Dear Friends and Family,

I am honored to be participating in Immigrant Family Services Institute: Peer to Peer Fundraising Campaign, a fundraiser supporting Immigrant Family Services Institute! As someone directly involved with IFSI, I have witnessed firsthand the incredible impact of IFSI's work on families and their children.

For many of the most vulnerable families in Massachusetts, IFSI is a precious lifeline during an unprecedented crisis. While many other sources of support for the immigrant community have vanished, IFSI continues to meet the immediate needs of families, providing access to stability, basic services, and new life-changing opportunities.

This year, IFSI's work is more urgent than ever. On November 26th, the US government announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti. This humanitarian protection, which has allowed members of the Haitian community to live and work safely and with dignity in the US, is now set to end on February 4th 2026.

In the current political landscape, IFSI's work is more important than ever. Your financial support--no matter the level--will provide essential resources and help IFSI expand critical access to:

• Shelter, medical care, and nutritional assistance for vulnerable families.

• Legal and immigration services to navigate complex systems.

• Workforce development and job training to achieve self-sufficiency.

• Mental health support and family stabilization for those healing from trauma.

• Music education and after-school programming for children.

• Youth leadership opportunities that empower the next generation.

I am passionate about this cause and am asking for your help! Every donation—big or small—helps me reach my fundraising goal and directly supports IFSI's vital work.

Here's how you can help:

• Donate: Contribute whatever you can. No amount is too small!
• Spread the Word: Share my fundraising page with your friends, family, and social networks. Let’s spread awareness so we can raise more!

Thank you for standing by me in this effort. Your support means the world to me!