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COVID-19 救济 WA Health Plan Expansion for DACA Recipients People with certain immigration statuses now qualify for more savings Due to a recent federal change , Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients and other people with qualifying immigration statuses can now access increased federal savings through Washington HealthplanfinderTM as of Nov. 1, 2024. These savings significantly lower costs for most — many customers can find a health plan for less than $10 per month. Who qualifies? Immigration statuses include: DACA recipients Valid nonimmigrant visa-holders People with a pending application for adjustment of status People granted employment authorization Family Unity Program beneficiaries Special Immigrant Juveniles with approved petitions Certain asylum applicants under age 14 How can someone get their new savings? Any household member affected by the recent change needs to select “Yes” to the question, “Is this household member lawfully present in the U.S.?” in their Washington Healthplanfinder application. Those who may be affected (current customers and people who recently applied to Washington Healthplanfinder) were notified of the change in their preferred language. Assisters are also reaching out to people with qualified statuses who they previously helped. DACA+_Savings_Fact_Sheet_101124-images-0 DACA+_Savings_Fact_Sheet_101124-images-1 DACA+_Savings_Fact_Sheet_101124-images-0 1/2 To sign up for coverage or update an existing application: Contact a trained, trusted local assister by visiting Washington Healthplanfinder’s “Support in Your Area” page to find help. Call Washington Healthplanfinder’s Customer Support Center at 1-855-923-4633 (TTY/TDD: 1-855-627-9604). Language assistance is available in more than 200 languages. Go online; visit wahealthplanfinder.org . When does someone need to act to get these savings? People who sign-up or update their application by Oct. 15, will have coverage with the additional savings starting Nov. 1. If they act by Nov. 15, coverage with the additional savings will start Dec. 1. An existing special enrollment period is available for people who gain citizenship/lawfully presence. (Enter 11/1/2024, as date gained.) People can also sign up or update their application during open-enrollment (Nov. 1–Jan. 15). People who sign up or update their application by Dec. 15 will have coverage with the additional savings starting Jan. 1. People who sign up or update their application by Jan. 15, will have coverage with the additional savings starting Feb. 1. Visit WA Health Plan Finder Request a Clinic for your Community Read About the DACA Updates Quarterly Health Updates For more information What has changed with Medicaid? Medicaid has provided vital health care to over 80 million Americans, including children, seniors, people with disabilities, and many within our AANHPI communities. In Washington State alone, nearly 2 million people rely on Apple Health (the state's Medicaid program). On July 4th, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed, cutting almost $1 trillion from Medicaid. The Bill also curtails provider taxes, meaning states have to make a difficult choice: make cuts to other services (such as education) or raise taxes, or make even deeper cuts to Medicaid. Governor Ferguson's office estimates at least 250,000 Washingtonians will lose Medicaid Coverage . Read the Health Care Authority report below for more information. Read about Medicaid changes Programs to Help with Cash, Food, and Housing Someone in your family may be eligible for the following resources, offered by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS): Cash, Food & Medical Assistance Temporary Assistance for Needy Families You can apply to these DSHS programs online via Washington Connections, by phone at (877) 501-2233, or in person at your local Community Services Office. If you applied online, your next step would be completing an interview either via phone at 877-501-2233, or in person at your local Community Services Office. To get help in a language other than English, you should call (800) 797-0617, Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM. If you get a recording, please leave a message with your phone number and the language you speak and they will call you back with an interpreter. 