Hi everyone,

My name is Stephanie Howie, and I recently married the love of my life, a U.S. Citizen. We're geared towards building a life full of hope, partnership, and purpose - but we're facing an unexpected challenge: the cost of staying together legally in the United States.

To continue living here as a couple, I need to adjust my immigration status by applying for a marriage-based green card. This involved thousands in government filing fees, a required medical exam, and attorney support to ensure we do everything properly.

Here's a breakdown of what we're facing:

Expenses Include Cost

Government filing fees $3,005

I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) $675

I-485 (Application to Adjust Status) $1,440

I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization) $260

I-131 (Application for Permit to Travel) $630

Medical Exam $500

Attorney's fees $4,000

As a recent international student on an F-1 visa, I've had limited options for work and income. While we've saved what we can, we simply can't manage the full cost alone and that's why we're reaching out for support.

If you're able to donate anything - even $5 - it would bring us one step closer to building our life together. And if you're not in a position to give, we'd be so grateful if you shared this campaign with friends or loved ones.

Thank you for your time, your generosity, and your heart. This isn't just about paperwork but about our future together.

-Stephanie