**Update: After paying a $10K and using their last $2K for rent, the family now has their father back but is unable to work and contribute financially. Though forced to wear an ankle monitor, the children's hearts are full to have their father back and mom is relieved to have her husband back. Help them recover those $2K by Jan 10 and cover ongoing legal expenses.

A hardworking father from the Oak View/Eastern community has been stripped away by ICE from his wife and four boys after living and contributing to the Long Branch community for two decades.

Immigration lawyers are optimistic about his case, and the oldest teen and mom have been working tirelessly to keep a roof over their heads and pay legal fees to fight for their father’s return. With the father gone for three months, his four boys—who are deeply attached to him—have been profoundly affected emotionally by this tragedy. The eldest son has even put his college savings into contributing to his family. On top of everything, their one-year-old is recovering from an infection after a minor surgery.

The family is now facing mounting challenges with their breadwinner unable to contribute. Help us raise $16,000 to help pay their rent, utilities, and expensive legal fees, including a granted bond. Despite their strength and determination, the financial and emotional toll is overwhelming.

To maintain the family’s privacy, identifying information will not be included. Your support can make a real difference for this family as they fight to stay together and rebuild their lives. Please consider donating or sharing this fundraiser to help them through this difficult time.

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Un padre trabajador de la comunidad de Oak View/Eastern ha sido separado por ICE de su esposa y sus cuatro hijos después de vivir y contribuir a la comunidad de Long Branch durante dos décadas.

Los abogados de inmigración son optimistas sobre su caso, y el hijo mayor y la madre han estado trabajando incansablemente para mantener a la familia y pagar los honorarios legales para luchar por el regreso de su padre. Tras tres meses de ausencia del padre, sus cuatro hijos, que tienen un fuerte vínculo con él, se han visto profundamente afectados emocionalmente por esta tragedia. El hijo mayor incluso ha puesto sus ahorros universitarios para contribuir a su familia. Además, su hijo de un año se está recuperando de una infección después de una cirugía menor.

La familia ahora enfrenta desafíos crecientes. Necesitan ayuda para pagar el alquiler, los servicios públicos y los costosos honorarios legales, incluido una fianza concedida. A pesar de su fortaleza y determinación, la carga financiera y emocional es abrumadora.

Para preservar la privacidad de la familia, no se incluirá información que permita su identificación. Su apoyo puede marcar una verdadera diferencia para esta familia mientras luchan por permanecer juntos y reconstruir sus vidas. Por favor, considere donar o compartir esta recaudación de fondos para ayudarles en este momento tan difícil.