
Help Us Support Street Vendors in Orange County
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In the heart of Orange County, street vendors are a meaningful part of our local communities. They serve delicious food, offer handmade goods, and bring life and culture to our neighborhoods. But behind the warm smiles and tireless work is a painful reality — many of these vendors are undocumented immigrants now facing the threat of deportation.
They continue to work under intense fear, not because they want to — but because they have to. Their families rely on them to make ends meet. For many, there is no safety net. Each day they risk not just their livelihood, but their freedom and the stability of their families.
We are raising funds to buy out these vendors’ full carts for the day, so they can go home without fear — with money in their pockets, and dignity intact. Your donation means they can take a break from the streets, provide for their loved ones, and stay out of danger — even if just for a little while.
These are our neighbors, our friends, and essential members of our community. Let’s show them they’re not alone.
Please help us reach our goal so we can support as many vendors as possible. Every dollar goes directly to buying out their inventory and giving them the chance to breathe. We will provide updates and share anonymous stories via GoFundMe and social media.
Thank you for standing with us, and with them.
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Organizer and beneficiary
Valeria Balino
Organizer
Costa Mesa, CA
Natalie Castaneda
Beneficiary