Leti embodies 'The Immigrant Story,' industrious, courageous and an against-all-odds inspiration. She came to the U.S. alone at 14, after her father's death, seeking safety and security. She learned English and became a proud U.S. citizen. She worked her fingers to the bone, seven days a week, making tortillas and cleaning homes until she could buy herself a house and raise four children. At the time of purchase, Leti put the house in the name of her two eldest children.

Leti attained the security she dreamt of in the form of her house. Amidst tragedies and losses, the house was her respite and consistent solace. When Nancy (pictured above), Leti’s second eldest, died tragically as a young adult Nancy's children were provided continuity by living in that safe, familiar house. No other house would feel the same; it contained the priceless memories of a family once harmonious and complete.

At age 60, Leti is now on the verge of losing her house to cruelty and a loophole. After Nancy’s death, Leti’s eldest daughter and son-in-law decided to claim the house as their own because the daughter’s name now appeared alone on the title. Leti has spent the last three years, heartbroken and exhausted, battling through lawyers and mediators with every penny to keep what she dedicated her life to earning. The daughter and son-in-law finally agreed on a buyout amount to put the title in its rightful owner's name. But, Leti is out of money.

Leti has helped my family for 36 years. She lovingly aided my mother for 10 of those years as she lie bed bound, dying from cancer. Leti is all heart. She is gentle, nurturing and generous. She hasn't a selfish bone in her body.

Please help me correct this injustice. Your support can make all the difference with legal, mediation and buyout costs. We can prevent upheaval for Leti, her children and grandchildren. Enormous thanks.