获得我们的助推器以改善健康 COVID-19 Updates For the latest information on the available COVID vaccine clinics for Thurston County visit: The Department of Health's website to sign up for a vaccine appointment The Thurston County Public Health's website The Thurston County Public Health's Facebook The Department of Health's Covid-19 website AANHPI language vaccine videos presented by Crossing TV Washington Department of Health: Vietnamese Washington Department of Health: Tagalog Washington Department of Health: Japanese 口服治疗 滑动浏览更多语言！ 1/5 基于语言的 Covid 资源和建议 随着 COVID-19 指南的变化，卫生部正在积极努力将更新的内容翻译成 40 种语言（包括许多 AANHPI）。 访问翻译版本： 访问 https://doh.wa.gov/emergencies/covid-19/resources-and-recommendations 找到屏幕右上角的棕色矩形，该矩形以页面的当前语言为特色，并带有一个指示下拉菜单的箭头。 从下拉菜单中选择箭头和您的首选语言。 以所选语言提供的翻译后的 COVID-19 指南将填充页面。 DOH released 本周以下文件的翻译版本，可在 DOH 网站上找到： 非医疗保健机构和公众的症状决策树 (PDF) 如果您可能接触到 COVID-19 患者该怎么办 (PDF) 如果您的 COVID-19 检测呈阳性该怎么办 (PDF) 面向父母和监护人的基于语言的 COVID 儿科疫苗资源 资源有以下语言版本： English , Spanish , Amharic , Arabic , Chinese ,_cc781905-5cde- 3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ Hmong , Japanese , Korean , Lao ,S omali , Vietnamese ,_cc781905-5cde-3194 -bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ Hindi , Nepali , Punjabi, Tamil , Telugu , 乌尔都语 , 泰语 这是社区生成的有关 COVID 儿科疫苗和一些一般 COVID 疫苗信息的信息列表。请注意，链接由社区成员共享，未经审核翻译准确性，请谨慎选择提供给家庭的资源。 在此处查看资源 COVID-19 对亚洲人的影响和注意事项 亚裔美国人 COVID-19 经验报告 by 纽约大学亚裔美国人健康研究中心 (CSAAH) 教育、交流和外展资源 华盛顿州亚太裔美国人事务委员会 COVID-19 资源 COVID-19 Resources in Vietnamese by PIVOT : Viet Fact Check and VietCOVID.org . SEARAC COVID-19 越南语资源 由东南亚资源行动中心 (SEARAC) 编译。 苗族 COVID-19 疫苗交流工具包：Cov Qauv Lus Siv Tau Rau Tej Pej Xeem Zej Zog thiab Koom Haum Kev Ntseeg 东南亚侨民 COVID-19 资源中心 亚太岛民联盟倡导共同资源 COVID-19 疫苗 PSA 尼泊尔西雅图协会 . 尼泊尔西雅图协会的视频公共服务公告鼓励接种疫苗 对于难民和移民社区 为移民和难民建立对 COVID-19 疫苗信心的讨论指南 (PDF) 国家难民、移民和移民社区资源中心翻译资源图书馆 COVID-19 疫苗 101 网络研讨会：为与难民、移民和移民社区合作的人员提供指导 Kanon 杂志在第 50-51 页上与值得信赖的宗教社区领袖和华盛顿大学分子和细胞生物学博士候选人安德烈·舒瓦里科夫 (Andrey Shuvarikov) 一起查看有关 COVID-19 相关疫苗主题和犹豫的俄罗斯问答。 来自受人尊敬的社区成员 Tara Jones 博士的标题 Avval 文章 | 波斯语 | 英语 推荐和资源页面（按 36 多种语言过滤） 华盛顿团结移民网络 COVID-19 疫苗了解您的权利 (PPTX)（社交媒体帖子） 华盛顿团结移民网络 COVID-19 疫苗了解您的权利一页纸 (PDF) | 西班牙语 Somali Health Board – COVID-19 Hub | Somali | English

活动 Join us on May 23, 2026 as we share the stories, cultures, and contributions of our Asian, Native Hawai'ian, and Pacific Islander American (AANHPI) community Savor the sights and sounds and join us to celebrate the AANHPI Heritage Month! The Asian Pacific Islander Coalition of South Puget Sound, in partnership with the City of Olympia, and local community organizations invite all to join us in celebration of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage and cultures. We will have food vendors, performances, resources, and activities for the entire family. The mission of this event is to highlight Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American communities, cultures, traditions, and experiences. This event will be held on May 23, 2026 at South Puget Sound Community College. If you are interested in helping coordinate or volunteering for our Heritage Month in the future, please c ontact us at apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com Stay tuned for volunteer opportunities Your support will help celebrate and uplift the diverse cultures and contributions of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in the South Puget Sound area. 1 to 5 hours of time commitment We are asking for volunteers who can offer their help from a minimum of 1 hr to 5 hr. You’re welcome to sign up based on your availability and still get to enjoy the event! APIC SPS will offer a designated room for breaks and snacks for our volunteers! Choose from a variety of roles We have many roles for our volunteers to choose from! Ranging from logistical support to stage coordination. You are welcome to try something new or contribute your skills to the AANHPI community. An opportunity to learn about the community! You will have an unique opportunity to meet and learn from amazing community members through working together. Community Service Hours are available for those who need them. Interested in joining us as a volunteer for this event? Sign up at the link below! Link to be shared! Getting to the AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration The event will be at South Puget Sound Community College. We will include a map and parking directions soon. Join us! Whether you join us as a community member, vendor, or volunteer, we are excited to have you! Vendor and performance applications close on April 21, 2026. Learn More and Register PXL_20230520_212657081_edited IMG_0703_edited PXL_20230520_181424521 PXL_20230520_212657081_edited 1/79 Look at the vendors, performances, and activities we had at the event in 2023! Photos courtesy of Alicia Hall Crowley and video courtesy of the City of Olympia.

