Napa Valley Together — Neighborhood Initiative

“My dream of becoming the first U.S citizen in my family would not have come true without CLS’s help. I would fully endorse CLS to anyone in need of support and help to make their dreams come true.”

— Maria Lopez, CLS Client

Napa Valley Together (NVT) - Standing Together for Napa’s Immigrants & Families

In the face of challenges, we reaffirm our commitment to building a stronger, more inclusive Napa Valley. We are united by a shared mission: to uphold immigrant rights, ensure due process under the law, reduce the climate of fear created by misinformation, and safeguard the continued prosperity of our community.

The collaborative of trusted local organizations include:

Immigration Institute of the Bay Area
On The Move's Neighborhood Initiative
Puertas Abiertas Community Resource Center
UpValley Family Centers
Community Leaders Coalition
Napa Valley Community Foundation

Our mission

To build a sustainable, reputable network of naturalization and immigration services in the Napa Valley.

Our Impact

Every year, 1,500 individuals receive information about the benefits and requirements for citizenship, including other immigration benefits.

Since 2013:

2,569 people have become US citizens
12,000+ people with free legal consultations for citizenship or other immigration benefits
477 volunteers have been recruited and trained to support the program

Citizenship Legal Services offers the following core services:

Free information to all individuals that are wanting to learn if they qualify to apply and become a U.S. Citizen;
Free civics exam preparation classes for English and Spanish test takers;
Low-cost legal services, by attorneys and accredited representatives, to apply for citizenship and the application fee waiver;

Information and referrals to government agencies and local organizations to ensure newcomers gain access to essential information and services;
Training for service providers and community leaders who seek to better understand immigrant integration and their clients’ immigration status.
Family Preparedness: Assistance in completing a family preparedness plan.
Employer Support: Information and resources about worksite plans and preparedness
Recruitment, training, and supervision of youth leaders, interns, and law students who conduct research, teach citizenship classes, provide consultations, and assist with legal cases.

How you can help

In these times of uncertainty regarding immigration policy, securing funding for NVT is more urgent than ever. Your gift provides Napa County residents with legal support throughout their citizenship journey as well as access to other important legal immigration services. Additionally, consider becoming a volunteer to support our program. To find out how you can get involved, please get in touch.

Volunteer Opportunities

If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions, please contact Yadira Chavez at (707) 738-3345 or at yadira@theneighborhoodinitiative.org