Faith Action ID
IJC and Faith Action from Greensboro have partnered to host a Faith Action ID Drive events for the High Country community.
Faith Action "provides cardholders with a verifiable form of identification that can be used as a tool by law enforcement, health centers, schools, nonprofits, businesses, and cultural arts organizations to better identify, serve, and protect them. The ID card provides greater dignity and access to cardholders, while building greater understanding, trust, and cooperation with community partners." To find out more about Faith Action, visit their website: FaithActionID Program.
Quick Guide
To receive a FaithAction ID, participants must:
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Attend a mandatory orientation
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Provide proof of name
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Provide proof of current address
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ID cards are free and must be renewed each year
/ Benefits
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Helps prevent unintended arrests for not having identification
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Valid for local schools, hospitals, organizations, and Boone PD
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Certain businesses offer discounts to ID holders
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Reduces fear by improving community trust and safety
/ Limitations
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Not a government-issued ID or driver’s license
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Will not stop prosecution if you commit a crime
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Many banks, airports, or federal buildings will not accept the ID
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Does not offer any form of immigration status
Current Partners
Accepted
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Watauga County Public Library
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Community Care Clinic
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High Country Community Health
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Hospitality House
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Life Store Bank
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Watauga County Schools
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Watauga Medical Center
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Hunger & Health Coalition
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Watauga County Department of Social Services
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Oasis, Inc.
Discounts
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La Monarca Tienda (2%)
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Los Arcoiris (7%)
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Los Tres Reyes (5%)
Supporters
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Bobby’s Carwash
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Taqueria El Paso
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Tienda Gladys Mexican Store
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Dos Amigos
For more information or to schedule a service: Contact Juan Rivera at 828-372-2561​
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