From the California Relief Assistance website -

  • The State of California will provide one-time disaster relief assistance to adult undocumented immigrants impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • This is only for adults who are ineligible for other forms of federal unemployment or pandemic related assistance, such as the CARES act or unemployment benefits.

  • You must apply with the nonprofit organization assigned to the county where you live.

  • Catholic Charities East Bay is the assigned organization for residents of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.

  • The first step is to call the toll-free number on or after Monday, May 18 after 9am.

  • You must provide information and documents to verify your identity, your address, and to show you have been impacted by COVID-19. More information is available after you call the toll-free number.

What do I need to do to apply?

  • Apply by phone beginning Monday, May 18 after 9am.

  • You must provide information and documents to verify your identity, your address, and to show you have been impacted by COVID-19. More information will be available after you call the toll-free number.

How much is the assistance?

  • An undocumented adult who qualified can receive $500 in direct assistance, with a maximum of $1000 per household. Assistance will be provided on a first come, first served basis. Please note that disaster relief application services and assistance are not guaranteed.