To Our Immigrant Neighbors and Friends
In the midst of current events, we want to send a message very loud and very clear: we stand in support and solidarity with our immigrant and BIPOC neighbors. We see, feel, and hear your anger, grief, fear, and disappointment. What you are experiencing and being subjected to is unjust, unfair, and undeserved. We stand with you and work to always be a safe space in our community - a space where you are always welcome.
What we are seeing our neighbors experience is continued trauma and violence, and the impact is very real. Some might struggle loudly, making your feelings and reactions known to the outside world. Others may be struggling silently, behind closed doors, with no one to witness the true impact of living through such harm. Both experiences are valid, both are real, and whichever way you may be experiencing the impact of current events are equally deserving of support, care, and community.
We are committed to community support, advocacy, anti-oppressive practices, and protecting spaces where your humanity is seen and honored. In honoring our commitment, we want to share some valuable resources and information within the local community, state, and nationwide that might be of assistance.
No words can truly encompass the reality of what our communities and fellow humans are experiencing, and we recognize words can only go so far, but we want you to know this: we stand with you, we see you, and we will be here in support of you.
Local (Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas) Resources:
Wake County Community Defense Hotline: 1-800-559-8714
Charlotte Community Defense Hotline: 704-740-7737
NC-Immigrant Solidarity Fund: https://cwsdurham.org/isf/ “provide refuge, opportunity, and hope to individuals and families fleeing persecution around the world.”
Includes financial and legal support!
DURHAM & SILER CITY - El Futuro: https://elfuturo-nc.org/services/
Various mental health resources including SUD support, case management services, various therapies, and community engagement
Statewide Resources:
Siembra: https://www.siembranc.org/about-us “...defend our communities from ICE, stop abusive policies that impact our gente, and resources to empower Latines in NC to show up and show out.”
Statewide hotline: 336-543-0353
Carolina Migrant Network: https://carolinamigrantnetwork.org/2025/03/31/know-your-right-conoce-tus-derechos/
Know your rights information
Searching for detained loved ones
Hotline to call if you spot ICE in CLT or other NC communities: (704) 740-7737
Somos Siembra: https://www.somossiembra.org/#hero
“Supporting Immigrant Families Facing ICE, Discrimination, and Urgent Community Needs in NC.”
El Pueblo - Safe Families: https://elpueblo.org/familias-seguras/
“...help immigrant families in North Carolina prepare for emergencies, including detention or deportation.”
Immigration Advocates Network: https://www.immigrationadvocates.org/nonprofit/volunteer/search?state=NC
Lists several NC organizations that have a mission to support immigrants in various ways.
ACLU of North Carolina Resource Document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eANHMLMRDj02COhdJahQ9Kl7mFvuF8dlqyvhqCW0wJY/edit?pli=1&tab=t.0#heading=h.p0zqd83h6p3u
“... resources for keeping yourself and your community safe during encounters with law enforcement, resources for employers and “sensitive locations” (e.g. schools, places of worship, hospitals) on preparing for interactions with ICE, and more.”
ACLU of North Carolina Legal Inquiry Form: https://acluofnorthcarolina.cliogrow.com/intake/fda873c463cefb8d40afc2b03cb51f3c
Provides legal support for “...violations of civil liberties and civil rights guaranteed by the Constitution and related laws…”
National Resources:
Know Your Rights cards: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lixrgTU9ve1oVItk5flkdHfxwTtjYLG1p7k64blq2-E/edit?tab=t.0
Printable and available in 56 languages
Freedom For Immigrants https://www.freedomforimmigrants.org/resources
Information/resource hub
“Resources for Individuals Facing Detention or Risk of Deportation, their Families and Loved Ones, and Advocates”
Legal Funds/Support:
Carolina Migrant Network – NC Immigrant Bond & Legal Defense Fund: https://carolinamigrantnetwork.org/
“All legal services are provided at no cost. We provide immigration legal services to individuals in removal proceedings, both detained and not detained. In addition to providing direct representation, we also host pro se clinics and assist with pro see filings of applications including asylum applications.”
NC-Immigrant Solidarity Fund: https://cwsdurham.org/isf/
Statewide, grassroots effort to provide humanitarian assistance to vulnerable immigrant families, regardless of status.
Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy’s Immigrant Justice Program (legal services, not fund) https://charlottelegaladvocacy.org/what-we-do/immigration/
“... protects low-income, non-English-speaking, Latino residents and immigrants of other national origins from exploitation. Our services are offered specifically for immigrants; however, all of our services are available to immigrants, regardless of immigration status.”
National Bail Fund Network – Immigration list: https://www.communityjusticeexchange.org/en/immigration-directory
Nationwide directory of immigrant bond funds (listed by state)