活动 Register Policies Contact Us May 23, 2026 at South Puget Sound Community College AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration Vendors and Performers The Asian Pacific Islander Coalition of South Puget Sound, in partnership with the City of Olympia and the Evergreen State College and local community organizations, invite all to join us in celebration of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American heritage and cultures. The mission of this event is to highlight Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American communities, cultures, traditions, and experiences. This event is free and open to all. Look at the vendors, performances, and activities we had at the event in 2024! Application Deadline: April 21, 2026 Vendor, Resource, and Program Applications are open! Arts and Crafts Vendor The AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration showcases all types of handmade arts and activities! Show and sell your handmade products with us this year! Arts and Crafts Applications Resource and Info Tables Are you with a non-profit organization that wants to reach a broader audience? Find out how we can collaborate by hosting a resource and information table. Resource and Info Table Application Workshops Let's celebrate our heritage by learning about various cultures and traditions! Ready to host a workshop at the event? Register here if you're interested in teaching attendees through crafts, art, and more! Workshop Application Food Vendor Want to share your delicious cultural or ethnic foods with our attendees? Sign up here! Food Vendor Applications Program or Performance Are you excited to showcase your talents and activities with an engaged audience? This event may be perfect for you! Please join us! Program or Performer Application Volunteer Want to help create an unforgettable event for our AANHPI community? Help as a volunteer on the day of our event with a flexible schedule! You can choose if you want to help with logistics, stage coordination, or more! Volunteer Registration Vendor Applications Vendor Policies Set Up Approved applicants will get detailed information for set-up prior to the event. Set up times will be the day of. A table and chairs will be provided based on your application. Vendors are responsible for other furnishings (tablecloth, additional chairs, display, etc.). See the online registration form for more pricing information. Electricity Limited electricity is available upon request. Please bring your own extension cord. Extension cords are not available for rent or purchase on site. Vendor Policies Contact Us Do you have questions about becoming a vendor or performer? Fill out the form below or contact us at apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com . Contact Us 提交 感谢提交！

社区外展 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebrations The Asian Pacific Islander Coalition of South Puget Sound, in partnership with local organizations including the City of Olympia and Evergreen State College, has hosted an annual event celebrating Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American cultures. These gatherings feature a mix of food vendors, live performances, and family-friendly activities, offering something for everyone. The goal of these AA NHPI Heritage Month events is to highlight and honor the diverse cultures, traditions, and experiences of the Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American communities across the region. These events are free and open to the public. Keep an eye out for vendor, volunteer, and attendee opportunities each year! 2025 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration (Highlight Video) 播放影片 2025 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration (Full Video) 播放影片 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration 2024 (Long Version of Performances) 播放影片 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration 2024 (Highlight Clip) 播放影片 AANHPI Heritage Month Videos 立即觀看 分享 整個頻道 此影片 Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr 複製連結 複製的連結 分享 關閉 Race Dialogues Social change begins with self-examination and requires exchanges, dialogues, and civic engagement to actively cultivate an anti-racist community. APIC SPS is committed to the