Fundraiser

“Dear PoPville,

would be willing to amplify a gofundme for a local man who was detained by ICE at his job on Monday. Willian is being held by at the Farmville detention center. His mother, Ana, has been my children’s nanny for nearly 4 years and I’m doing whatever I can to help – and quickly realize the thing most in my control is to help reduce the financial burden for the family.”

The gofundme says:

“For nearly four years, Ana has been a cherished part of our family. She has cared for our children with unwavering love, patience, and dedication, and over the years she has become much more than an employee—she has become family.

This week, her son, Willian, was detained by ICE while at work. Willian is the devoted father of two young U.S.-citizen children and the son of a naturalized U.S. citizen. He has been participating in the immigration process for years, has active work authorization issued by the U.S. government, and was actively pursuing his case through the legal system. His detention has left his family facing uncertainty and significant legal expenses at a moment when they should be focused on supporting one another. (more…)

“Dear PoPville,

Felicia is a local senior high school student, the president of her Student Government Association, and a recipient of the Stephen Joel Trachtenberg Scholarship, which awards a full ride at GWU to just ten DC high school students each year.

A stellar student who has grown up too quickly with many immigrant family responsibilities, she and her family are now being threatened with deportation.”

The GoFundMe says:

“My family is facing a critical moment as we deal with a pending immigration case just 2 days before my graduation. For the past four years, I have worked tirelessly—studying and striving to build a better future for us. Now, with graduation so close, we are confronted with costly legal fees that threaten everything we’ve worked for. The uncertainty of standing before a judge, not knowing if I will be able to return home and walk across the stage with my peers, is overwhelming. (more…)

via GoFundMe

Thanks to all who passed on the GoFundMe for Jahari:

“My sweet 10-year-old grandson, Jahari, has faced two devastating events in just a week. In his own neighborhood, a teenager, known for robbing young kids in the area, held a gun to Jahari’s head and stole his personal scooter. His mother, a protective educator, hoped that after a week of recovery, a birthday party might give him a small sense of normalcy, so she allowed him to attend his friend’s party. The two friends decided to ride scooters in the neighborhood. Tragically, as they were in the bike lane, Jahari and his friend were hit by a reckless group of illegal ATV riders. Jahari was left in the street bleeding, and his friend suffered injuries as well.

Jahari now faces (more…)

“Dear PoPville,

I’m reaching out with a GoFundMe for a community member in need. The husband was detained by ICE in December and the mother and three children are now trying to self deport, but need help in the meantime. As a new mother myself, I cannot imagine the pain this family is experiencing.”

The GoFundMe says:

“Help a Mother of Three Support Her Family after Husband’s Detention Ernesto*, a devoted husband and father, was on his way to his job in construction in Washington, DC on December 10 when he was detained by ICE, leaving behind his loving wife, Ana*, and their children – two daughters, age 7 and 8, and a 3-year-old son. With Ernesto in a detention center thousands of miles away in Texas, Ana is left to care for their three young children alone, all while struggling with the heartbreak of their separation. (more…)

Fri, March 20th, 7 pm
Children’s National
7144 13th pl NW

Tickets here.

From an email:

“Perch Supper Club is a Washington, DC–based dining experience from Chef Sam Molavi and Spencer Launer, created out of a shared love of bringing people together over exceptional food, thoughtful wine, and meaningful community. With each gathering, Perch aims to pair hospitality with purpose — supporting causes close to our hearts.

We couldn’t imagine a more meaningful way to relaunch Perch than in support of Children’s National.

February 25 marks one year since Spencer and Alison’s daughter, Leni, underwent open-heart surgery. Born with a ventricular septal defect (VSD), Leni’s arrival brought immense joy, followed by months of uncertainty.

Reflecting on that year and the care that carried their family through it, Spencer and Alison shared: (more…)