Resources for Faith Communities on Immigration

We know that there is a lot of fear and concern around immigration and ICE, and we are being asked to share resources with communities in our county. We also know that faith communities are trusted partners and wanted to share resources that we’ve compiled with you to share with your congregants.

We do need to acknowledge that we cannot give legal advice, and that the majority of these resources come from non-county resources that community members have said were helpful. We encourage you to consult with local non-profits, law enforcement, and lawyers to find the best resources for your community.

For more information you can visit the Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center which outlines more resources.

Know Your Rights

CASA de Maryland: Guide in English, French, and Spanish

USAHello: 2025 Immigrant Guide to be prepared for immigration policy changes

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU): Guide in English and Spanish

Know Your Rights Cards from the National Immigrant Legal Resource Center: 

Amharic, ArabicChineseEnglishFarsiFrench, KoreanPashtoPortuguesePunjabiRussianSpanish

Family Preparedness

Two-page quick guide by National Partnership for New Americans (NPNA)

Standby Guardianship Project (English), (Español)

Preparedness Packet, United We Dream

Information About Detention

What to Do if You or a Loved One Is Detained, National Immigrant Justice Center

How to Find a Loved One After a U.S. Immigration Arrest, National Immigration Law Center

Organizations Supporting Immigrants

Hotlines

Casa de Maryland: Dial 1-888-214-6016 to report any ICE activity

County Policies and Practices