As a result of ICE activity in our South Coast community, many families are suffering in fear and isolation, often without an income provider.
We can all help by contributing food and personal care items for Humanity at Work of New Bedford to distribute.
You may also donate funds/gift cards (grocery stores) and the shopping can be done for you. Donate at https://tinyurl.com/3tzaz2zx
Most needed items: Personal care products: diapers, pull-ups and wipes; deoderant; shampoo and conditioner; toothbrushes and toothpaste; soap, body wash, loofa; hand sanitizer; hair brush, hair ties; feminine hygiene products.
Food items: Maseca (instant corn masa flour); corn meal; bulgur wheat; all purpose flour; corn flakes, frosted flakes, kids cereals; sugar; rice, jasmine rice (Goya); couscous; dry black beans/frijoles negros; dry red beaqns; dry chick peas; corn oil/aceite; olive oil; pasta; sardines; tuna; fruit juice; shelf-stable milk; chocolate powder; canned vegetables; potatoes and sweet potatoes; canned fruits; malta (soft drink); water; badia seasonings.
Drop off at Unitarian Memorial Church, 12 Greet St., Fairhaven, Wed.–Fri., 10-2; Sun., 9-12; or text 774-271-7105 to arrange a time.
Are you horrified by the way our neighbors on the South Coast are being treated by ICE?
Do you want to DO SOMETHING? Get involved and support HUMANITY AT WORK in New Bedford! We are a grassroots group pooling funds for quick disbursement to the individuals and families being impacted by ICE actions in New Bedford.
Your generous donation provides:
• Linkage to community resources that provide financial support and access to critical services, including social and educational programs, food assistance, and advocacy.
• Short-term emergency financial assistance for youth and families impacted by the loss of a family member or provider due to deportation arrest. Assistance can be used for rent, utilities, cell phone bills, and more.
• Transportation to medical appointments, school, court dates, and other needs.
• Assistance with obtaining a driver’s license and other necessary documentation/certificates.
• Advocacy for students whose education is at risk.
• Provision of in-kind household resources for youth and families.
• Financial and in-kind services that are preventative measures against deportation risk.
• Financial and in-kind support for volunteers assisting with the above activities, as well as community safety.
Donate at https://tinyurl.com/3tzaz2zx. Your donation here is not tax-deductible. These funds will go to individuals. If you wish to support the operations/programs of a local 501(c)(3), your support will surely be welcome!
Sign up to volunteer with NBIJC (New Bedford Immigrant Justice Coalition): https://form.jotform.com/261505045587055
The New Bedford Immigrant Justice Coalition (NBIJC) is New Bedford’s LUCE Hub. Humanity At Work (mutual aid) and PALS (Political and Legal Supports) are part of NBIJC.
Our vision is a greater New Bedford community that welcomes and fosters the health and wellbeing of all its members, particularly those individuals and families whose dignity, equality, or civil rights are marginalized based on immigration status. We protect and advocate for our community and we provide mutual aid.
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