Mission
The mission of Linking Immigrants to Benefits, Resources and Education (LIBRE) is to inform low-income San Mateo County immigrant families and individuals about safety net services that they can legally obtain; dispel misunderstandings about the impact on their immigration status of receiving benefits; provide legal services to ensure that the benefits are actually obtained, and increase the community's capacity to help immigrants access safety net benefits. |
What We Do
LIBRE is a multi-agency collaborative that serves San Mateo County immigrant communities housed at the Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County. Many immigrants do not apply for government benefits because they think receiving benefits will affect their immigration options, or expose their family to negative consequences. LIBRE aims to educate our immigrant community about the different safety net services available, link them to specific agencies in their communities that can assist them with the enrollment process, and provide legal advice. Please visit our Public Benefits and Legal Services tabs to learn more about our services. |
Community Partners
Coastside Hope (650) 726-9071 www.coastsidehope.org Core Service Center serving El Granada, Half Moon Bay, Miramar, Montara and Moss Beach. 
Fair Oaks Community Center
(650) 780-7500 www.redwoodcity.org Core Service Center serving Redwood City, Atheron, Portola Valley, Woodside. 
Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County
(650) 558-0915 www.legalaidsmc.org Legal service provider for individuals and families in San Mateo County. 
Nuestra Casa
(650) 330-7472 www.NuestraCasa.org East Palo Alto community-based organization providing community education, leadership development, and advocacy. 
Redwood City Together
(650) 423-2207 www.rwc2020.org Community collaborative aim in improving the health and success of Redwood City and North Fair Oaks. Formerly known as Redwood City 2020. 
San Mateo County Human Services Agency
(800) 223-8383 hsa.smcgov.org San Mateo County social service agency. Visit our Recognition page to see our work in action. |
