Up to $4,500: Undocumented residents affected by storms to receive assistance in California
Through the Immigrant Storm Assistance Project, people will be able to obtain funds for food, housing and basic needs.
Governor Gavin Newsom announced the launch of the Storm Assistance Immigrant Assistance Project (SAI) in an effort to help people affected by the rains who, due to their immigration status, did not qualify for FEMA assistance in California.
Through SAI, people will be able to obtain funds for food, shelter and basic needs.
WHO QUALIFIES FOR SAI
All persons who were affected by the storms from December 2022 through April 2023 are eligible to apply.
In addition, interested parties must provide information on:
- That you lived or worked in a county affected by the rains.
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Proof of ineligibility for federal disaster assistance
- Have experienced hardship as a result of the storms
The California Department of Social Services has selected a number of organizations by county that will be responsible for helping people apply for financial assistance.
At this time they have not released the names of the organizations, however, they are expected to provide more information soon.
HOW MUCH MONEY YOU CAN GET
Qualifying adults will receive $1,500 and children (under age 18) will receive $500, with a maximum of $4,500 per household. A household is defined as individuals who live, shop and prepare meals together.
WHEN THE ASSISTANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE
Interested parties are expected to begin completing applications in June. The program will be available until May 31, 2024 or until all funds are exhausted.
HOW ASSISTANCE WILL BE DELIVERED
Nonprofit organizations will be responsible for providing a pre-loaded debit card or check to the applicant.
Below is a list of organizations you can contact to apply for assistance in the Bay:
- Alameda County: Catholic Charities of the East Bay
- Contra Costa County: Catholic Charities of the East Bay
- San Mateo County: Catholic Charities Archdiocese of San Francisco