quest of making meaningful social change by inviting the community to come together for skill-building and conversation to better understand and address the racism that exists within our community. View some of our past Race Dialogue events including: Bridging Divides Through Effective Communication Change the Dynamics: What's Power Got to Do With It Racial Disparities in the Criminal Legal System and its Impact on Democracy APIC SPS Race Dialogue 2025 播放影片 Change the Dynamics: What's Power Got to do With It (2024 Race Dialogue) 播放影片 March 2022 Race Dialogue 播放影片 Race and Civic Engagement Dialogue 播放影片 Race Dialogues 立即觀看 分享 整個頻道 此影片 Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr 複製連結 複製的連結 分享 關閉 11/8 Thurston County Homebuying Expo Thank you for those who came out to the Thurston County Homebuying Expo on November 8th at the Lacey Community Center! We learned about resources to make your dream of becoming a homeowner come true. There were workshops and resource tables. APIC SPS is a co-sponsor of this free and public event. homebuying1 1homebuying Homebuying homebuying1 1/4 Thurston Forward: A DEI Summit for Progress We had a wonderful conversation during our May DEI Summit! This event fostered collaborative action among community leaders and individuals who are passionate about making a difference. We invited all who live, work, study, or play in Thurston County and are committed to advocating for marginalized groups to come together and take part in solutions. This summit was an opportunity to engage with others who share a vision for a more inclusive, equitable, and just community. Check back on our events page in the future to get involved for our 2026 DEI Summit! 文化工作坊 APIC-SPS 在每个月的第二个星期六举办文化研讨会。转到我们的活动选项卡以获取有关下一个活动的信息！

我们的任务 亚太岛民联盟 (APIC) 是一个全州社区组织网络，致力于为所有亚洲和太平洋岛民提供种族和经济正义，声援黑人、棕色和土著社区。 亚太岛民联盟 (APIC) 是在 1996 年福利改革法案显着影响并降低了非公民获得公共援助计划的联邦资格之后成立的。在认识到需要集体发声来倡导在外国出生的亚洲和太平洋岛民 (API) 的权利和平等之后，APIC 开始游说华盛顿州立法机构解决联邦立法造成的差距。在这一遗产的基础上，每年来自金县、皮尔斯县、斯诺霍米什县、亚基马县和斯波坎县和南普吉特海湾的 APIC 分会都会聚集来自华盛顿州的移民、难民和公民，与州长、州代表和州参议员会面，以倡导对于对我们社区影响最大的问题 我们的联合主席 林克劳利 lincrowley@gmail.com 布赖恩洛克 brian_locke@comcast.net

社区外展 概要 凡在華盛頓州居住的移民，只需年滿18歲/或以上，因移民身份所限無法獲得聯邦紓困補助金或失業保險金，同時因新冠病毒疫情遇到困難，都可以申請華盛頓州COVID-19移民急難補助金。如果申請通過，您可獲得至少1,000美元的補助金。該補助金並非貸款，不用償還。您的訊息很安全，並且會受到保護：我們絕不會主動與政府或移民及海關執法局(ICE)分享此類訊息。原則上公共負擔(Public charge) 規則不適用於本基金。申請表有多種語言，我們可依照您使用的語言協助您填寫申請表。申請開放時間為2022年9月19日至2022年11月14日。一律免費申請。 如果想申請，請點擊這個網址: www.immigrantreliefwa.org 。如果需要免費的填寫申請表協助，您可聯繫網站上列出的社區組織，或致電 509-593-8393. 如果想申請，請點擊這個網址

社区外展 Bản tóm tắt Nếu bạn là người nhập cư sống ở Tiểu bang Washington, bạn không hội đủ điều kiện nhận quỹ kích thích liên bang hoặc bảo hiểm thất nghiệp do tình trạng nhập cư của bạn, và bạn đang gặp khó khăn vì đại dịch COVID-19, bạn có thể đăng ký xin Quỹ Cứu trợ Di dân COVID-19 của Washington. Nếu đơn đăng ký của bạn được phê duyệt, bạn có thể nhận được ít nhất là $1.000. Đây không phải là khoản vay, và bạn sẽ không phải trả lại bất cứ thứ gì. Thông tin của bạn được an toàn và được bảo vệ: thông tin sẽ không bao giờ được chia sẻ tự nguyện với chính phủ hoặc ICE. Quy tắc gánh nặng xã hội không áp dụng cho quỹ này. Bạn có thể đăng ký hoặc nhận trợ giúp về đơn đăng ký bằng nhiều ngôn ngữ. Thời gian đăng ký từ ngày 19 tháng 9 năm 2022 đến ngày 14 tháng 11 năm 2022. Bạn luôn được đăng ký miễn phí. Để đăng ký, hãy truy cập www.immigrantreliefwa.org . Nếu bạn muốn nhận trợ giúp miễn phí về đơn đăng ký, bạn có thể liên hệ với một trong các tổ chức cộng đồng được liệt kê trên trang web, hoặc gọi 360-499-3616. Để đăng ký, hãy truy cập

公民身份援助 公民援助 Immigration Legal Assistance Immigration Advocates has a directory of organizations that offer legal assistance for immigration. You can search through their resources at their site www.immigrationadvocates.org . There are filters to sort by location, language, types of assistance, and more. Additionally, the Fair Fight Bond Fund provides support in and outside detention through physical, emotional, linguistic, and financial assistance. This fund is an initiative of the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network (WAISN) . Contact the WAISN Deportation Defense Hotline at 844-724-3737 or bond@waisn.org . Legal Assistance Directory WAISN Fair Fight Bond Fund Know Your Rights Northwest