◈ Homepage — https://www.amigoscenter.com/Skip to Main Content English DONATE Home About Us Programs & Services Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship Welcome to Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice & Empowerment We are a community-based nonprofit in East San José, and since 2012, we’ve been proud to walk alongside our neighbors. From housing support and immigration services to education programs and community advocacy, we’re here to help families build stability, find their voice, and thrive. Our mission is simple: empower families, uplift voices, and create a stronger, more equitable East San José, together! Standing with Survivors A Message from Maritza En Solidaridad con las Sobrevivientes Un Mensaje de Maritza Dear Amigos Family, ​ I am writing to you with a very heavy heart. The New York Times has published an exposé of crimes and sexual violence committed by César Chávez, and I wanted you to hear this from me — directly, honestly, and with love. ​ We are shocked and deeply dismayed by this news. We grieve for the survivors. And we stand with them, fully and without hesitation. ​ We also want to acknowledge that this movement, which began in this neighborhood, was never the work of one individual alone. It was built by a community—by people who responded to the pain and suffering of their neighbors. This neighborhood — our neighborhood — is built by people like you. By farmworkers and mothers, families, students, by neighbors who showed up for each other, by organizers who refused to let this community be forgotten. That legacy belongs to this community, to us. It cannot be and will not be taken away. ​ Amigos de Guadalupe exists because justice demands it! That has not changed. It will never change. ​ The work we do every day — sitting with a family in crisis, helping a child find their footing, standing between a neighbor and a system designed to exclude them —  that is the real movement, we are the movement, we are Amigos. Not a name. Not a myth. Not a legend. You. ​ As more comes to light, we will hold space for grief and honest conversation. We will not rush past the pain — because confronting it is part of what justice requires of us. And we will keep showing up, as we always have, for our community. ​ ¡Sí SE PUEDE! — now more than ever. ​ Con amor y solidaridad, ​ Maritza Maldonado Founder and Executive Director  Amigos de Guadalupe, Center for Justice and Empowerment Querida familia de Amigos, ​ Les escribo con el corazón muy apesadumbrado. Ayer el periodico New York Times publicó una investigación sobre crímenes y violencia sexual cometidos por César Chávez, y quería que lo escucharan de mí — directamente, con honestidad y con amor. ​ Estamos conmocionados y profundamente consternados por esta noticia. Lloramos por las sobrevivientes. Y estamos con ellas, completamente y sin vacilación. ​ También queremos reconocer que este movimiento, que comenzó en este vecindario, nunca fue obra de una sola persona. Fue construido por una comunidad — por personas que respondieron al dolor y al sufrimiento de sus vecinos. Este vecindario — nuestro vecindario — está construido por personas como ustedes. Por trabajadores campesinos y madres, familias, estudiantes, por vecinos que se presentaron unos por otros, por organizadores que se negaron a dejar que esta comunidad fuera olvidada. Ese legado le pertenece a esta comunidad, a nosotros. No nos lo pueden ni nos lo van a quitar.   ¡Amigos de Guadalupe existe porque la justicia lo exige! ​ Eso no ha cambiado. Nunca cambiará. ​ El trabajo que hacemos cada día — sentarnos con una familia en crisis, ayudar a un niño a encontrar su camino, interponernos entre un vecino y un sistema que está diseñado para excluirlo — ese es el verdadero movimiento, nosotros somos el movimiento, somos Amigos. No un nombre. No un mito. No una leyenda. Ustedes. ​ A medida que salga más a la luz, crearemos espacio para el duelo y la conversación honesta. No pasaremos por alto el dolor — porque confrontarlo es parte de lo que la justicia nos exige. Y seguiremos presentándonos, como siempre lo hemos hecho, por nuestra comunidad. ​ ¡Sí SE PUEDE! — ahora más que nunca. ​ Con amor y solidaridad, ​ Maritza Maldonado Fundadora y Directora Ejecutiva Amigos de Guadalupe, Center for Justice and Empowerment JOINT STATEMENT Sí Se Puede Collective, YWCA Golden Gate Silicon Valley, & Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence | On Truth, Accountability, and Standing with Survivors March 18, 2026 Read more Nonprofit of the year : A Victory for Mayfair! Amigos de Guadalupe is deeply honored to be recognized as the 2025 Nonprofit of the Year by the Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits.   This award reflects the strength and resilience of our East San José community—and the collective commitment of our staff, partners, and supporters who make our work possible. READ ALL ABOUT IT! Stories that move you & ways you can move with us. Stay informed. Stay connected. Sign up for our newsletter today! Join Our Team! Want to make a difference in your community? Join our team at Amigos de Guadalupe and be part of creating change right here in East San José.   We’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals who are ready to serve, uplift, and empower our neighbors. Open Positions Connect with Us Monday - Friday | 9AM - 5PM 1897 Alum Rock Ave, Suite 35, San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 [email protected]  1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 ◈ Interior Pages — 23 pages crawled--> Sponsorship | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. 