<div>My name is Matthew Lee, and I am a Boston-based flutist, conductor, and educator, originally from Gisborne, New Zealand. I just recently graduated with my Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Boston University, where I have been studying since 2018. I am now moving into the next phase of my life and career and looking to stay in the United States. In order to do this, <strong>I need to obtain an O-1 Visa (Alien of Extraordinary Ability).</strong>

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<div>I have been in touch with an immigration attorney based here in Boston, and the costs of preparing and applying for this visa will run close to $7,000 USD. I have about half of this saved already and am now turning to you, my friends, family, and colleagues, to try and raise the remaining amount needed.

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<div>I have been incredibly successful in building a life for myself here in the United States and Boston, and I just know there is more to do; my story here is not quite over. <strong>Please, if you can help in any way, it will be greatly appreciated!</strong>

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Help Matthew Lee Stay in the USA

Help Matthew Lee Stay in the USA

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