PRESS STATEMENT: Aliento announces Relief Fund for Mixed-Status Families in the State of Arizona

Reyna Montoya, Aliento

Jose Patiño, Aliento

PHOENIX, AZ. - Today, Aliento announced the Relief Fund for Mixed-Status Families in AZ!

In an effort to provide relief and support to mixed-status families, Aliento is raising $25,000 to cover costs of rent and utilities of those in need who were left out from the stimulus package. $25,000 will enable Aliento to help up to 50 families with $500 support checks for rent and/or utilities.

The Aliento team has been working around the clock to create a special tracking system and donate 100% of the fundraised money directly to mixed-status families. We have created an internal rubric to match the great need.   

Every contribution is critical in ensuring mixed-status families have a roof over their head, can keep their lights on and have food on their table. We know that economic uncertainty leads to a deterioration of mental health and affects the home ecosystem of our families.

To donate to the fund, visit this LINK.

Aliento is asking people who are part of a mixed-status/undocumented family in Arizona, or if they know anyone in Arizona who has been left out of the stimulus package have them fill out the following survey: https://bit.ly/comunidadaz 

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Aliento is a community organization that is DACA, undocumented and youth-led. We are directly impacted people and allies who are invested in the well being, emotional healing, and leadership development of those impacted by the inequalities of lacking an immigration status. 

Tags: stimulus package; mixed status families; DACA; Undocumented