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Santa Fe Fest Keeps Lifelines for Immigrants Strong with Monthly Giving

A Santa Fe community fest spotlights monthly donations as a steady lifeline for immigrant legal aid and support services.

Juan Oliveros
By Juan Oliveros
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Building sustainable resources for immigrants grabbed the spotlight as local businesses partnered with Contigo Immigrant Justice (CIJ) to host Todos Juntos Fest. The event brought together community members who explored local vendors, accessed immigrant support resources, and joined music-filled activities led by a live DJ.

Held across venues including Zendo Coffee, Side Track Brewing Company, and Flyby Provisions on Saturday, the fest, a grassroots initiative, aims to link neighbors to support services and sustained giving opportunities.

At the heart of the initiative is a push for predictable, monthly contributions that, according to organizers, are key to sustaining legal aid and other essential services for immigrants, particularly those with limited access to support systems.

“Knowing how much money we have every month is really helpful in creating sustainable resources for immigrants in the community,” said Ben Rose, community engagement manager of Contigo Immigrant Justice. “It’s about building a strong community in support of immigrants.”

The organization officially rebranded from Santa Fe Dreamers Project to Contigo Immigrant Justice in 2025. It has spent over a decade advocating for immigrant communities, with programs focused on legal assistance, education, and grassroots organizing.

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