The Illinois Funders DACA Relief Initiative (IDRI) is a short-term collaborative fund. It is designed to respond to the need for immediate action by and capacity-building for nonprofits that seek to assist youth and young adults eligible for relief under Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). DACA allows some immigrants to apply for a temporary shield from deportation, enabling them to live and work legally in the United States. IDRI began in July 2012 and will end January 31, 2014. IDRI is a special project of The Chicago Community Trust, which serves as its fiscal sponsor.