Immigrant Rights Project has compiled several resources to help you understand your rights when interacting with various law enforcement officials and officers. It is important to be aware of your rights and the rights of fellow community members. You can also report an ICE raid in Washington State by calling the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network’s hotline (1-844-724-3737). If you are outside of Washington, contact United We Dream’s hotline at 1-444-363-1423. Know Your Rights Info The ACLU has also created an empowerment campaign to prepare for and safely defend our rights during encounters with Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE). The videos are available in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Russian, and Urdu. Immigrant Safety Plan The Immigrant Safety Plan document is a collective community resource to help parents plan for the care of their child(ren) (with or without status) in the event that a parent is unable to care for their child, particularly if the parent is detained or deported. Learn More About the Immigrant Safety Plan 公民诊所和更新 APIC SPS partnered with OneAmerica and other local organizations to offer a Citizenship Clinic on March 15th! We welcomed all those who needed assistance with citizenship applications. There were attorneys who conducted screening and a final quality review. If you know a legal permanent resident/Green Card holder who would like to take the next step and become a US citizen, please contact us and express your interest for additional assistance clinics. Please note that in order to proceed, we will need to set up clinics in advance. To prepare beforehand, learn more about OneAmerica and the requirements by visiting their website here and read about the steps below. English WNA volunteer flyer 3-15-2-25 (1) Spanish English 1/7 USCIS Resources and Forms You can visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ site for information on form fees, eligibility requirements, fee waiver eligibility, and filing requirements at https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship . To file online, follow this link: Application for Naturalization To file by mail, follow this link to the form required: Application for Naturalization You can find instructions for filing Form N-400, either on-line or by mail, by following this link: Form N-400, Application for Naturalization Nonimmigrants applying to become lawful permanent residents must now file Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status Visit USCIS Preparing for the Interview and Test Learn About U.S. Citizenship The Naturalization Interview and Test Study for the Test Check for Test Updates Citizenship Multilingual Resources Practice Civics Test Preparing for the Oath Roadmap to Citizenship guide How to waive citizenship fees for eligible applicants Citizenship Resource Center Citizenship and Naturalization How Do I Apply for Citizenship? A Guide to Naturalization 移民司法 为了让华盛顿州的 AAPI 移民过上充实、安全和健康的生活，我们需要为所有人服务的安全和支持性机构和政策，无论其移民身份如何。 为什么这很重要？ 由于 1996 年的福利改革法案，许多移民在其居住的头五年没有资格获得安全网计划，而且对公共负担的担忧阻碍了更多移民获得服务。 在居住在华盛顿州的超过 800,000 名 AAPI 人中，大约一半是在外国出生的。这包括大约 60,000 个无证 AAPI（全国约有170 万个无证 AAPI） 。 华盛顿 73% 的亚裔美国人在家中说英语以外的其他语言，其中超过 44% 的亚裔美国人说英语的程度低于“非常好”。 华盛顿约有 60,707 名亚裔美国人 (10%) 生活在贫困中，华盛顿约有 7,951 名 NHPI (17%) 生活在贫困中，这表明需要公共援助。 与主流说法相反，AAPI 群体之间存在高度的社会经济、种族和语言/文化多样性。例如，印度家庭的收入中位数为 115,105 美元，而苗族家庭的收入中位数为 53,717 美元。 为此，APIC 支持您获得免费/减少的法律帮助，并倡导以下政策建议： 扩展 LEP 途径： LEP 资金通过职业培训计划、ESL 课程和工作支持促进难民和移民的经济自给自足，为就业机会和入籍提供坚实的基础。 LEP 还为寻求健康和社会服务的老年人提供服务。 LEP Pathways 的资金在经济衰退后被削减，此后一直没有恢复到原来的数额。 增加对入籍服务的资助：华盛顿州的入籍计划通过协助入籍申请、英语和公民课程以及面试准备，帮助难民和移民成为公民。老年和残疾难民和移民是入籍计划的主要接受者。 为法律辩护基金分配资金： 根据法律，移民不能保证可以接触到律师，并且经常发现自己在没有法律代表的情况下在移民法庭上出庭。该基金对于为移民提供他们留在社区所需的适当资源和工具是必要的，无论他们是否能负担得起律师。 扩大领取失业救济金的资格： 随着历史上最大的经济危机之一迫在眉睫，无证工人同样值得获得失业保险。向所有人扩大失业救济金对于支持和提升所有移民是必要的。 保护无证移民： 随着保持华盛顿工作和法院对所有人开放的通过，我们的州政府应继续优先考虑无证华盛顿人的安全，并尽量减少联邦移民执法机构的权力和行动。这包括继续终止政府机构和移民执法机构之间的任何不当合作，增加州长赦免的权力和频率，以及终止营利性拘留中心。

社区外展 요약 워싱턴주에 거주하는 18세 이상인 이민자이고, 이민 신분 때문에 연방 재난 지원금이나 실업 수당을 받을 자격이 없으며, 코비드 19 팬데믹 때문에 어려운 시기를 겪고 있다면, 귀하는 워싱턴주 코비드 19 이민자 구제 기금을 신청할 수 있습니다. 신청이 승인되면 최소 $1,000를 받을 수 있으며, 이 지급금은 대출이 아니므로 상환할 필요가 없습니다. 귀하의 정보는 안전하게 보호되며, 절대로 정부나 ICE와 자발적으로 공유되지 않습니다. 이 기금에는 생활보호 대상자(public charge) 규칙이 적용되지 않을 것입니다. 신청서 작성은 여러 언어로 가능하며 신청서 작성을 위한 도움도 여러 언어로 제공됩니다. 신청 기간은 2022년 9월 19일부터 2022년 11월 14일까지이며, 신청은 항상 무료입니다. 신청하려면 www.immigrantreliefwa.org 를 방문하십시오. 신청에 관하여 무료로 도움을 받고 싶다면, 웹사이트에 나열된 비영리 단체 중 한 곳에 연락하거나, 844-620-1999 에 전화하십시오. 신청하려면

