America at 250
On this Fourth of July, as America marks 250 years, we give thanks for the extraordinary blessing of being part of the most successful nation in the history of the world. We also pause to remember that this blessing was not inherited by chance, nor preserved without sacrifice.
We honor every man and woman who has worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces. We remember those who came home forever changed, and we bow our heads for those who never came home at all. Their sacrifice reminds us that freedom is not a slogan, a symbol, or a certainty. It is a sacred responsibility passed from one generation to the next.
History teaches us that great nations do not fall simply because their enemies grow stronger. More often, they decline when their own people forget what made them great. They fall when power replaces principle, when comfort replaces courage, when fear replaces faith, and when a nation begins to believe that its greatness is guaranteed rather than earned.
Today some believe America’s greatness came from simply being great, and have forgotten its true origin. It has come from the extraordinary ability of people from every race, faith, culture, language, and walk of life to build something together greater than any one of us could build alone. We may be of different colors, but we all bleed the same color. Beneath every uniform, every flag, behind every accent, every orientation, and every difference is the same human dignity given to us by God.
That is the promise America must never abandon.
“America First” must never mean America alone. It must never mean America for only the privileged few. It must mean America faithful to her highest ideals: liberty with responsibility, strength with humility, patriotism with compassion, and justice without exception.
At 250, America faces a defining test. Will we become another once-great nation spoken of only in history books, or will we have the courage to renew the great experiment of democracy entrusted to us?
While America is yet to fulfill all of our founding principles, we must ever continue to reach for them. As members and supporters of Forward Latino, you understand this truth. You are committed to defending democracy, to protecting families, and above all, protecting the God-given dignity of every person, for you understand that doing what is right is always in our nation’s best interest.
On behalf of myself and our Board of Directors, thank you for your continued commitment, sacrifice, and faith in the promise of America.
May God bless our service members and their families. May God bless all who gave their lives for this nation. And may God bless the United States of America.
Happy Independence Day.
Darryl Morin
National President, Forward Latino See less
Venezuela Earthquake Victims Emergency Relief Effort
A Humanitarian Crisis
The people of Venezuela need our help now. Two catastrophic earthquakes have devastated communities, leaving families without homes, food, clean water, medical care, and other basic necessities. Thousands of lives have been turned upside down in a matter of moments, and the road to recovery will be long. Your donation today can provide life-saving emergency relief, comfort those who have lost everything, and bring hope to families facing unimaginable hardship. Every contribution, no matter the size, can make a meaningful difference. Please give today and help us stand with the people of Venezuela during this time of urgent need.
ITEMS Collected & Donated:
Non-Perishable Foods:
- Canned Protein (Chicken, Beef, Tuna, Vienna Sausages, Sardines)
- Canned Fruits
- Dried Fruits/Vegetables
- Snacks (Protein Bars, Crackers, Chips, Beef Jerky)
- Canned Beans / Canned Vegetables
- Ramen
- Meals Ready To Eat (MRE)
Temporary Household Needs:
- Sleeping Bags (New)
- Tents (New)
- Cots (New)
- Air Mattresses (New)
- Suitcases (New)
- Blankets (New) / Pillows (New)
- Backpacks (New)
- Work Gloves (New)
- Shovels / Rakes (New)
- Work Boots (New)
- KN95 Masks/Face Masks with respirators
- Hand and Foot Warmers
- Large Industrial Trash Bags
- Tarps
- Duct Tape
- Flashlights
- Batteries - AA/AAA/D
- Portable Radios
- First Aid Kits
- Lifestraw Water Filters
- Solar-Powered Lightweight Packable Lanterns
- Power Banks (Solar Power)
Hygiene:
- Toothbrushes/Toothpaste
- Deodorant
- Feminine Hygiene Products
- Toilet Paper
- Wet Wipes
Is your family at risk of separation? Plan, don't panic!
FREE Attorney Referral
FREE Emergency Immigrant Family Preparation Toolkits
FREE Emergency Immigrant Family Preparation Toolkits
Forward Latino has established relationships with ethical, knowledgeable and affordable immigration attorneys. Download the list at the link below or call (414)338-9071 and ask for "recommended immigration attorneys" and it will be texted to you.
FREE Emergency Immigrant Family Preparation Toolkits
FREE Emergency Immigrant Family Preparation Toolkits
FREE Emergency Immigrant Family Preparation Toolkits
Download our FREE toolkit for families at risk of separation. It includes a to-do list, Know Your Rights cards, and FREE Power of Attorney forms. Toolkits are shown below on this page.
