public view on CCUSA’s COVID-19 Resource Page. Policy Updates Agency Resources Funding Opportunities

COVID-19 Resources for the Community of Practice During these uncertain times, we want to keep you as informed as possible. CCUSA, USCCB, and CLINIC all have COVID-19 resource pages that are updated regularly with information and best practices to help you better serve your immigrant clients. Catholic Charities USA – Refugee and Immigrant Services: COVID-19 Resource Page USCCB – Justice for Immigrants: COVID-19 Resource Page Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. – COVID-19 Resource Page Policy Updates Agency Resources Funding Opportunities

Presidential Proclamation On April 22 nd, the Administration released a Presidential Proclamation on suspending entry for certain immigrants applying for immigrant visas. • • The Proclamation will be implemented by the State Department and the Department of Homeland Security. It applies to certain applicants for lawful permanent residency, or green cards, who are applying at a consular post abroad and are not exempt. • The proclamation applies to noncitizens who: • Are outside the United States as of 11: 59 p. m. ET on April 23, 2020; • Do not have a valid immigrant visa as of 11: 59 p. m. ET on April 23, 2020; and • Do not have a valid travel documents such as Advance Parole, Boarding Foil or Transportation Letter. • For more information, see CLINIC’s summary. CLINIC Updates

Upcoming DACA Decision from SCOTUS The Supreme Court’s decision on the DACA program is expected to come out in the next couple of weeks. Back in November 2019, the Supreme Court heard arguments on whether or not the Trump Administration’s efforts to terminate the DACA program was legal. The court is expected to issue a decision on the case in the next upcoming months, most likely between April and June. When the decision is announced, USCCB will have resources ready for your use to advocate to protect Dreamers. Please SAVE THE DATE for a JFI webinar at 2 PM Eastern on the day after the SCOTUS decision is issued. For more information, visit CLINIC’s DACA Page for practitioner and community resources. CLINIC/USCCB Updates

US-Mexico Partial Border Closing On March 20, 2020, the Administration announced the partial closure of the US-Mexico border citing efforts to curtail the spread of COVID-19. USCCB Updates As a part of the closure, the U. S. and Mexico only allowed border crossings of people connected to essential services, such as food, fuel, and healthcare. Also included in the closure was the suspension of processing asylum seekers and unaccompanied children. Read USCCB’s new FAQ on the President's Partial Border Closing order due to COVID-19 to learn more about the situation, who is affected, and what are the possible outcomes (en Español).

USCCB Letter Regarding Care for Detainees and UACs During the COVID-19 Crisis On April 14, 2020, Bishop Mario E. Dorsonville, Auxiliary Bishop of Washington and Chairman of the USCCB's Committee on Migration, sent a letter to Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security with recommendations regarding immigrant detainees and unaccompanied children to help with greater protection during COVID-19. To learn more about USCCB detention recommendations regarding COVID-19 please see our Detention Guidelines. Also available en Español. Call for Release of Non-Violent Immigrant Detainees Bishop Mark J. Seitz of the Diocese of El Paso recently issued a statement, asking Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to release nonviolent migrants from ICE detention centers. Bishop Seitz stated the release of non-violent detainees is a matter of public health to protect migrants and law enforcement personnel, but also a matter of faith, "to welcome the stranger with compassion. " USCCB Statement Updates CCUSA SOCIAL POLICY UPDATES

Immigration Updates U. S. Government to Delay Implementation of Housing Rule On April 8 th, the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) told a Manhattan federal court that it will delay implementation of a new rule that blocks mixed-status families -families comprised of both undocumented immigrants and U. S. citizens or lawful permanent residents- from subsidized housing. HUD will delay the rule's implementation until at least July 1 st. Currently, mixed status families that include citizens or certain legal immigrants can qualify for subsidized housing, even if the leaseholder is ineligible for housing benefits. Delays on Additional COVID-19 Assistance USCCB Senators’ return this week will open up possible discussions about further coronavirus relief packages. As a reminder, USCCB’s Migration-Related Asks for a possible COVID-19 Package backgrounder is posted on the JFI website. Updates

COVID-19 Resources for Service Providers Refugee Council put together resources for refugee, community members, and resettlement workers on COVID-19 and relief efforts. View the resource here. Grantmakers Concerned with Refugees and Immigrants is closely monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak, with a focus on how it is impacting immigrants and how philanthropy is addressing that impact. View the resource here. Small Business Association authored a resource on how to apply for funds through The Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act. Learn more about applying for the funds here. Care. Portal: Disaster Relief Platform is an online platform built to support a counter-surge of care in this time of crisis. Care. Portal brings critical needs of hurting children, adults, elders and under-employed in your community to your attention. Caseworkers uncover the needs. Care. Portal makes local churches aware, giving responders a real-time opportunity to help. Learn more about Care. Portal here and about the Disaster Relief Platform here.

COVID-19 Resources for Immigrants Switchboard put together a resource on Supporting Clients During Times of Economic Hardship: Accessing Unemployment Insurance Benefits, View the resource here. Refugee. Info USA Facebook Page was launched to help refugees and immigrants in the U. S. to navigate the COVID-19 crisis, providing trustworthy, clear, and relevant information. the Refugee. Info USA Facebook page will offer updates and critical one-on-one support to refugees in the U. S. who need help to access healthcare, secure food, file for unemployment insurance, and understand other benefits for which they may be eligible. From the page, IRC moderators will share content and respond to direct messages within one business day or less. Through direct messaging, the team of moderators hope to serve as virtual information counselors. View the resource here. i. America put together resources concerning immigrant worker rights, undocumented workers, and health care rights. View the page here. Illinois Coalition of Immigrant and Refugee Rights collected educational resources from deportation defense workshops, immigrants' rights training sessions, and shared by partner organizations. View the resources here.

