In July, a Ravenswood parent was detained by immigration in front of the family’s home and transferred to a detention facility out of state. The family was able to consult with an attorney with the $250 consultation fee covered by expenses left over from another Ravenswood gofundme.

Unfortunately, the constant stress and fear of ICE has taken a toll on this family and they have decided on voluntary departure together instead of facing an uncertain legal path forward and potentially lengthy detainment. Their attorney is able to represent them through this process to ensure that they are treated fairly and arrive in the correct country together, as a family.

We have left over funds from another fundraiser to cover some of this expense. $4000 has already been paid to retain representation for the family. Additional funds are needed for the following:

$2,700 for representation for the detained parent since their case has been severed from that of the family

$1,200 for plane tickets if CBP does not cover their tickets (in some cases this is happening)

We have about $950 left over from another fundraiser to put toward this as well. Any funds not used to cover attorneys fees will be saved for future immigration needs in our school community.

Any amount you can give is so helpful! Thank you for your continued kindness as we try to support this family as much as possible on this journey.

Please reach out to Jessica and Circle of Help Ravenswood with any questions.