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California’s economy is suffering due to a severe labor shortage, yet many of LifeSTEPS’ immigrant individuals and families have work permits but not legal status. Often, their children who are U.S. citizens, are educated and taught the core work values that make this country great. Immigrant families want the democracy, equality and rights of the American Dream, and the opportunity to prosper and succeed in this country. We have viable residents with work permits who want to thrive, knowing that hard work provides financial and social stability for families and children.

LifeSTEPS’ Immigration Assistance Fund helps our residents reach their full potential by establishing and maintaining financial stability.  We do this by providing assistance with fees related to the U.S. citizenship application and renewals processes including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA); coordinating legal assistance; helping our residents access and complete permanent residence applications; promoting access to citizenship classes; and assisting with securing and renewing work permits. Additionally, the Fund provides our immigrant residents with emergency assistance for food, transportation, rent, utility bills and medical appointments.

LifeSTEPS is committed to fostering inclusion and equity for all residents. Assisting residents with the citizenship process allows them to become full participants in the workplace, their communities and our economy.  According to the U.S. Census Bureau, one in six workers is an immigrant (approximately 17 percent of the U.S. labor force). Given the current labor shortage in California and across the country, immigrants are critical to boosting our workforce.

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If you prefer to make your donation by check, please make checks payable to LifeSTEPS and mail to:

LifeSTEPS
3247 Ramos Circle
Sacramento, CA 95827

IRS Tax ID: 33-0720982

Partnership for HOPE Fund

The Partnership for HOPE was established in 2011 via a partnership between LifeSTEPS and AMCAL Multi-Housing. The HOPE Fund provides financial assistance to residents of AMCAL communities so that they can establish self-sufficiency, break the cycle of poverty, and forge a hope for the future. The priorities of the Partnership for HOPE are:

• Higher education scholarships for deserving individuals
• Fortify housing stability by providing safety net services during financial crises
• Provide youth with opportunities to develop leadership skills through education & special projects
• Empower adults to lead more sustainable lives by improving their employability

If you prefer to make your donation by check, please make checks payable to LifeSTEPS, write “HOPE” on the memo line, and mail to:

LifeSTEPS
3247 Ramos Circle
Sacramento, CA 95827

IRS Tax ID: 33-0720982

J.B. Brown Fund

Established in 2011, the J.B. Brown Fund is a partnership between LifeSTEPS and USA Properties Fund, Inc. that empowers residents of USA Properties Fund communities to create self-sufficiency and lead a better quality of life. Together, we’ve raised over $1.5 million, with every dollar going to help individuals, families and seniors in need.

The priorities for the J.B. Brown Fund are:

• To provide residents financial assistance and education to help them remain in their homes during a crisis, with an emphasis on housing stabilization.
• To provide essential client assistance with a focus on supporting mental health, particularly for older adult residents.
• To provide youth sports scholarships to help residents learn the values and skills only sports can teach.
• To provide scholarships so that residents can improve their lives by attending an accredited university, vocational, or trade school.

In addition, starting in 2022, a portion of each donation to the JB Brown Fund will be allocated towards advocacy for sustainable services to help low-income seniors age in place at home regardless of age, finances, or ability.

In 2016, LifeSTEPS and USA Properties Fund collaborated on a pilot program to help low-income seniors age in place by providing a Registered Nurse at several USA Properties Fund affordable communities. This allowed residents to access needed healthcare services at low cost, steps away from their door.

While the pilot RN program earned an award from HUD for its innovation, it was ultimately unsustainable due to the lack of a stable funding source. The JB Brown Fund remains committed to fostering sustainable advocacy to address challenges which prevent older adults from aging in the comfort of their home and communities.

If you prefer to make your donation by check, please make checks payable to LifeSTEPS, write “J.B. Brown Fund” in the memo line, and mail to:

LifeSTEPS
3247 Ramos Circle
Sacramento, CA 95827

IRS Tax ID: 33-0720982

*If you are interested in making a donation toward the Robert Clark Trade School Scholarship in memory of Robert Clark, please write “J.B. Brown Fund – Robert Clark” in the check’s memo line. If you prefer to make an online donation for this initiative, please select “J.B. Brown Fund – Robert Clark Trade School Scholarship” under Donation Designation.