On April 1, this op-ed written by leaders from the VIP Clergy Caucus was published.  The numbers cited are already out of date: as of this posting, Covid-19 cases have increased to 2456.

After 100 clergy from Valley Interfaith Project and other congregations across the state called on the Governor to issue a Stay-at-Home order in Arizona, the governor responded with an urging to “Stay Home, Stay Healthy, Stay Connected.” In an AZ Mirror Op-Ed, VIP Clergy write that Arizonans must go beyond the Executive Order.

UPDATE: On March 30, Governor Ducey issued a Stay-at-Home order.

URGENT: Tell Congress to pass an economic stimulus plan that protects workers, families, and small businesses - not another corporate bailout!

Update 3/24/20: Keep contacting Congress.  The Senate deadlock continues and no vote has been taken.  

As of Monday morning, March 23, the US Senate is deadlocked on a nearly $2 Trillion dollars stimulus plan to address the COVID-19 public health and economic crisis. Organizations affiliated with the Industrial Areas Foundation throughout the country, like Valley Interfaith Project, are are calling on Congress THIS MORNING to do the right thing.

Contact your State Representatives by 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 23!

**Update:  On March 23, the Arizona House passed the bill to allocate $50 million for Coronavirus assistance. The bill is likely to be approved by the Governor. VIP will continue to watch this issue and monitor how funds are distributed. **