... year in the fight for immigrant and refugee justice. GCIR, movement leaders, and our partners in philanthropy have ... GCIR doubled-down this year on developing programming, resources, and partnerships that reflect our dedication to ... Over three days, we explored how to leverage philanthropic resources in support of people who move, enjoyed meaningful ...
December 17, 2024
Blog Post
... threat to our nation and to our immigrant communities, GCIR remains steadfast in our commitment to advancing justice ... we know that the philanthropic sector holds significant resources and positional power that must be leveraged now in ... photovs on iStock , is licensed under standard license. GCIR Statement on the 2024 Presidential Election ...
November 6, 2024
Statement
... perspectives. In this episode of our Amplify podcast, GCIR President Marissa Tirona speaks with Maria ... organizing capacity on the ground, and all the extra resources that it takes to do this with people that have been ... so many different ways in their community, and they need resources, they need investment. But that also means that we ...
March 27, 2025
GCIR Blog Series
Looking back on the first year of the Biden administration, we remember that there was initially great promise and early progress toward advancing immigrant justice and restoring immigrant rights. The administration began by undoing many of the Trump administration’s racist and draconian immigration policies, including fortifying Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), rescinding the Muslim Ban, and ending government funding of a border wall. Yet, recent actions taken by the current administration, such as expelling Haitian migrants and increasing the number of immigrant detainees during a worldwide pandemic, continue to negatively impact communities.
January 24, 2022
Commentary
Dear Colleagues: Marissa Tirona, GCIR 250x250px.jpg I’ve always looked forward to Election ... who believe in sustained investment in community resources, a humane immigration system, and workers’ rights ... and the continued use of migrants as political pawns, more resources must be moved to support these communities at the ...
November 11, 2022
President's Message
Resource from Bolder Advocacy that details actions private foundations can take given a contested election.
November 10, 2020
Philanthropic News
... on conversations with a cross-section of field leaders, GCIR urges philanthropy to take the following actions: ... to receive and resettle refugees, and more. Also expand resources for education, workforce development, health care, ... thrives no matter who they are or where they were born. GCIR stands ready to partner with philanthropy to advance ...
November 10, 2020
Statement
... beginning saves both the applicant and the agency time and resources.”) Likewise, forms expire with little or no ... that the next president “would pour the same energy and resources into the immigration agenda as the Trump ... even if he loses, dismantling his legacy will take time, resources and political capital from Trump’s successor — ...
November 10, 2020
News Article
CBS News article outlining the Biden Administration's plans on immigration.
November 11, 2020
News Article
Center for American Progress' recommendations on policy changes the incoming Biden Administration can make.
December 2, 2020
Commentary
Threats against foundations and nonprofits supporting immigrant rights, the Black Lives Matter movement, and other progressive causes are on the rise, prompting some donors to pour more money into helping organizations and leaders stay safe.
October 22, 2020
Philanthropic News