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October 10 , 2017 | The Valley Catholic
Thousands of Dreamers Affected by DACA Renewal Deadline
Gregory R . Kepferle , CEO of Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County , speaks with the press about the urgency for qualified Dreamers to renew their DACA applications . |
There were about 800,000 DACA ( Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals ) applicants in the U . S . and 154,000 based on U . S . immigration trends , qualified for renewal during the limited time frame imposed by the administration . The renewal deadline for DACAs – also referred to as Dreamers – with work permits that expire between Sept . 5 , and / or before March 5 , 2018 was Oct . 5 , 2017 .
In California , there were about 223,000 DACA applicants , according to the U . S . Citizenship and Immigration Services , while in Santa Clara County , there were about 4,620 eligible DACA applicants .
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Catholic Charities ’ Immigration Legal Services has served 1,500 DACA clients since 2012 . One of the largest service providers for the immigration community in Santa Clara County , Immigration Legal Services served as many Dreamers as possible by providing renewal workshops and individual consultations during the four-week deadline to renew after the administration announced plans to end the DACA program .
Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County stands with immigrants and their families . Our faith tradition leads us to support and serve the most vulnerable . Our experience working with
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immigrants , and especially youth and young adults who have been recipients of DACA , has shown us how great a contribution socially and economically these young people offer our country and communities .
Catholic Charities will continue to support immigrants by providing the most up-to-date and accurate information available regarding the White House administration ’ s decision to rescind DACA and to inform them about other potential legal remedies .
Learn more about Catholic Charities ’ Immigration Legal Services at catholiccharitiesscc . org / immigrationlegal-services .
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California Catholic Daughters of the Americas Assist Flood Victims
San Jose Court # 281 members were determined to provide some help for the people affected by the catastrophic flood that occurred earlier this year in San Jose . The members participated in several small fundraising activities to raise $ 500 to be used specifically for families forced out of their homes by this flood . A check was presented to Darren Seaton , Deputy Director of Sacred Heart Community Services , by members representing Court # 281 ,
Vice Regent Angie Carrillo , Treasurer Jessie McDonnell , Secretary Jo Ann Bjornstad , and Regent Theresa Cetani .
As California Catholic Daughters of the Americas , the group wanted to do what it could to demonstrate action of these words of Matthew 25:40 , “ Amen I say to you , whatever you did for one of these least of my brothers , you did for me .” Also , they wanted to help members of their own community through a time of great need .
In addition , as they began the new 2017-2018 year , they approved the donation of $ 200 to assist the people affected by hurricanes Harvey and Irma .
If you would like more information about this group please contact Theresa Cetani at ( 408 ) 338-5607 or Terry Ludwig at ( 408 ) 264-5154 .
We are a group of dedicated Catholic women who work under the direction of Our Lord to help others in need .
Left to right , a check was presented to Darren Seaton , Deputy Director of Sacred Heart Community Services , by members representing Court # 281 , Vice Regent Angie Carrillo , Treasurer Jessie McDonnell , Secretary Jo Ann Bjornstad and Regent Theresa Cetani .
Silicon Valley ’ s Valle Monte League Unveils Plans for 50th Anniversary ‘ Christmas Tree Elegance ’ Fundraiser
Valle Monte League , Inc ., Silicon Valley ’ s all-women non-profit that raises essential funds for local mental health agencies , announced today that its annual Christmas Tree Elegance fundraiser will move to a much larger venue to accommodate its 50th Anniversary event . The League ’ s popular champagne brunch and evening holiday party will be hosted at the Santa Clara Convention Center on Friday , Dec . 1 .
The events will both feature a silent auction , a wide array of curated gifts , a fashion show , and multiple donation drawings including a “ Sparkle Jewel ;” a 7-night stay for two at the Fairmont Pavilion Resort in Saint James , Barbados ; a “ wine tree ” and 14 exquisitely decorated Christmas trees . Enjoy unique musical entertainment by Ibiza Vibes .
“ Each year thousands of Silicon Valley couples , businesses and corporate partiers help Valle Monte League Inc . raise critical funds to support local charities . With neither the expense of an office nor paid staff , 100 percent of the League ’ s net proceeds are allocated to our mental health partners ,” explained Linda Conover , President of Valle Monte League . “ Our annual Christmas Tree Elegance events have successfully raised nearly $ 10 million over the past 49 years . We look forward to hosting even more celebrants for our 50th anniversary at our new , larger Convention Center venue .”
For more information visit www . vallemonte . org / events .