社区外展 Application s are now closed! Payments for $3,075 went out in the mail in February to all approved applicants. If your application was approved but you haven’t gotten your money yet, or you’re having a problem with the check or card, don’t worry! We’re still here to help. It may take a few weeks, but we will work to fix the problem and get you your money. Call our helpline at (844) 620-1999 and lea ve a message . This is what the helpline can help you with: If you haven’t received your payment, we may be able to send it again If you have moved, we may be able to send your payment to a new address If you want to know whether your application has been approved, you can find out When you call, you will be connected to an automated system, NOT a live person. You can leave a message, and someone will call you back within 10 days. How to Access the Money Get Help with Your Questions Other Place fo Support FAQ Use the links below for more information: How to access the money If your application is approved, the money will be sent as either a check or prepaid card, depending on which one you picked when you applied. It will be sent to the mailing address you provided when you applied. There are a few important things to know about how to use these: Prepaid bank card The prep aid bank card can be used anywhere that accepts debit cards. It cannot be used to withdraw cash from an ATM. You must activate your card within 90 days If your card is lost or stolen, report it right away to 844-620-1999 to get a replacement card with no fee. You can only do this before June 30, 2023. If you don’t spend all the money on the card in 12 months, there is an inactivity fee of $3.95 per month. The card will have the Washington COVID-19 Immigrant Reli ef Fund logo in the top lef t corner Check You must cash your check within 90 days of the date written on the check. The check will have the Was hington COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund logo in the top left corner If you have a bank account in your name, you can cash the check at your bank free of charge You can also cash your check at a check-cashing facility like Moneytree, but they will charge a fee If you don’t have a bank account, you can cash your check at a Chase Bank. They will charge a $10 fee, and they require you to present ID. You must show one Primary ID and one Secondary ID from the list below : Primary ID Driver’s license with photo State ID with photo Canadian driver’s license or ID card with photo Chase ATM/debit card with PIN Matricula consular card (Mexico) Mexican voter’s registration card with photo Passport with photo Human Services ID with photo Secondary ID Additional primary ID Other US federal or state-issued ID with photo Employer ID with photo Student ID with photo Employer pay stub, paycheck, or letter with your name and address Foreign National ID Bank statement (from the last 60 days) Utility bill with name and address (from the last 60 days) Bank-issued ATM / debit / credit card with signature How to Access the Money Get help with your questions Call the WIRF helpline at (844) 620-1999 and leave a message. When you call, you will be connected to an automated system, NOT a live person. You can leave a message, and someone will call you back within 10 days. This is how the helpline works: Before you call, please make sure you know your unique application number. The application number is between 5-7 numbers long, and was provided to you when you submitted your application. It’s also included in all of the text and email updates about your application. If you call from a phone number that is different from the phone number on your application, you will be asked to provide the phone number used on your application. Select the language you want. If you want to know about whether your application has been approved, press 1 to enter your application ID and the phone number from your application, and then you will get an update on your application status. If your application was approved but you haven’t received