Por
For you
In Spanish, a language many of our clients speak, “por” means “for” and “on behalf of.” We stand with our clients and work on their behalf.
About us
Our story
Por Legal began with a question we heard again and again: “What is happening with my case?”
Where we come from
Built around the people we serve
Newhope Immigrant is a California nonprofit corporation and an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity in City of Industry. We focus on the people who need help most: new immigrants, low-income individuals and families, and others who are easily left behind.
Most of the people who come to us speak Chinese or Spanish, and some have had little formal schooling. Letters from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or the immigration court arrive in English, full of legal terms, and an online case status can change without any explanation. Our clients counted on us to read those letters with them, check on their cases, and explain what each change meant.
As more people came to us, we wanted a name they could remember and trust. That is how Por Legal began: the name under which Newhope Immigrant offers immigration legal services, in person, in English, Spanish and Chinese.
Our name
What “Por Legal” means
Every part of our name carries a promise to the people we serve.
Portal
An open door
“Por” also echoes “portal.” We want to be the open door through which new immigrants find clear, reliable legal help.
破
Breaking through
To Chinese speakers, “Por” sounds like 破 (pò), “to break through.” We help clients break through barriers of language and information.
A new sunrise
Our logo is a speech bubble in the shape of a “P,” with a rising sun inside: conversation in your language, and the new hope in the name Newhope Immigrant.
Our mission
To help new immigrants and low-income families understand their immigration matters and protect their rights: clearly, reliably, and in their own language.
Our vision
A community where no one loses their way in the immigration process because of language, cost or a lack of information.
Our values
What guides our work
Integrity
We give honest, careful answers and never promise outcomes no one can guarantee.
Respect
Every client is treated with patience and dignity, whatever their background or education.
Clarity
We explain legal processes in plain language, in English, Spanish or Chinese.
Looking ahead
Today we follow every case carefully by hand, and we keep improving how we work so we can serve more people.
Milestones
Our journey so far
- Jan 9, 2024
Tax-exempt status takes effect
The IRS recognizes NEWHOPE IMMIGRANT as a 501(c)(3) public charity, effective January 9, 2024.
- Mar 8, 2024
IRS determination letter
The IRS issues its determination letter. Contributions to NEWHOPE IMMIGRANT are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
- 2024
An office in City of Industry
17800 Castleton St, Suite 230 becomes our principal office.
- Dec 31, 2024
Registered with the California Attorney General
NEWHOPE IMMIGRANT joins the California Registry of Charities and Fundraisers.
- Today
Serving as Por Legal
We help new immigrants and low-income families in person, in English, Spanish and Chinese, under the Por Legal name.
Leadership
The people behind Por Legal
Our officers are on public record with the California Secretary of State.
Zhongping Ge
Chief Executive Officer
Tracy King
Secretary · Immigration Program Director
Organization
Who we are
Por Legal is the public name of our immigration legal services. The legal entity behind it is NEWHOPE IMMIGRANT, a California nonprofit corporation and IRS 501(c)(3) public charity.
- Brand
- Por Legal
- Operated by
- NEWHOPE IMMIGRANT
- Organization type
- California nonprofit corporation
- Tax status
- IRS 501(c)(3) public charity
- Charity registration
- California Registry of Charities
- Fees
- Free or low-cost; help with government fee waivers
- Who we serve
- New immigrants and low-income individuals and families
- Address
- 17800 Castleton St Ste 230
City of Industry, CA 91748 - How we serve
- In person at our office
- Languages
- English, Spanish and Chinese
IRS 501(c)(3) public charity
NEWHOPE IMMIGRANT
Tax-exempt since January 9, 2024
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NEWHOPE IMMIGRANT
On file with the California Secretary of State
Search by name with the Secretary of StateCalifornia Registry of Charities
NEWHOPE IMMIGRANT
Registered with the California Attorney General
Search by name in the RegistryWe’re here to help
Visit our office in City of Industry, California. We serve clients in person, and our services are free or low-cost.