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Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Rooted in Community Our Core Belief We believe everyone deserves to live in a just and equitable society where every person is empowered to achieve their dreams. Our Vision Inspired by the power of our vibrant, determined community, our vision is to bring about transformational change in East San Jose. Our Mission At Amigos, we ensure that the basic needs of our community are met, deliver high-quality programs, and mobilize and organize for justice. Our Services We do this by providing housing and rental assistance, legal immigration services, education programs, mental health services, and community organizing programs that advocate for systems change. Our Story Once, people in East San José’s Mayfair neighborhood would say, “Sal si puedes”—“Get out if you can.” It spoke to the hardship families faced, struggling to build a better life with few resources. ​ From that struggle, Amigos de Guadalupe was born in 2012 . Rooted in the welcoming spirit of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, Amigos grew from a small neighborhood effort into a vibrant hub serving families across East San José and Santa Clara County. ​ Inspired by the voices of leaders like Dolores Huerta, Blanca Alvarado, and the immigrant families who paved the way, we work to break the cycle of poverty through transformational systems change work and basic needs services. ​ Today, “Sal si puedes” has become “¡Sí Se Puede!” —a reflection of hope, strength, and community. Together, we walk alongside families as they find stability, raise their voices, and thrive. 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Annual Reports | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Annual Reports Building justice, opportunity, and hope for our East San Jose community and families in need across Santa Clara County. 2024-2025 2023-2024 2022-2023 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Family Emergency Housing | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Family Emergency Housing Safe, Stable Housing for Families in Crisis Amigos de Guadalupe provides emergency and transitional housing for families with children who are experiencing homelessness or housing instability.   Our Family Emergency Housing programs offer more than just shelter — they provide safety, dignity, and a pathway to stability. Services Families staying at our shelter receive: A private room in a safe and welcoming environment Healthy meals and basic necessities Case management and housing navigation support Referrals to mental health and counseling services Access to educational resources and after-school support for children Connection to community programs and long-term housing options Our Approach Each of our housing sites operates within a trauma-informed, empowerment-based model that centers dignity, safety, and community connection. Families receive personalized support from caring staff who walk alongside them every step of the way, a crucial component of our approach that we call “Radical Hospitality”. Our Shelter Sites Amigos de Guadalupe operates multiple family shelter programs serving up to 165 unhoused families at a time across San José, each designed to meet families where they are and help them move toward permanent housing. How We Support Families Our dedicated housing team includes program managers, case managers, mental health professionals, and housing specialists who work collaboratively to help families achieve long-term housing stability. ​ We assist with: ​ Housing navigation and applications Employment readiness and job connections Access to community and county resources Coordination for housing vouchers and rental assistance Individual and small group mental health services If you need Family Emergency Housing call the Here4You Hotline (408) 385-2400 Hours: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Seven Days a Week *All information is securely managed through the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)  and other protected systems.* Karina, Mother of Two "After months of homelessness and facing unimaginable challenges, my children and I finally found safety and hope at Casitas de Esperanza. Living in a clean, supportive environment has given us a second chance to rebuild our lives. While the journey has been difficult, I feel stronger than ever and hopeful for the future. Thanks to the support of Amigos de Guadalupe and this program, we now look forward to moving into a stable home where we can dream again. Casitas de Esperanza truly lives up to its name—a home of hope." Averalo Family "We became homeless in early 2024 and faced months of uncertainty and setbacks. Thanks to the support of HereForYou and the dedicated staff at the Family Shelter, we finally found a safe place to call home. Through every challenge, their guidance and care gave us hope. My children now have a place to sleep, and I am forever grateful to everyone who helped us—this is a blessing we will always carry." A Mother’s Strength: Regina’s Journey "Hello, my name is Regina. I’m a single mother of two. After serious health challenges and the loss of a child, we became homeless and struggled to survive. Through the Here For You hotline, Amigos de Guadalupe found us a space at the Family Shelter, and for the first time in months, we felt safe and at home. While at the shelter, I earned a caretaker certificate, found a job, and began working toward my dream of starting a nonprofit for families with hospitalized children. My message: ‘Don’t give up. Keep going—you are stronger than you think and bigger than the struggle.’" 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Campaign to End Poverty | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. ¡Si Se Puede Mayfair! Amigos de Guadalupe’s Neighborhood Prosperity Project A neighborhood-led movement to end poverty in Mayfair — and the foundation for a 10-year national effort to end concentrated poverty without displacement. Join the Movement Explore 10 Year Plan Why Si Se Puede Mayfair Matters A neighborhood with a legacy of organizing and resilience.  