Resources

MIRAC is an all-volunteer, grassroots, social movement organization. MIRAC is not a law firm and does not offer legal representation or advice on specific cases. MIRAC does provide general know your rights information on immigration topics. We offer these resources based on positive experiences with these organizations, but the resources listed on this page are not directly affiliated with MIRAC.

Anti-Deportation & Immigration Resources

Some organizations in Minnesota that work to support people who are detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

  • MIRAC Deportation Defense
    • We are not lawyers, but we may be able to help you find one. Contact us to see if we are able to assist you or someone you know who is detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
    • miracmn@gmail.com
  • Interfaith Coalition on Immigration - Accompanying Immigrants in Detention (ICOM AID)
    • The Accompanying Immigrants in Detention (AID) program enables ICOM volunteers to directly support immigrant detainees and their families who live in the Twin Cities area. They accompany individuals in immigration detention and their families, provide emotional and financial support and help make connections to resources.
    • Leave a voicemail at 612-217-1185
  • Release MN 8
    • Fighting to end detention and deportation in Southeast Asian communities. ReleaseMN8’s mission is to provide direct support to Southeast Asian families impacted by detention and deportation through community organizing and leadership development to bring about social and political change.
  • Black Immigrant Collective
    • A Black-led immigrant organization working at the intersection of Blackness and immigration that works on legal clinics, policy, mutual aid, support for undocumented Black immigrants, story telling and resource sharing.
  • Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
    • If you are detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or calling on behalf of someone in the custody of ICE, please call 651-641-1011 during their intake hours to receive assistance.
  • Volunteer Lawyer Network (VLN)
    • VLN is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to connecting Minnesotans experiencing poverty with some of the top private lawyers in the state at no cost. Connecting volunteer attorneys with clients in need. Call 612-752-6677.

Immigration Case Information

  • USCIS Case Status
    • If you have an Application Receipt Number from the USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services), you can check the status of your case online. The 13-character Application Receipt Number is found on application notices from USCIS.

Anti-Deportation Preparation and Documents

DACA Resources

Resources for people with DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) or who may qualify for DACA.

  • Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
    • Call 651-641-1011 or 1-800-223-1368 for DACA renewals or for intake screening for possible assistance with DACA initial applications.
  • Mexican consulate
    • The Mexican consulate may be able to provide assistance with DACA renewal for Mexican nationals. For more information, call the Mexican Consulate’s Centro de Información y Asistencia a Mexicanos (CIAM) at 520-623-7874

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Resources

Food Resources

Workplace Issues Resources

Housing Resources

Some resources for housing-related issues for renters and unhoused people in Minnesota.

  • MN Home Line
    • Free legal help for renters in Minnesota from a non-governmental, non-profit organization.
    • Twin Cities area 612-728-5767
    • Greater Minnesota 866-866-3546
    • Spanish 612-255-8870
    • Somali 612-255-8860
    • Hmong 612-255-7104
  • Youth Services Network MN
    • Helping youth find shelter and services
  • Coordinated Entry | Shelter Availability for Families
    • 651-215-2262
  • List of Local Shelters

Police Misconduct Resources

Resources to organize to stop police misconduct in our communities.

Protest and Activism Resources

Resources for protesters and activists.

Organizing Against Border Militarization and Border Camps

Other Organizations and Resources

  • CLUES (Comunidades Latinas Unidas en Servicio)
    • CLUES offers many services for Latino communities in Minnesota including immigration resources, classes, physical and emotional wellness, survivor advocacy and support, children and parenting, economic empowerment, arts and culture, advocacy and community engagement, youth programs, Latino elder programs.
    • Saint Paul 651-379-4200
    • Minneapolis 612-746-3500
    • Austin 507-355-2575
    • Willmar 320-262-5106
  • Minneapolis Office of Immigrant & Refugee Affairs
    • Provides guidance on immigration and refugee issues to elected leaders, policy makers and city staff, and works to promote the city's legislative priorities on immigration related matters.
    • 612-394-6018
    • oira@minneapolismn.gov
  • Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR-MN)
    • CAIR advocates for civil liberties and rights for Muslims in the U.S., including many immigrants and refugees.
  • The International Institute of Minnesota
    • 651-647-0191

National Immigrant Rights Organizations and Resources