"The 7 million immigrants without authorization to work in the United States make up just over 4 percent of the country's labor force, but account for at least 12 percent of workers in construction, 10 percent in hotels, and 8 percent in restaurant and foodservice — among the hardest hit sectors in the pandemic, according to an analysis of 2018 Census data by New American Economy. The report shows that undocumented immigrants also make up 14 percent of agricultural workers and 7 percent of home health aides, two industries considered critical to the health of the U.S. economy and its citizens during the coronavirus crisis.

Unlike many American workers, undocumented immigrants can't count on the social safety net if they lose their jobs or get sick. Most do not have health insurance or access to paid sick leave — putting them and the people they encounter at risk. Most aren't eligible for unemployment insurance or the cash payments included in the $2 trillion relief package Congress passed last month — even if they pay taxes or their children are U.S. citizens.

'Many of the undocumented, working in construction, restaurants, and other service sectors, have already lost their jobs. Others, in industries like agriculture and health care that have been declared essential, work in jobs that typically require close quarters or interacting with the public, putting them at higher risk of getting sick."
"Undocumented workers among those hit first — and worst — by the coronavirus shutdown" - An article featured on Washington Post, by Tracy Jan on
April 4, 2020 at 4:20 p.m. EDT

On Wednesday, April 15, Governor Gavin Newson announced the first disaster relief fund for undocumented immigrants. California will be giving $125m fund to support immigrants who comprise 10% of the state's workforce.

Our goal is to pressure local representatives to create initiatives to help immigrants that are not eligible for unemployment and federal stimulus support.

Help them get the assistance they need.

''Regardless of your status, documented, or undocumented, there are people in need.'' - Governor Gavin Newson