In the Mayfair neighborhood, families have spent generations navigating disinvestment, low wages, and rising costs of living. Yet Mayfair has always been a place of profound resilience, cultura, and community strength. ​ Si Se Puede Mayfair builds on that legacy. It is a neighborhood-led organizing effort that brings residents together door by door and block by block to shape a future where every family can prosper. By centering resident leadership, Si Se Puede Mayfair is taking direct aim at poverty in our neighborhood and showing what becomes possible when communities lead their own change. ​ What we are building in Mayfair is also helping us imagine what's possible in neighborhoods nationwide. Our hope is that the strategies, relationships, and lessons emerging from Si Se Puede Mayfair will become a blueprint for the Neighborhood Prosperity Project — a 10-year plan to end concentrated poverty without displacement by supporting and organizing communities across the country. Our National Vision The Neighborhood Prosperity Project Amigos de Guadalupe envisions a nation where every neighborhood is a place of opportunity, dignity, and prosperity. ​ To achieve this vision, we must build a nationwide movement of organized neighborhoods working together to eradicate concentrated poverty and create lasting change—a movement inspired by the grassroots organizing legacy of the farmworker movement and grounded in the Mayfair neighborhood where that historic work began. ​   There are Mayfairs all across America — resilient yet overlooked communities ready for transformation. Our work in Mayfair will prove that change in one neighborhood can spark change everywhere. As Mayfair goes, so goes the nation.   Amigos aims to become the go-to resource for communities, policymakers and funders committed to neighborhood transformation. By 2035 , we seek to work alongside neighborhoods across the nation to turn this vision into reality.   This national effort will be known as the Neighborhood Prosperity Project. Our Current Initiatives Building a model to end concentrated poverty without displacement. The Neighborhood Prosperity Project is still in its early years, but the momentum is real. As we walk alongside Mayfair families, we’re building a place-based model that can be adapted for other underinvested neighborhoods. 1. Si Se Puede Mayfair Door by door, block by block approach to building relationships and centering the voice of Mayfair residents Learn More 2. Community-First Purchasing Pledge Campaign to end concentrated poverty by shifting institutional spending to businesses owned by residents of high-poverty neighborhoods—turning everyday purchases into powerful tools for equity and economic justice. Learn More 3. Hecho en Mayfair Model anti-poverty program that helps small business owners and entrepreneurs in high-poverty neighborhoods secure contracts, increase revenue, and achieve economic stability, ultimately reducing concentrated poverty Learn More Numbers that reflect   real families & dreams. Behind every data point is a family, a dream, and a neighborhood that refuses to give up. These early indicators show what’s possible when we invest in community-led prosperity. NEIGHBORS REACHED 3,400+ Doors knocked in the Mayfair neighborhood (June – July 2024) through Sí Se Puede Mayfair. INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS 7 Organizations who have signed on to the Community-First Purchasing Pledge, committing to buy from local, resident-owned businesses. ENTREPRENEURS IN MOTION 23 Entrepreneurs enrolled in Hecho en Mayfair! TRANSACTIONS FACILITATED 132 Transactions processed by Hecho en Mayfair, connecting local entrepreneurs with real opportunities. REVENUE GENERATED $500K+ Revenue for local entrepreneurs through Hecho en Mayfair since launching in early April. RETURN ON INVESTMENT $8.42 Revenue secured for local entrepreneurs for every $1 invested into Hecho en Mayfair. Stories of Neighborhood Power What prosperity looks like up close. The Neighborhood Prosperity Project is about more than metrics. It’s about families like Yolita’s, who are turning opportunity into lasting change. HECHO EN MAYFAIR Yolita’s Story When Yolita joined Hecho en Mayfair, she had a dream — but little path forward. With coaching, pricing support, and procurement opportunities, she increased her revenue by $100,000 within four months. Because of the program, she brought her mother into the business, could stop juggling multiple jobs, and began planning for a stronger future in her community. ​ “I have no words to express my gratitude,” she told San José Spotlight. ​ This is what neighborhood prosperity looks like: families gaining the stability and time they need to dream, build, and give back. Want to go deeper into the story? ​ Local coverage from San José Spotlight highlights how Hecho en Mayfair is supporting small businesses to uplift the entire neighborhood. ​ San Jose group targets small businesses to uplift neighborhood – San José Spotlight↗ Behind every story ​ Every entrepreneur, every pledge signer, every door knocked is part of a larger movement to end concentrated poverty without displacing the people who built these neighborhoods. Be part of the next story Join the Movement Join the Movement When you invest in the Neighborhood Prosperity Project , you’re investing in a future where our community doesn’t just get by—it prospers . Below are the ways you can join the movement. Donate Your donation supports Amigos de Guadalupe’s full mission, helping power our organizing, programs, and the overall Neighborhood Prosperity Project. DONATE Learn & Share Meet with us to learn more about our work and discover meaningful ways you can help spread the word about community-driven prosperity. EMAIL Shop Local Purchase goods and services from our Hecho en Mayfair entrepreneurs and help keep dollars circulating within our neighborhood. DIRECTORY Sign the Pledge Join the movement! Sign the Community First Purchasing Pledge and prioritize local businesses in your everyday purchasing decisions. SIGN THE PLEDGE COMMUNITY-FIRST PURCHASING PLEDGE Wall of  Champions These organizations have committed to redirecting their everyday spending toward businesses owned by residents of high-poverty neighborhoods — turning purchases into power. TOTAL COLLECTIVE IMPACT PROUD PLEDGE SIGNERS IS YOUR ORGANIZATION READY TO JOIN THE MOVEMENT? SIGN THE PLEDGE 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> VITA | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. VITA Volunteer Income Tax Assistance About VITA The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program is an IRS-supported service that provides free tax preparation to eligible households. By partnering with United Way Bay