Thank You from the SURJ DC Migrant Justice Team
Published on January 7, 2023 by Susie
Hi everyone,
We hope that you are all staying safe and healthy. As we move into 2023, the SURJ DC Migrant Justice Team would like to thank you for your support and share a list of important highlights from 2022.
In 2022, individuals in our community donated over $17,000 to support local immigrant families. Others have donated items and helped transport donations to a family in need. This community support has been critical to ensuring these individuals and families feel welcomed and able to stay long-term in the DMV region.
Some of the Migrant Justice Team's 2022 accomplishments include:
- Ensuring housing stability for one family through monthly rent support;
- Covering costs associated with one person getting permanent residency (his green card);
- Covering unexpected medical expenses for a mother and her newborn baby;
- Providing emergency food assistance to a family; and
- Holding donation drives for a family so they would have needed clothing and household items.
In 2023, we need to fundraise at least $1,700 monthly in order to continue offering the support these families need. Every donation makes a real difference in the lives of these immigrant families.
Thank you for your ongoing support. We would not be able to offer these families with this level of care without you.
We wish a happy new year to you and your loved ones!
Sincerely,
Marit and Susie from SURJ-DC's Migrant Justice Team