What’s Happening in May FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES The Foundation for Financial Planning 2020 Grants. Deadline: June 1 st, 2020 The Foundation for Financial Planning is accepting grant applications from nonprofit organizations whose programs link pro bono financial planners to people in need. Programs should include one-on-one engagements between Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) professionals and pro bono clients, and help people who are underserved by the market and could not ordinarily access quality, ethical financial advice. Grants are generally in the range of $5, 000 to $40, 000. Learn more about eligibility and how to apply here.

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES Opportunity Challenge Deadline: May 26, 2020 The World Education Services (WES) Mariam Assefa Fund and the Tarsadia Foundation announced a joint $1 million grantmaking initiative to support the success of immigrants, refugees, and their communities nationwide. The challenge will open on March 23, 2020, and grant submissions will be accepted through May 26, 2020. We have assembled an inspiring group of experts, community leaders, and social entrepreneurs to help us identify a shortlist of semi-finalists from which we will select seven finalists to receive grants of up to $200, 000. You can find additional details about the challenge, the selection committee members, challenge timeline, and more on the Fund’s website. The press release is here. Partner with PIF: Request for Proposals Deadline: December 2020 The Protecting Immigrant Families, Advancing our Future (PIF) Campaign – a collaborative project between the Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP) and the National Immigration Law Center (NILC) – is now inviting proposals from community-based non-profit organizations. In light of the implementation of the public charge regulations and current public health crisis, the PIF Campaign seeks applications that would build capacity to mitigate harm and empower immigrant communities to fight fear with facts. Preference will be given to organizations and coalitions wellpositioned to directly interface with immigrant communities. View the proposal here.

WEBINARS AND TRAININGS Understanding the CARES Act: COVID-19 Benefits for Refugees and Asylees RUSA / We Are All Americans / NPNA– Recorded Webinar On March 27, 2020, Congress passed the CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act). In addition to providing direct support to individuals and families, the CARES Act also benefits small businesses and nonprofits. Learn how to apply for "forgivable loans" (grants) to ensure our refugee-owned businesses and refugeeserving nonprofits stay financially stable during the pandemic. Refugee Council USA, We Are All America and National Partnership for New Americans hosted a webinar to ensure refugees, asylees, and the organizations that serve them understand the available benefits. View the recording here. COVID-19: The Impact of U. S. Government Relief on Immigrants Charity. How. To– Recorded Webinar Grant professionals are used to having to adapt to change even when there are plans in place. The current environment nonprofits find themselves in as a result of the coronavirus is another situation where we as grant professionals (and the grant teams we facilitate) need to adapt to change. During this Nonprofit Webinar you will learn how to communicate with grantmakers during times of crisis. View the recording here. Immigration Detention During the COVID-19 Pandemic: What Is Happening and How You Can Help Immigrant Justice Campaign – Recorded Webinar Watch Immigrant Justice Campaign’s webinar recording to learn about what is happening in immigration detention centers and immigration courts around the country during the COVID-19 pandemic, and what you can do to help. View the recording here.

WEBINARS AND TRAININGS COVID-19 Impact on Migrants Justice for Immigrants– Recorded Webinar On Friday, April 24 th, JFI hosted a webinar on COVID-19 and how it impacts relief for migrants and their families. It featured speakers from Network, CCUSA, CHA, and USCCB/MRS. Check out the webinar recording here and the slides here. CFPB Webinar Featuring Multilingual Resources for Consumers Consumer Financial Protection Bureau – May 19, 2020 at 1 PM EST This 60 -minute webinar will showcase the CFPB’s resources for limited English proficient communities. CFPB will highlight our multilingual materials pertaining to the COVID-19 pandemic and Disaster Preparedness and Recovery, including information about how to access relief under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, which Congress passed to minimize the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether someone has experienced a loss of income or are targeted by a scammer, we have resources to help them remain protected during this difficult time. Add the webinar to your calendar here. Mental Health in a Time of COVID-19 Webinar Series: Preparing Leaders to Address the Challenges The Partnership Center – Recorded Webinar The outbreak of COVID-19 has placed overwhelming stress on people, communities, and our nation. Fear and anxiety about an unseen disease can provoke strong emotions in adults and children. This webinar will help you understand what research tells us may be coming, the perspective of mental health professionals in this moment, and what faith leaders are preparing to address. View the recording here.

WEBINARS AND TRAININGS La Vida Durante la Pandemia del COVID The Partnership Center – Recorded Webinar Los expertos de los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades de Estados Unidos les dieron a conocer las ultimas noticias del coronavirus (COVID-19). El seminario virtual, patrocinado en conjunto con el Centro para Iniciativas de Fe y Oportunidades (Partnership Center) del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos de los Estados Unidos, les dio información importante y actualizada sobre la transmisión y detección del COVID-19, y cómo mantener seguros a sus familiares, a sus amigos y a su comunidad. Hablamos sobre cómo se pueden preparar para el futuro y les enseñaramos como informarse de manera veraz y confiable. View the recording here. Coronavirus and Nonprofit Grants: Tactics and Strategies to Help You Adapt Charity. How. To– Recorded Webinar Grant professionals are used to having to adapt to change even when there are plans in place. The current environment nonprofits find themselves in as a result of the coronavirus is another situation where we as grant professionals (and the grant teams we facilitate) need to adapt to change. During this Nonprofit Webinar you will learn how to communicate with grantmakers during times of crisis. View the recording here. Immigration Detention During the COVID-19 Pandemic: What Is Happening and How You Can Help Immigrant Justice Campaign – Recorded Webinar Watch Immigrant Justice Campaign’s webinar recording to learn about what is happening in immigration detention centers and immigration courts around the country during the COVID-19 pandemic, and what you can do to help. View the recording here.

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