Area, Amigos ensures our community has access to trusted, high-quality tax help. Date, Time & Location Saturdays from February 14th – April 18th, 2026   9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Walk-ins only. No appoitments needed. ​ Amigos de Guadalupe Main Office: 1897 Alum Rock Ave, Suite #35 San Jose Ca. 95116   Services offered in English and Spanish. Free Tax Filing Help In partnership with United Way Bay Area’s Free Tax Help program Amigos de Guadalupe is proud to offer free, high-quality tax preparation services for low- and moderate-income families through the VITA program. Our trained and IRS-certified volunteers are here to help you file accurately and securely—at no cost. What to Bring To ensure we can complete your tax return, please bring: W-2 forms Valid ID for all adults ITIN or Social Security Card for yourself and any dependents Any additional tax documents, such as: 1099 forms Interest statements ACA/health coverage forms (1095-A, 1095-B, or 1095-C) Direct deposit information (routing & account numbers) Who Qualifies? VITA services are designed for individuals and families who: ​ Earn moderate to low income, or Need assistance due to limited English, disabilities, or other barriers 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Preserving the Chavez Family ... | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Preserving the Chavez Family Home A Place of History, Hope, and Community Power The recent news regarding Cesar Chavez has been devastating for our community. We don't yet have all the answers about what comes next for this space — and we believe moving with care matters more than moving quickly. We are listening, reflecting, and walking alongside our community as we discern a path forward that centers survivors and honors the collective power and dignity that have always been the true heart of the movement. 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Strategic Plan | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Strategic Plan FY 2024- FY 2027 Our Strategic Principles Looking ahead, three principles will drive our strategy: Center Community: We center community in all of our work, and community drives all our decisions. Invest in People: Elevate our vision of empowerment through program and staff excellence. Deepen Impact in Mayfair: Si Se Puede Mayfair is a community-wide strategy to move toward economic, social, and racial justice. Check out full Strategic Plan 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Financials | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Financials We believe in transparency and accountability to our community, donors, and partners. Each contribution we receive directly supports our mission, ensuring that families in San Jose and Santa Clara County have access to housing, legal services, education, and justice. We are committed to using our resources wisely, efficiently, and with integrity. 2025 Amigos 990_FY25 2024 Amigos 990_FY24 2023 Amigos 990_FY23 2022 Amigos 990_FY22 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Rental & Deposit Assistance | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Rental & Deposit Assistance Financial assistance to help low-income individuals and families secure or maintain stable housing. Amigos de Guadalupe works in partnership with Sacred Heart Community Service, Santa Clara County's Office of Supportive Housing, Destination: Home, the City of San José, and 19 community organization partners to provide assistance to low-income families or individuals at risk of losing their housing through the Santa Clara County Homelessness Prevention System (HPS) program.   All Santa Clara County residents who are low-income (based on federal guidelines) and currently housed but at risk of becoming homeless are welcome to apply for HPS assistance, which includes: temporary financial assistance, legal support, case management, and other services.   To see if you qualify, visit  preventhomelessness.org , call (408) 516-5100, or email [email protected] . 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Safe Park | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. A safe & welcoming place for those living in vehicles to park & sleep overnight. Services Participants living in operable cars, trucks, vans, or SUVs receive personalized case management to access resources and work towards permanent housing. Overnight Parking a safe place for individuals & families to park overnight. Showers Partnerships with local YMCA’S allow us to provide showers available for FREE use. Case Management Housing, Employment & Personal Goals. Community We believe building community is essential to finding stability. How to apply: To begin the application process, each household must provide the following documents: Driver's License : Required for drivers and must be current. ID : Required for all adults staying in the vehicle and must be current. Birth Certificate : Required for all children staying in the vehicle. Car Registration : Must be current. Car Insurance : Required, even if expired. Proof of Income & Expenses (last 30 days): Examples include pay stubs, benefits letters, bank statements, bills, etc. Pets : Up to 2 pets are welcome. Proof of current vaccinations is required. Copies of documents can be submitted at our main office (1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116) or sent in by email to [email protected] *Copies must be clear and legible. “Joining the Safe Parking program gave me a secure place to stay and helped me save money during a very difficult time.” -Angela 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Staff | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. The Heart of ESJ The Heart of East San José Meet the team dedicated to justice, empowerment, and lasting change! Join Us in Making a Difference Are you ready to stand with community? Join Our Team 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Terms of Service and Privacy Policy | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. 