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Next competitive application round pending SFY 2026-27 budget allocation; no open deadline currently posted.
California Immigration Services Funding from the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) provides $50,000 to $500,000 to qualified nonprofit organizations that deliver immigration legal services, community education, and outreach to immigrants in California. Eligible applicants must be established nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to provide or support immigration-related services.
This funding helps Californians navigate complex immigration processes, access legal representation, and understand their rights. Organizations working in underserved immigrant communities across the state are encouraged to apply. Applicants should monitor CDSS announcements for current Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) releases and deadlines.
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CDSS Programs Immigration Services Immigration Services Funding Immigration Services Funding (ISF) Program The Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) 13302-13307 authorizes the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) to fund qualified nonprofit organizations (Grantees) to provide services to immigrants residing in, or formerly residing in, the State of California.
The Immigration Services Funding (ISF) Program expands available immigration services and increases the number of immigrants receiving free, quality immigration legal services to individuals who cannot otherwise afford an attorney or legal representation.
The CDSS selects qualified Grantees to provide legal services, conduct education and outreach activities to immigrant communities, and provide technical assistance to other grantees to increase their expertise and ensure the quality of all legal services. At the discretion of the CDSS, additional services may be added.
State Fiscal Years (SFYs) 2023-2026 The CDSS’ Immigration Services Bureau (ISB) has released the award announcement of award recipients for SFY 2023-2024 for the availability of $36. 8 million for the ISF Program.
Authorized by WIC Sections 13302-13307, the ISF programs funds eligible nonprofit organizations to provide immigration services in the following four service categories: I mmigration Legal Services and Benefits , including but not limited to; Legal Consultation Services; Application Assistance for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA); Application Assistance for Naturalization, and Application Assistance for Affirmative Immigration Remedies and other immigration- related benefits, Education and Outreach for individuals and events as defined by CDSS, Legal Training and Technical Assistance , and ISF Supportive Services .
Additionally, the CDSS expanded the ISF administrative partnership with regional Program Administrators in the Los Angeles, San Diego, Bay Area, Central Valley and Inland Empire. The ISF Program service awards are allocated based on the Regional Map , listing counties by regions. SFY 2025 - 26 ISF Awarded Organizations The CDSS ISB is pleased to announce the recipients of the ISF program for SFY 2025-26.
The CDSS has awarded $36,999,090 in funding to 83 recipients. Review the SFY 2025-26 Award announcement for a list of awarded Grantees and program updates. Request For Application (RFA) The next open competitive ISF program RFA will be conducted in SFY 2026-27 and is contingent upon funds made available through the State Budget.
For questions specific to Immigration Services Funding, email ImmigrationServices@dss. ca. gov .
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Qualified nonprofit organizations authorized to provide immigration legal services, education/outreach, or training to immigrants in California. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $36,999,090 total (SFY 2025-26) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Quality Counts California (QCC) Quality Improvement Grant is sponsored by California Department of Social Services (CDSS). Provides federal Child Care and Development Fund quality improvement funds in support of local QCC consortia to raise quality of participating childcare sites. Focuses on continuous quality improvement and system strengthening for early care and education providers.
Immigration Services Funding (ISF) Program is sponsored by California Department of Social Services (CDSS). The ISF Program funds eligible nonprofit organizations to provide immigration services in California, including legal services and benefits, education, and outreach to immigrant communities. The program aims to expand available immigration services and increase the number of immigrants receiving free, quality legal assistance.