On May 4, 2022, the Arroyo Grande extension site was approved for Extension of Recognition!
We look forward to growing the ministry of loving our neighbors.
We look forward to growing the ministry of loving our neighbors.
The Arroyo Grande Office
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Our office is located in Grace Central Coast Church at 995 E Grand Ave, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Please call us at (805) 869-2219 to schedule an appointment.
Immigration ServicesIn partnership with Grace Central Coast Church in Arroyo Grande, CA, Immigrant Hope is providing workshops and Zoom consultations through the Santa Barbara office. We hope to officially open our extension office in Arroyo Grande in the new year.
Please call to schedule an appointment: (805) 869-2219 |
Naturalization Test TutoringIndividual tutoring in English or Spanish to help prepare immigrants for the English and Civics portion of the Naturalization test. Designed for those who will be taking their naturalization test this year.
Call us at (805) 869-2219 to reserve a spot in the program. |
Volunteer Opportunities
Paralegals
Work with clients under the supervision of Authorized Practitioners. Assist with intake interviews, collect information and input information into forms or applications. Paralegals build relationships with clients through interactions and connect clients with needed services and ministries. Paralegals are not allowed to give any immigration advice. We are willing to work with college students to offer internships for credit.
Paralegal Internships
Paralegal Interns have the same responsibilities as paralegals. In addition to these responsibilities, they have a formal agreement with their college to receive college credit for their time as a paralegal. Internships are limited to 2 semesters.
Administrative Assistant
Will receive/make general phone calls, schedule appointments, open mail, make copies, as well as input classroom attendance and volunteer hours into spreadsheets. Will record and send out monthly prayer requests to prayer partners. The administrative assistant will also complete other office tasks to support the executive director, legal staff, and volunteer coordinator. This position will also be responsible for client check-in and hospitality.
Civics or English Tutors
Will assist classroom teachers in helping their students improve their skills in speaking, reading, writing, and comprehending the English Language. Tutors will additionally help the students learn the civics and government questions that are required to become a United States citizen. In addition, tutors can choose to work one-on-one with students who are in need of extra assistance.
Volunteer Coordinator
Will be responsible to respond to requests for volunteer opportunities and direct those interested in volunteering to our website to complete the volunteer application. They will also interview volunteers, check their references, ensure client confidentiality and required paperwork is completed, and complete orientation with volunteers. The coordinator is also responsible to assign the areas each volunteer will work and to work with the director/coordinator of each area to assign volunteer days and times. They will work with the administrative assistance to ensure the tracking of volunteer time is recorded.
Grant Writers
Work with the Operations Director (OD) to search for and apply to funding bodies that are interested in the work we do at IHSB. Volunteers will learn how to write an initial Letter of Interest (LOI) to a grant maker, how to write a full grant application, and how to establish and build long-term relationships with funding bodies.
Fundraisers
Work with the OD to brainstorm, plan, and implement physical and digital fundraising events and/or campaigns. Volunteers will learn how to leverage a network of new and existing supporters to raise money for our immigration and education services at IHSB.
Media Content Creators
Work with the OD to create informative and compelling social media posts, videos, and more for IHSB's social media accounts and website. Volunteers will create content that complies with IHSB's Brand Guidelines. Sometimes, fundraising and social media volunteers will work in tandem to raise awareness for a fundraising event or campaign.
Photographer/Videographer
For a variety of needs, including events and client stories. Photographers/videographers capture moments for use on social media, online and in print
Prayer Partner
Commit themselves to pray for our clients, staff, and mission. They will receive a monthly email with specific prayer requests.
Community Connector
Connect Immigrant Hope and its services to their networks to create new partnerships, potential clients, and more.
Work with clients under the supervision of Authorized Practitioners. Assist with intake interviews, collect information and input information into forms or applications. Paralegals build relationships with clients through interactions and connect clients with needed services and ministries. Paralegals are not allowed to give any immigration advice. We are willing to work with college students to offer internships for credit.
Paralegal Internships
Paralegal Interns have the same responsibilities as paralegals. In addition to these responsibilities, they have a formal agreement with their college to receive college credit for their time as a paralegal. Internships are limited to 2 semesters.
Administrative Assistant
Will receive/make general phone calls, schedule appointments, open mail, make copies, as well as input classroom attendance and volunteer hours into spreadsheets. Will record and send out monthly prayer requests to prayer partners. The administrative assistant will also complete other office tasks to support the executive director, legal staff, and volunteer coordinator. This position will also be responsible for client check-in and hospitality.
Civics or English Tutors
Will assist classroom teachers in helping their students improve their skills in speaking, reading, writing, and comprehending the English Language. Tutors will additionally help the students learn the civics and government questions that are required to become a United States citizen. In addition, tutors can choose to work one-on-one with students who are in need of extra assistance.
Volunteer Coordinator
Will be responsible to respond to requests for volunteer opportunities and direct those interested in volunteering to our website to complete the volunteer application. They will also interview volunteers, check their references, ensure client confidentiality and required paperwork is completed, and complete orientation with volunteers. The coordinator is also responsible to assign the areas each volunteer will work and to work with the director/coordinator of each area to assign volunteer days and times. They will work with the administrative assistance to ensure the tracking of volunteer time is recorded.
Grant Writers
Work with the Operations Director (OD) to search for and apply to funding bodies that are interested in the work we do at IHSB. Volunteers will learn how to write an initial Letter of Interest (LOI) to a grant maker, how to write a full grant application, and how to establish and build long-term relationships with funding bodies.
Fundraisers
Work with the OD to brainstorm, plan, and implement physical and digital fundraising events and/or campaigns. Volunteers will learn how to leverage a network of new and existing supporters to raise money for our immigration and education services at IHSB.
Media Content Creators
Work with the OD to create informative and compelling social media posts, videos, and more for IHSB's social media accounts and website. Volunteers will create content that complies with IHSB's Brand Guidelines. Sometimes, fundraising and social media volunteers will work in tandem to raise awareness for a fundraising event or campaign.
Photographer/Videographer
For a variety of needs, including events and client stories. Photographers/videographers capture moments for use on social media, online and in print
Prayer Partner
Commit themselves to pray for our clients, staff, and mission. They will receive a monthly email with specific prayer requests.
Community Connector
Connect Immigrant Hope and its services to their networks to create new partnerships, potential clients, and more.