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Please come back and check this page from time to time for the latest information on our privacy practices. ​ Contact Us If you have questions or concerns about the information in this Privacy Policy, our handling of your personal information, or your choices and rights regarding such use, please do not hesitate to contact us at: Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice and Empowerment 1897 Alum Rock Ave #35 San Jose, CA 95116 [email protected] Messaging Terms & Conditions General When you opt-in to the service, we will send you a message to confirm your signup. ​ By opting into messages, you agree to receive recurring automated marketing and informational text messages from Amigos de Guadalupe. 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After you send the SMS message "STOP", we will send you a message to confirm that you have b --> 2025 Sponsor Recognition | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. A Special Thank You to our 2025 Sowing Seeds of Justice Virtual Sponsors At Amigos de Guadalupe, we are deeply grateful for the partners and sponsors who make our work possible. Your generosity strengthens our mission and helps us provide safety, stability, and opportunity for families in East San José. Become a 2026 Sponsor Today! Become a 2026 Sponsor Today! Why Your Support Matters Thanks to our sponsors, we are able to: ​ Expand access to housing support for families facing crisis Provide vital education, legal, and immigration services Strengthen neighborhood leadership and community well-being Create safe, welcoming spaces for children, youth, and families   Your investment fuels real change — and we couldn’t do it without you. 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Board of Directors | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Meet Our Board Of Directors The Amigos de Guadalupe Board of Directors is made up of dedicated community leaders, educators, and advocates who share a deep commitment to equity, education, and empowerment in San Jose and Santa Clara County. ​ Together, they provide guidance, oversight, and vision to ensure Amigos de Guadalupe fulfills its mission with integrity and impact. Marcos Herrera President Judith Sanchez, M.D. Secretary Nancy Pang, Ed.D. Treasurer Meghan Piano Board Member Ernie Yamane Board Member Laura Romero Board Member Mary Cruz Lopez Board Member Blanca Herrera Board Member 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. IPEN Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Network IPEN was initiated by Amigos de Guadalupe in late 2024 and established in early 2025 with partners across sectors -  including community based organizations, legal services, health care, schools, faith communities, government, labor, business, and philanthropy.   Together, we are building a coordinated, community-driven network that protects, uplifts, and empowers immigrant families and communities. Our Mission IPEN is a network of leaders and organizations working together to protect and empower vulnerable immigrants in Santa Clara County. We focus on: Improving communication and coordination among organizations and across sectors Identifying gaps in services, resources, and policies Co-creating solutions that strengthen community resilience and access to justice Our Approach IPEN works through work groups and collaboration. Organizations and individuals get involved by joining IPEN’s work groups: Accompaniment / Family Support Outreach & Communications Employer Engagement Movement Building  Law Enforcement Policy School Leaders Inter-Government Leaders For more information contact:  Akemi Flynn, Managing Director: [email protected] 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Programs & Services | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Programs & Services At Amigos de Guadalupe, we walk alongside our neighbors to help them meet their basic needs and advocate for justice. Our programs are designed to meet people where they are — with dignity, compassion, and a belief in the power of community. Housing Family Emergency Housing Rental & Deposit Assistance Bringing Families Home Safe Park Immigration Services Immigration Services Immigration Legal Services Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Network Rapid Response Network Economic Empowerment Campaign to End Poverty VITA - Free tax-prep services Education After School Program Summer School Program Scholarship/Mentorship Program ​ Wellness & Mental Health Program Systems Change Systems Change Preserving the Chavez Family Home Policy & Organizing Impact Testimonies Interim Housing Program “In this shelter, I feel that we have been given a second chance — a blessing from God to rebuild our lives and dream of a better future.” -Karina  1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Policy & Organizing | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Policy & Organizing Building community power to advance justice and equity through grassroots organizing and policy change. At Amigos de Guadalupe, we believe lasting change starts with the people most impacted by injustice. Our Policy and Organizing work centers immigrants, families, and residents of East San José to advance policies that protect dignity, strengthen families, and build community power. ​ Rooted in lived experience, our team of community members, organizers, and advocates works alongside residents to challenge harmful systems and create meaningful change. Through leadership development and grassroots organizing we build shared power and push for justice at the local and state levels. What we do: We organize, educate, and advocate to create systems-level change. Our work includes: Community Organizing: Supporting residents to come together around shared issues, build leadership skills, and take collective action. Policy Advocacy: Advocating for local, state, and federal policies that protect immigrant rights, expand access to services, and promote housing stability and economic justice. Civic Engagement: Creating spaces for community members to engage with elected officials, participate in public meetings, and make their voices heard. Coalition Building: Partnering with community-based organizations and advocacy networks to strengthen collective impact. Our