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A Once-Quiet Donor Learns the Power of Publicizing Philanthropy

Editor — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:51:09 +0000

By Caroline Preston, The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Oct. 15, 2009

Robert Hildreth used to be quiet about his philanthropy. But that changed when federal immigration agents raided a leather factory in New Bedford, Mass., on a March day two years ago, arresting hundreds of illegal immigrants as they stitched clothing and equipment for American soldiers overseas.

Guatemalan IDs to be issued this weekend

valeria — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:24:12 +0000

Guatemalans living in Lynn can obtain a personal identification card issued by the regional consular office on Saturday and Sunday at La Vida, a reading school for Latino immigrants at St. Joseph’s Parish, 29 Green St.

National Immigrant Bond Fund assists illegals with receiving fair trial

valeria — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 20:16:41 +0000

By Charlotte A. Graham, countyreporter@laurelleadercall.com

Jacobo Diego and his wife, Ramona Estrada, are among hundreds of families to receive assistance from the New York-based National Immigration Bond Fund.

More Caps and Gowns

Editor — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:30:18 +0000

Editorial, June 11 2009, The Boston Globe

With high school graduations around the corner, school officials should be concerned about the 31 percent of students in the class of 2008 who did not go on to college. In their lifetimes, each will earn at least half a million dollars less than students with bachelor’s degrees. This wealth disparity is perpetuated when young students are deterred from even applying to college by limited experience and resources. Schools are often unable to give students enough individual attention to make sure that they have a plan for when they walk out the door.

NY Times: Obama to Push Immigration Bill as One Priority

admin — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 14:39:53 +0000

..While acknowledging that the recession makes the political battle more difficult, President Obama plans to begin addressing the country’s immigration system this year, including looking for a path for illegal immigrants to become legal, a senior administration official said on Wednesday…

With cash incentives, they save for college

admin — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 06:25:02 +0000

By James Vaznis, March 17, 2009, Boston Globe

LYNN – Often a philanthropist’s donation begins and ends with the writing of a check, for scholarships, college tuition, or endowed chairs.

The Defender

admin — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 05:57:53 +0000

By Charles P. Pierce, December 21, 2008, Boston Globe
When hundreds of illegals were arrested in New Bedford, torn away from their families and sent to Texas to be deported, Robert Hildreth decided that that wasn’t the America he was proud of. So he acted.
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The Other Bailout Plan

admin — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 05:58:14 +0000

By Paul McMorrow, November 2008, Boston Magazine
How one Boston banker’s investment became a national model for immigration advocates.
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Boston Investment banker’s little bond fund goes nationwide for immigrants

admin — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 05:58:38 +0000

By Patricia Zapor, August 22, 2008, The Pilot
SILVER SPRING, Md. (CNS) — Massachusetts investment banker and philanthropist Robert Hildreth’s success in business means Luis Delgado, a Mexican immigrant arrested in an immigration crackdown on a Maryland roofing company June 30, will get to be with his wife and children for the months it will take his legal case to be adjudicated.
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Crean el ‘Fondo Nacional de Fianzas para Indocumentados’

admin — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 05:59:35 +0000

August 14, 2008, El Lider USA
SILVER SPRING, Maryland – Tan pronto Luis Eduardo Delgado fue esposado, un agente federal le explicó su situación. Delgado, de 35 años, quien se expresó por medio de un intérprete, dijo que un agente de la Oficina de Inmigración y Aduanas (ICE) le dijo que no tenía derechos.
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