Here’s What California Families Should Know. The federal government’s change takes effect September 18. It gives immigration officers wider discretion to consider public-benefit use in some green-card cases—and creates new uncertainty for families deciding whether to seek food, health care, or housing assistance. The federal government has finalized a major…
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As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on what our communities made possible together. Across California, people of faith and conscience chose courage — organizing neighbors, protecting families, and building people power rooted in dignity and belonging. In 2025, together we: This is what moral courage looks like in…
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Al cerrar el 2025, reflexionamos sobre todo lo que nuestras comunidades hicieron posible juntos.En todo California, personas de fe y conciencia eligieron la valentía: organizando a sus vecinos, protegiendo a las familias y construyendo poder popular arraigado en la dignidad y el sentido de pertenencia.En 2025, juntos: Así se ve…
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Grounded in faith and compassion, PICO California invites communities to take action — by donating food and hygiene items, volunteering at local food pantries, or helping spread the word about available resources for those in need. Busca un banco de alimentos cerca de ti y conoce cómo puedes ayudar. Con…
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When families are targeted, our communities respond with love and protection. Below is a list of California Rapid Response Hotline Numbers — including from PICO California federations within our statewide network. These numbers are vital tools to help defend immigrant neighbors facing ICE enforcement. If you or someone you know…
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In Southern California, where the coalition seems to be thriving, multi-faith advocacy organization PICO California has dispatched affiliated groups to aid undocumented farmworkers on the verge of starvation. At PICO California, we believe in the power of education, community, and faith to drive change and safeguard the dignity of all Californians. Together,…
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español abajo California’s Attorney General Rob Bonta made an announcement on Oct 3, 2025 via Facebook post that could have a BIG impact on the upcoming June 2nd Primary Election. Here is a link to the latest press release: LINK “Due to recent United States Postal Service (USPS) changes, mail-in…
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Following federal pressure and rising costs, faith leaders urge state to protect seniors, the disables, and immigrant health care and lead with moral courage Faith leaders across the state are raising deep concern over Governor Newsom’s proposal to cut Medi-Cal funding and make it harder for undocumented Californians to access…
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“We’re educating across the state—our congregations, our communities—making sure people understand their rights, not just with immigration enforcement but with law enforcement as well.” – Eddie Carmona, Director of Campaigns, PICO California. In his recent interview with KTVU Channel 2 Bay Area, Eddie highlighted the critical work being done across…
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