work is guided by the belief that those closest to the challenges are also closest to the solutions. How you can get involved: Change is possible when we move together. There are many ways to be part of our Policy & Organizing work: Join a Committee or Campaign: Participate in organizing efforts focused on immigration justice, housing, and community safety. Attend Community Meetings & Forums: Learn, share your voice, and connect with neighbors and leaders. Become a Community Leader: Take part in leadership development opportunities and training. Advocate with Us: Show up for rallies, public hearings, and meetings with decision-makers. Support the Work: Donate, share our campaigns, or partner with us to advance justice. Get Involved 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Home | Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice and Empowerment top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Welcome to Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice & Empowerment We are a community-based nonprofit in East San José, and since 2012, we’ve been proud to walk alongside our neighbors. From housing support and immigration services to education programs and community advocacy, we’re here to help families build stability, find their voice, and thrive. Our mission is simple: empower families, uplift voices, and create a stronger, more equitable East San José, together! Standing with Survivors: A Message from Maritza Standing with Survivors A Message from Maritza En Solidaridad con las Sobrevivientes Un Mensaje de Maritza Dear Amigos Family, ​ I am writing to you with a very heavy heart. The New York Times has published an exposé of crimes and sexual violence committed by César Chávez, and I wanted you to hear this from me — directly, honestly, and with love. ​ We are shocked and deeply dismayed by this news. We grieve for the survivors. And we stand with them, fully and without hesitation. ​ We also want to acknowledge that this movement, which began in this neighborhood, was never the work of one individual alone. It was built by a community—by people who responded to the pain and suffering of their neighbors. This neighborhood — our neighborhood — is built by people like you. By farmworkers and mothers, families, students, by neighbors who showed up for each other, by organizers who refused to let this community be forgotten. That legacy belongs to this community, to us. It cannot be and will not be taken away. ​ Amigos de Guadalupe exists because justice demands it! That has not changed. It will never change. ​ The work we do every day — sitting with a family in crisis, helping a child find their footing, standing between a neighbor and a system designed to exclude them —  that is the real movement, we are the movement, we are Amigos. Not a name. Not a myth. Not a legend. You. ​ As more comes to light, we will hold space for grief and honest conversation. We will not rush past the pain — because confronting it is part of what justice requires of us. And we will keep showing up, as we always have, for our community. ​ ¡Sí SE PUEDE! — now more than ever. ​ Con amor y solidaridad, ​ Maritza Maldonado Founder and Executive Director  Amigos de Guadalupe, Center for Justice and Empowerment Querida familia de Amigos, ​ Les escribo con el corazón muy apesadumbrado. Ayer el periodico New York Times publicó una investigación sobre crímenes y violencia sexual cometidos por César Chávez, y quería que lo escucharan de mí — directamente, con honestidad y con amor. ​ Estamos conmocionados y profundamente consternados por esta noticia. Lloramos por las sobrevivientes. Y estamos con ellas, completamente y sin vacilación. ​ También queremos reconocer que este movimiento, que comenzó en este vecindario, nunca fue obra de una sola persona. Fue construido por una comunidad — por personas que respondieron al dolor y al sufrimiento de sus vecinos. Este vecindario — nuestro vecindario — está construido por personas como ustedes. Por trabajadores campesinos y madres, familias, estudiantes, por vecinos que se presentaron unos por otros, por organizadores que se negaron a dejar que esta comunidad fuera olvidada. Ese legado le pertenece a esta comunidad, a nosotros. No nos lo pueden ni nos lo van a quitar.   ¡Amigos de Guadalupe existe porque la justicia lo exige! ​ Eso no ha cambiado. Nunca cambiará. ​ El trabajo que hacemos cada día — sentarnos con una familia en crisis, ayudar a un niño a encontrar su camino, interponernos entre un vecino y un sistema que está diseñado para excluirlo — ese es el verdadero movimiento, nosotros somos el movimiento, somos Amigos. No un nombre. No un mito. No una leyenda. Ustedes. ​ A medida que salga más a la luz, crearemos espacio para el duelo y la conversación honesta. No pasaremos por alto el dolor — porque confrontarlo es parte de lo que la justicia nos exige. Y seguiremos presentándonos, como siempre lo hemos hecho, por nuestra comunidad. ​ ¡Sí SE PUEDE! — ahora más que nunca. ​ Con amor y solidaridad, ​ Maritza Maldonado Fundadora y Directora Ejecutiva Amigos de Guadalupe, Center for Justice and Empowerment JOINT STATEMENT Sí Se Puede Collective, YWCA Golden Gate Silicon Valley, & Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence | On Truth, Accountability, and Standing with Survivors March 18, 2026 Nonprofit of the year : A Victory for Mayfair! Amigos de Guadalupe is deeply honored to be recognized as the 2025 Nonprofit of the Year by the Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits .   This award reflects the strength and resilience of our East San José community —and the collective commitment of our staff, partners, and supporters who make our work possible. Newsletter Sign-Up READ ALL ABOUT IT! Stories that move you & ways you can move with us. Stay informed . Stay connected . Sign up for our newsletter today! Join Our Team Join Our Team! Want to make a difference in your community? Join our team at Amigos de Guadalupe and be part of creating change right here in East San José.   