FREE Power of Attorney Forms
FREE Emergency Immigrant Family Preparation Toolkits
FREE In-Person Immigration Training Sessions & Presentations
Forward Latino offers FREE Power of Attorney forms for Property and Finance as well as temporary delegation of parental power so your children can be cared for by a family member or trusted friend while you are separated. The forms are part of the toolkit which are shown below on this page.
FREE In-Person Immigration Training Sessions & Presentations
FREE In-Person Immigration Training Sessions & Presentations
FREE In-Person Immigration Training Sessions & Presentations
Forward Latino provides in-person and online immigration rights training and assistance with completing Power of Attorney forms. Complete the following form to request our Immigrant Family Preparedness, Know Your Rights and Power of Attorney Form Training or to request our IMMIGRATION: Fiction, Facts & Faith presentation for your faith-based organization click on English Form or Spanish Form.
FREE Spanish Pastoral & Emotional Care
FREE In-Person Immigration Training Sessions & Presentations
FREE Spanish Pastoral & Emotional Care
Forward Latino provides FREE Pastoral and emotional care. Call us at (414)338-9071 and request Pastoral & Emotional Care Department.
Report ICE or CBP Rights Violations
FREE In-Person Immigration Training Sessions & Presentations
FREE Spanish Pastoral & Emotional Care
Witness a detention? Concerned that Constitutional rights were violated and proper procedure not followed? Report it immediately at English Form or Spanish Form .
Emergency Immigrant Family Preparation To-Do List
Plan, Don't Panic!
Forward Latino has developed this toolkit for individuals at risk of detention or deportation by U.S. immigration officials. It is important to complete these tasks with the assistance of a licensed immigration attorney prior to being detained. For individuals who do have lawful immigration status, we encourage you to carry your green card, work permit, or other evidence of status with you at all times. If you have any questions, please call us at (414)338-9071.
1. Establish your emergency contact and create a family plan
○ Your Emergency Contact should be someone lawfully present in the United States if possible,
has a mobile phone and is readily available 24 hours a day.
○ Your family plan should detail actions your family should take should separation occur.
2. Organize all your immigration-related documents
○ Organize all of your documents, including your visa, passport, green card, birth certificate,
work permits, and any other immigration related papers.
○ Keep copies of all your documents in a safe place and share copies with your immigration
attorney.
3. Establish a relationship with a licensed immigration attorney that provides removal
defense services.
○ Review your immigration situation to determine if there is a pathway to legalization.
○ Review methods to contact attorney should separation occur after hours.
○ Review your legal rights.
○ Provide copies of your immigration-related documents
○ Memorize your immigration attorney’s phone number as mobile phones are frequently
removed from individuals in detention.
4. Establish a Power of Attorney(s) to manage your personal affairs.
○ A Power of Attorney for Finance & Property will allow your agent to make decision on your
behalf as detailed in the form. A Wisconsin PoA for Finance & Property is included in this
toolkit.
○ A Power of Attorney for Delegating Parental Power will allow your agent to make decisions for
your children as detailed in the form. A Wisconsin PoA for Delegating Parental Power is
included in this toolkit.
○ Agents must be 18 years or older and competent. It is recommended that they be lawfully
present in the United States.
○ While Power of Attorney forms do not need to be notarized, we recommend doing so if
possible.
5. Avoid Criminal Activity and contact with those engaged in criminal activity.
○ Adhere to all laws an avoid any actions or individuals engaged in such actions that could lead
to interactions with law enforcement. With recent changes, even minor offenses can impact
your immigration status.
○ If arrested for a crime, consult with both your criminal and immigration attorneys before
accepting any plea deals or signing any legal agreements as it might impact your immigration
status.
6. Plan Financially
Ensure you have access to funds to cover legal fees, possible bonds and fines, and other
expenses related to your case. Consider setting up a separate savings account for these
purposes.
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Our amazing team comes from varying for profit and non-profit backgrounds and all have a long record of commitment and service to our nations Hispanic community on issues ranging from civil rights, civic engagement, education, immigration and more.
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Forward Latino empowers affiliates to inspire and engage communities, strengthen our democracy, improve the lives of working families, protect the environment, and stand up for equality and civil rights. We cultivate, train, and support a diverse national network of Latina/o/x community leaders addressing the civic, economic, and political challenges of the 21st century.