<p>The NYSYLC was the first undocumented youth led organization in New York. They work to empower immigrant youth through leadership development, grassroots organizing, educational advancement, and self-expression. They have set up an emergency fund to support New York City undocumented youth and families whose livelihoods are being affected by COVID-19. Whether it’s from a decline in business for street vendors or being laid-off in domestic and restaurant jobs. <b>They</b> <b>are reopening their request for funds for a limited time in order to support families who may be impacted by the virus at a later time. The new form allows for easier distribution of funds. </b> <b>Please share the application below with your guidance counselors and any undocumented families in your school community. </b> Emergency Funds for Undocumented People — NYSYLC <a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nysylc.org%2Fundocufunds&data=02%7C01%7CRIngram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7Cc5689b44257740aa8e6d08d7e24dc980%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C637226696142217133&sdata=mmhwDJlhcO9Q0eRFG6TdA%2F7MAIWiKPSIKAHMYpyF8rc%3D&reserved=0">https://www.nysylc.org/undocufunds</a> Additional information for families:</p><ul><li>If they submitted a request before and were not approved they can reapply. </li><li>They are only providing one-time support at this time, so people who have already been selected should not reapply. </li><li>In order for them to process payments quicker they are now asking for additional information.</li><li>They are prioritizing single parent homes, small kids in the home, LGBTQ people, women-led homes, and people with disabilities.</li></ul>
