This document discusses the importance of ensuring an accurate count of border communities in the 2010 Census. It notes that border populations are considered "hard-to-count" due to factors like immigration status, language barriers, and distrust of government. An undercount could result in lost federal funding for services and less political representation. The document provides resources for Census outreach, including partnering with organizations, educating communities about confidentiality, and strategies for spreading awareness. The goal is for all residents to participate to secure fair representation and resources for border areas.

1. The Importance of Counting Everyone in Border Communities in Census 2010

2. Census 2010 What is Census 2010 Why is it so important? Hard-to-Count populations Border Communities Count Campaign Important messages Resources What we can do www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 2

3. Frontera Asset Building Network A coalition of 80+ organizations Southwest Border of the United States Helping working families increase their income stabilize their financial lives build wealth Frontera Asset Building Network www.fabnetwork.org3

4. 2010 Census The 2010 Census is a count of everyone residing in the United States Everyone regardless of citizenship must be counted April 1, 2010 is Census Day www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 4

5. How People are Counted www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 5 Step 1: March 2010 households receive Census form either by mail or in person. Step 2: March-April 1 households complete the form & mail it back. Step 3: April 1, 2010 is Census Day. Responses on the form should include everyone living at an address. Step 4: April-July follow-up. Those who haven’t responded will be visited by a Census worker. Step 5: Dec 31, 2010 the final results will be sent to the President.

6. You may not know… 4:1 - rate at which Latinos were more likely to be missed in Census 2000 $478 million - the estimated amount of net federal funds lost to states from 2002-2012 due to undercounting in the 2000 Census $1,200 to $2,200 per person – approximate federal funding Border communities currently receive related to 2000 Census count www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 6

7. Important Reasons for Ensuring an Accurate Count in Your Community Consequences of undercounting are significant Federal funding Voting rights Economic development & private investment Community services & infrastructure Data for decisions www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 7

8. Border Area Population is Hard-to-Count Many populations at high risk of not being counted: Immigrants Undocumented persons Families with young children Families with mixed legal status Transient or displaced families, such as homeless people, foreclosure victims, and migrant workers Isolated communities - rural, colonias & Native American reservations www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 8

9. Hard-to-Count Counties www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 9 Census maps out strategy to count hardest-to-get residents. USA TODAY 10-20-09

10. Hard-to-Count Counties Southwest Border Region www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 10 California Arizona New Mexico Texas Adapted from Census Map USA TODAY 10-20-09

11. In These Hard-to-Count Populations Trust issues Mistrust of government agencies Fear Language as a barrier Tentative about filling out forms Worried about where the information goes www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 11

14. In Spanish & English

15. Community-based Census Assistance Centers www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 13

16. 10 questions – 10 minutes www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 14

18. Individual information is safe & strongly protected by lawCensus Bureau staff cannot share information with anyone including federal & law enforcement entities Stiff penalties for a breach www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 15

19. Some Important Messages Everyone counts It’s vital to participate in Census 2010 The Census is important for your community Benefits Community impact www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 16

20. How Census Data Benefits Us www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 17 From U.S. Census Bureau’s Toolkit for Reaching Latinos

21. Some Important Messages It’s vital to participate in Census 2010 The Census is important for your community Benefits Community impact Safety Confidentiality Ease www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 18

22. By participating in the Census, you can help create a better future for you & those important to you. www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 19

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24. Ensure a complete, accurate & just count in southwest Border communities Partner & collaborate with national, regional & local groups Reach those at high risk of not being counted www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 21

25. Border Communities Count Resources Website Census resources Small grants Outreach strategies News & updates Twitter Webinars & trainings Technical assistance www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 22

26. FABN Small Grants Deadline Dec 15, 2009 Census outreach for hard-to-count groups Southwest Border states Up to $3,000 501c3 organizations Be an official Census partner Overlay outreach activities on existing programs Complete all activities by March 30, 2010 www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 23

27. U.S. Census Bureau Resources Website Become a Partner Complete Count Committee Toolkits Latinos Immigrants Migrant Workers Questionnaire Assistance Centers www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 24

28. U.S. Census Partnership Sites Denver 720-475-3670 Los Angeles 818-717-5820 Dallas 214-637-9680 www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 25 Southwest Border States Census Bureau 1-866-928-2010 Spanish assistance

29. NALEO’s Ya Es Hora Campaign Website How to Complete the Cenus Form Step-by-step guide Toolkits Spanish/English information www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 26

30. Nonprofits Count Website Census Toolkit for Nonprofits Fact Sheets www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 27

31. Indian Country Counts Website Toolkit for Tribes Cool T-shirts Webinars & videos News & updates Discussion boards www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 28

32. Other National & Regional Resources Leadership Conference on Civil Rights California Complete Count League of Women Voters Asian American Justice Center LULAC(League of United Latin American Citizens) www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 29

33. Our Biggest Resource The trusted voices of grassroots nonprofit & other community-based groups Directly connecting with residents Collaborating with you www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 30

34. What You Can Do Join the Border Community Counts initiative! Stay updated with our Enews & Twitter Become a US Census Partner Connect with local Complete Count Committee Explore existing resources Get active www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 31

35. Outreach Strategies Put information about the Census in newsletters & Enews Place links to US Census & other resources on your web site Host information events Partner with regional & local groups to get the word out Find ways to add Census outreach & education to your existing programs Distribute information to all your contacts & clients – email, fliers, paycheck stuffers etc Ask volunteers & staff to get the word out Talk to local media about covering the Census Get involved in big or small ways www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 32

36. We all need to act together to make sure the Border region is counted fairly & accurately www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 33

37. Thank You for Participating Maria Markham Frontera Asset Building Network Census 2010 Coordinator info@fabnetwork.org 202-486-8813 Follow FABN online: Website | Census Information | Twitter | E-news Building strong financial futures for working families in the Southwest Border LET’S MAKE www.fabnetwork.org Frontera Asset Building Network 34