We’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals who are ready to serve, uplift, and empower our neighbors. Open Positions Connect with Us Monday - Friday | 9AM - 5PM 1897 Alum Rock Ave, Suite 35, San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 [email protected]   1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Education | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Education We invest in our youth and young adults through programs that inspire and support each student's educational needs and interests. Scholarship & Mentorship Program Scholarships & Mentorship Program Amigos de Guadalupe invests in young leaders because they represent hope for the future of East San José. To support their success and empower them to create real change in our community, we offer annual Scholarship and Mentorship opportunities. These programs are designed especially for first-generation college students from East San Jose, providing not only financial assistance but also a dedicated mentor who offers guidance throughout college and helps maintain a lasting connection with Amigos de Guadalupe. ​​In 2025, Amigos de Guadalupe awarded scholarships to 53 students! PLAY VIDEO BELOW: Keynote Speaker: Giselle Chiprez, Harvard Class of 2025 graduate and Amigos Scholarship recipient Applications are now open! APPLY Support the Amigos Scholarship Fund Click below to make a donation and help empower the next generation of leaders. Donate After School Program After School Program Reader Leaders Amigos de Guadalupe’s “Reader Leader” After School Program supports the academic success of  students in Kindergarten to 8th grade—including those living in our Emergency Family Shelters—throughout the school year. The program offers academic instruction and homework support designed to strengthen students’ foundational English and Math skills, while engaging them in a rich, high-quality curriculum aligned with California’s Common Core Standards. Program Hours: Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri: 3:20pm – 5:30pm | Thur. 2:05pm - 5:30pm ​ ​ Community Location: Renaissance II (Formerly Lee Mathson Middle School) ​ Reader Leader Programs also operate onsite at all Amigos Family Shelter Locations Summer School Program Summer School Program Summer Under The Sun The Amigos summer school program brings joy, learning, and a sense of community to students in the Mayfair neighborhood—including those living in our Emergency Family Shelters. Through enriching activities, field trips, and academic support, K–8 scholars stay engaged, inspired, and empowered all summer long. 1/21 Program Dates: June 15th - July 15th, 2026 ​ Program Hours: Monday - Friday | 9:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. ​ Registration Form: Enrollment Now Open-Click Here! 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Immigration Legal Services | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Immigration Legal Services ​At Amigos de Guadalupe, we believe every person deserves to live with safety and dignity—no matter where they were born. Our Immigration Legal Services team offers trusted, affordable,  legal support to immigrant families. As the only non-profit in East San Jose with an immigration legal services team, we walk with our community through each step of the process, helping them understand their rights and options. Yesenia | Asylum "The Immigration Attorneys  reviewed my case carefully and found I was eligible to apply for permanent residency. With their support, I gathered my documents, completed the forms, and submitted my application, and ultimatelyI received my permanent residency card. That moment brought me so much peace and a sense of security I had been waiting for since arriving here. To anyone currently going through their own immigration process, I want to say: Don’t give up. Keep fighting for your case. It is possible to reach this goal, just as I did." Yesenia | Asilo "Los abogados de inmigración revisaron mi caso cuidadosamente y determinaron que cumplía con los requisitos para solicitar la residencia permanente. Con su apoyo, reuní mis documentos, completé los formularios y presenté mi solicitud, y finalmente recibí mi tarjeta de residente permanente. Ese momento me brindó una gran paz y la seguridad que había estado esperando desde mi llegada. A quienes estén atravesando su propio proceso de inmigración, les digo: No se rindan. Sigan luchando por su caso. Es posible alcanzar esta meta, tal como yo lo hice." Work Permit for T42 Family "I walked from Venezuela to the U.S. in search of stability and safety. I sold flowers on the streets to afford my work permit filing fees while my family took refuge at one of Amigos' emergency shelters. Today my wife and I have jobs, and we are saving up to rent our own place." Permiso de trabajo para la familia T42 "Caminé desde Venezuela hasta Estados Unidos en busca de estabilidad y seguridad. Vendí flores en la calle para pagar la tramitación de mi permiso de trabajo mientras mi familia se refugiaba en uno de los albergues de emergencia de Amigos. Hoy, mi esposa y yo tenemos trabajo y estamos ahorrando para alquilar nuestra propia vivienda." Free Services Self Help Desk General information on immigration procedures and brief assistance, such as: ​ ​ Change of address Brief translations Access to a private office  for virtual hearings Referrals, and more Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: 9am-5pm Walk-in Consultations Legal advice & Representation: ​ Family petitions Citizenship DACA Permanent residence U Visa & VAWA Work Permits TPS Waivers Wed : 1 PM- 5 PM & Fri : 10AM - 2 PM. First come, first served. Asylum Info Sessions Group session by immigration attorney to provide important information for self-represented asylum seekers.