your payment, or are having a problem with it, press 2 . Follow the instructions on the phone, and leave a message. You will receive a call back within 10 days. If you are having any problems with your prepaid card (like if it was stolen or arrived with less than $3,075 on it), call Blackhawk at (833) 209-9228, and they may be able to send your card again. There are several other funds that are different from this one. Please do not call the helpline with questions about these other funds. They are run by other organizations, and we do not have information about them. If you have questions about the Working Families Tax Credit, please go to workingfamiliescredit.wa.gov . It’s not too late to apply for this tax credit! If you have questions about the Family Relief Fund for low-income families in Washington, please go to www.wafamilyrelief.org . This fund closes on March 31st. If you have questions about the King County Immigrant Relief Fund for immigrants in King County, please go to www.kingcountyrelief.org . This fund is not taking any new applications. Get Help with Your Questions Other places to get support If you want to stay updated on future immigrant support funds, immigrant enforcement in your area, and immigrant advocacy, follow Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network on Facebook (facebook.com/WAISNorg ) or text the word WAISN to 509-300-4959. Someone in your family may be eligible for the following resources, offered by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) : Cash, Food & Medical Assistance Temporary Assistance for Needy Families You can apply to these DSHS programs online via Washington Connections , by phone at (877) 501-2233, or in person at your local Community Services Office. If you applied online, your next step would be completing an interview either via phone at 877-501-2233, or in person at your local Community Services Office. To get help in a language other than English, you should call (800) 797-0617, Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM to get language assistance. If you get a recording, please leave a message with your phone number and the language you speak and they will call you back with an interpreter. Starting in April 2023, people who filed taxes can apply for Washington’s new Working Families Tax Credit . Eligible people could get as much as $1200 back from their taxes. Other Place fo Support WA COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund If you have additional questions, you can reach out to our translators below: CHINESE | 中文 12:30-2:30 pm Call (323)609-5757 VIETNAMESE | TIẾNG VIỆT 5-6 pm Call (360)499-3616 CHUUKESE 12-1 pm and 4-5 pm Call (360)972-1888 Spanish | Español 4-6 pm Call (360)941-7905 TAGALOG 1:30-3:30 pm Call (360)721-7262 FAQ Frequently asked questions Will money from this fund prevent me from getting a visa or green card in the future because of the public charge rule? No. Assistance from this fund is considered disaster relief assistance and should not be considered under the public charge rule. Receiving assistance from the fund should not impact your ability to obtain a green card or citizenship in the future. Will I have to pay this money back? Will it affect my taxes? No, the money is FREE. It is not a loan. All payments are classified as disaster relief under the IRS and should not be included as taxable income. When will I get the money? If your application is approved, you will receive at least $1,000 through a check or prepaid card between December 2022 and January 2023. Who is eligible for the WA COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund? According to the WA State Refugee Coordinator at the Department of Social and Health Services, the WA COVID-19 Immigrant relief fund is a program that is intended to serve immigrants in Washington State who did not receive the federal stimulus fund and/or are not eligible to apply to the unemployment program because of their immigration status. Refugees, people granted asylum, COFA Migrants, DACA recipients, and other people who have legal authorization to work in the United States are not eligible for the WA COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund. Having the ability to work legally in the United States means that their