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It takes a village ... not just to raise a child, but to help a refugee family succeed in the United States. We are seeking funds to help Sayed and his family thrive in their new home.
Sayed worked for the U.S. Government in Kabul, Afghanistan for about 12 years. First, he was a commissioned guard working side-by-side U.S. Army personnel as security for the city of Kabul and U.S. interests there. Then he began branching out and working at the U.S. Embassy in the 'Elevators and Fire Protection' division. When needed, Sayed also drove dignitaries around Kabul and helped ensure they were safe during their visits. Time permitting, he helped out with other maintenance projects, painting, et cetera.
For their dedication to the U.S., Sayed and his extended family were targeted by the Taliban. Sayed was shot in the leg, his father was jailed for months, his mother beaten and siblings killed. To protect them, the U.S. granted the family Special Immigrant Visas.
On November 9, 2016, Sayed, his wife Marzia, and their five children arrived in the U.S. to start their new lives as Americans. Many friends have donated clothing, toys, household items and food. And IRC has been very helpful providing housing and helping the family navigate the system. But they need more. The three oldest children Yasin (9 y/o), Saeeda (7 y/o), and Madina (5 y/o) are in school. We have set up low-cost internet, but they need a computer and printer.
In addition to a computer and printer, the family needs:
Mattresses - we have found some free bed frames on NextDoor but would like to buy new mattresses.
Bike locks - folks have donated some bikes, but they need good U-Locks to protect the bikes.
Interpreter - an interpreter is willing to work at a reduced rate, she is needed to help during tutoring sessions, this is an ongoing expense.
The family also needs assistance buying the usual household items such as laundry soap (and quarters to do laundry), tooth paste, toilet paper, all things we take for granted.
Finally, Sayed and his extended family in Sacramento (15 people total) are in need of transportation. Sayed has been looking for work, but so far the available opportunities are in Elk Grove, Davis, Woodland and Dixon - not easily reached by bike or public transportation. If there is enough support, we are looking to buy or make a down payment on a car.
Thank you!
It takes a village ... not just to raise a child, but to help a refugee family succeed in the United States. We are seeking funds to help Sayed and his family thrive in their new home.
Sayed worked for the U.S. Government in Kabul, Afghanistan for about 12 years. First, he was a commissioned guard working side-by-side U.S. Army personnel as security for the city of Kabul and U.S. interests there. Then he began branching out and working at the U.S. Embassy in the 'Elevators and Fire Protection' division. When needed, Sayed also drove dignitaries around Kabul and helped ensure they were safe during their visits. Time permitting, he helped out with other maintenance projects, painting, et cetera.
For their dedication to the U.S., Sayed and his extended family were targeted by the Taliban. Sayed was shot in the leg, his father was jailed for months, his mother beaten and siblings killed. To protect them, the U.S. granted the family Special Immigrant Visas.
On November 9, 2016, Sayed, his wife Marzia, and their five children arrived in the U.S. to start their new lives as Americans. Many friends have donated clothing, toys, household items and food. And IRC has been very helpful providing housing and helping the family navigate the system. But they need more. The three oldest children Yasin (9 y/o), Saeeda (7 y/o), and Madina (5 y/o) are in school. We have set up low-cost internet, but they need a computer and printer.
In addition to a computer and printer, the family needs:
Mattresses - we have found some free bed frames on NextDoor but would like to buy new mattresses.
Bike locks - folks have donated some bikes, but they need good U-Locks to protect the bikes.
Interpreter - an interpreter is willing to work at a reduced rate, she is needed to help during tutoring sessions, this is an ongoing expense.
The family also needs assistance buying the usual household items such as laundry soap (and quarters to do laundry), tooth paste, toilet paper, all things we take for granted.
Finally, Sayed and his extended family in Sacramento (15 people total) are in need of transportation. Sayed has been looking for work, but so far the available opportunities are in Elk Grove, Davis, Woodland and Dixon - not easily reached by bike or public transportation. If there is enough support, we are looking to buy or make a down payment on a car.
Thank you!