​ Call (408) 341-6080 to ask for the date of the next Asylum Information session. Low-Cost Services ​ Citizenship & Naturalization Applications – Support with completing forms and preparing for interviews. DACA Renewals – Guidance and filing assistance for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals renewals. Green Card Renewals – Help with permanent resident card renewals and replacements. Family Petitions – Assistance bringing loved ones together through family-based immigration processes. Adjustment of Status & Work Permits – Help for eligible individuals applying to live and work in the U.S. Referrals – For cases requiring full legal representation, we connect clients to trusted partner attorneys. More FREE Services: ESL/Citizenship Classes Amigos de Guadalupe helps participants prepare for the oral and written U.S. Citizenship exams through small, interactive classes focused on American history, geography, and civics. Participants receive personalized instruction and support to build confidence before their USCIS citizenship interview. ​ We also offer free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to help community members improve communication, expand job opportunities, and strengthen connections at work, school, and beyond. Our inclusive, interactive approach ensures that every student feels supported in their learning journey. Amigos de Guadalupe helps participants prepare for the oral and written U.S. Citizenship exams through small, interactive classes focused on American history, geography, and civics. Participants receive personalized instruction and support to build confidence before their USCIS citizenship interview. ​ We also offer free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to help community members improve communication, expand job opportunities, and strengthen connections at work, school, and beyond. Our inclusive, interactive approach ensures that every student feels supported in their learning journey. 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Wellness & Mental Health Program | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Wellness & Mental Health Healing. Strength. Empowerment. At Amigos, we believe mental health is essential to justice, stability, and opportunity. Our Wellness and Mental Health Program provides compassionate, culturally responsive care to both our program participants and our staff—because healing strengthens families, and strong families strengthen communities. Mental Health Services for Our Guests Our licensed clinicians offer comprehensive, trauma-informed mental health services designed to support emotional well-being, personal growth, and recovery to program participants. Services include: ​ Individual therapy Group therapy Couples counseling Family therapy Psychological assessment Crisis intervention We use evidence-based practices tailored to each person’s unique needs, values, and goals. Every guest is seen as a whole person—not just a diagnosis. ​ Our team carefully evaluates each case and connects guests to additional community-based resources when needed, ensuring coordinated care and long-term support. ​ Whether someone is navigating stress, trauma, family challenges, life transitions, or crisis, we walk alongside them with dignity and care. Wellness Support for Staff The work of serving our community requires care for those who serve. We provide wellness and resilience support for Amigos staff through: ​ Training in trauma-informed practices Self-care strategies Stress reduction techniques Mindfulness practices By investing in staff wellness, we ensure our team can continue to show up with compassion, clarity, and strength for our community. Why It Matters Mental health care is not a luxury. It is foundational to: ​ Family stability Academic success Workplace performance Community resilience Long-term healing When individuals heal, families grow stronger. When families grow stronger, our entire community thrives. 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page --> Bringing Families Home | Amigos de Guadalupe top of page DONATE Home About Us The Amigos Story Strategic Plan Financials Annual Reports Board of Directors Staff Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Programs & Services Bringing Families Home Campaign to End Poverty Education Family Emergency Housing Immigrant Protection & Empowerment Net. Immigration Legal Services Policy & Organizing Preserving the Chavez Family ... Rental & Deposit Assistance Safe Park VITA Wellness & Mental Health Program Join Our Team Connect with us Sponsorship 2025 Sponsor Recognition More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Bringing Families Home The Bringing Families Home Program is a short term program that supports families involved with child protective services who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing housing.   By providing housing assistance and supportive services, the program helps prevent foster care placement, stabilization, and promotes family reunification. Key Benefits / How We Help Stable Housing: Rental assistance, deposits, and utility support Family Reunification: Supports families already separated from their children Case Management: Housing navigation and wraparound services Prevention: Landlord mediation, linkages to legal resources, in order to help keep children safely at home Eligibility & How to Access Families involved with child protective services (CPS) and working with the Dept. of Family and Children's Services.  Experiencing housing instability and have a reunification case plan or families that have reunified and are at imminent risk of losing their housing Program eligibility is determined by the DFCS staff through an internal referral system.    If you are in need and are currently working with DFCS, please ask your assigned DFCS social worker if they are able to submit a referral on your behalf. Turning Struggles into Stability “Before working with the BFH program through Amigos de Guadalupe, I was facing homelessness again with a newborn and felt completely overwhelmed. With the guidance and support of my case worker and the program, I learned how to navigate the housing search, advocate for myself, and build relationships with landlords. After months of searching, we were able to find a safe, stable home in the neighborhood where I grew up—close to family. The program didn’t just help us find housing—it gave my little family a chance to stay together and build a better future.” - Aurora, Former Bringing Families Home Member 1897 Alum Rock Avenue, Suite #35 San Jose, CA 95116 (408) 341-6080 | [email protected] | www.amigoscenter.com Amigos de Guadalupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 77-0555838 bottom of page