immigration status would not prohibit them from applying for unemployment. Afghans and Ukrainians that have been granted access to refugee assistance and public benefits programs are not eligible for the WA COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund. Is my information protected? The application is run by a private company called LiveStories, not the government. They will never voluntarily share your personal information with the government, ICE, police, your landlord, your employer, or anyone else. All information is stored securely in an encrypted format so it can’t be accessed by anyone. What is the history behind the WA COVID-19 Relief Fund? Washington COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund - previous rounds There have been several rounds of the fund from 2020 until now. • “WIRF 1” (late 2020): This was the first round of funding ($40 million). In this round, over 94,000 people applied, and 40,000 of the highest need applicants were approved for funding of $1,000 each. • “WIRF 2” (early 2021): An extra $22.6 million that was added to provide funding of $1,000 each to people who had already applied to WIRF 1 and met eligibility criteria, but had not received funding. • “WIRF 3” (mid-2021): This was another round of funding ($65 million). In this round, a new application opened in April-May 2021. Recipients got $1,000 each, and the money was sent in summer of 2021. The application period had to close earlier than expected, because of the large volume of applications. “WIRF 340” (current fund): This round of funding is for $340 million. This time, there should be enough money for most or all eligible applicants to receive money. All approved applicants will get at least $1,000, and the final amount will depend on how many people apply. How is the fund run? The fund is managed by immigrant-led community organizations across Washington State—the same people who advocated for the fund to be created. All of the organizations involved in the fund have worked for years with immigrant communities, including underserved farmworkers, low-wage workers, and immigrants who are Black, Indigenous, LGBTQIA2+, living with disabilities, and many others. Many of them are immigrant-led and they are all committed to the well-being and privacy of immigrant communities. You can see the list of community organizations at immigrantreliefwa.org/gethelp.(http://immigrantreliefwa.org/gethelp) These organizations are partnering with the Governor’s Office, the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, and an application company called LiveStories to create this fund. While the Washington State government is providing the money and oversight, they do not handle any personal information. What is LiveStories? LiveStories is an organization that built the application platform called Forward. They review the applications, and work with payment providers to send out money. They hold all personal information in a secure, encrypted format, and will never voluntarily share personal information with the government.

活动 Evergreen State College Lunar New Year Event Join the Evergreen State College as they celebrate the Lunar New Year with arts and crafts! This event is hosted by Evergreen's Chinese Class. Date: February 19 from 3 pm - 5 pm Location: Evergreen State College Sem 2 A1105 For more information, call 360-867-6239. April 18, 2026 Thurston County Homebuying Expo The Thurston County Homebuying Expo in November 2025 was a great success! We will hold another Homebuying Expo on April 18. Come learn about resources to make your dream of becoming a homeowner come true. There will be workshops and resource tables. APIC SPS is a co-sponsor of this event and encourages you to spread the word, and join us! The Expo is free and open to the public , no registration needed! 10/25/25 Navigating Change, Building Our Future We had an energizing day of growth, connection, and inspiration! We heard from BIPoC leaders in a variety of sectors who shared their stories and best practices. Participants had time to build practical leadership skills, network with mentors, peers and allies, work on community projects, and explore advocacy and civic engagement opportunities.

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