Hello, my name is Cristal.
On Monday, January 5th, at around 1:00 p.m., my dad was taken by ICE while he was at work. He has been in this country for almost 30 years and has spent that time working hard to provide for our family. He is a devoted father, a faithful member of our church who never misses Sunday service, and someone who always gives back to his community. Anybody that knows him personally knows that he is one of the most caring, genuine, hardworking and kind soul that always offers to help other people even when he doesn’t have much. He never fails to pays his taxes and has lived his life with responsibility and so much love in his heart. He currently has a chronic lung condition at 69 years old and we are worried about his health, access to medications and safety while he is detained.
This situation has been heartbreaking and overwhelming for our family. Although we never imagined asking for financial help, we are now faced with unexpected expenses, including legal fees, travel costs, and other related expenses during this difficult time.
Any donation, no matter how small, would mean more to us than we can express. If you are unable to donate, we ask that you please keep our family in your prayers and consider sharing this fundraiser.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your support, kindness, and compassion.
— Cristal
Hola, mi nombre es Cristal.
El lunes 5 de enero, alrededor de la 1:00 p. m., mi papá fue detenido por ICE mientras estaba en su trabajo. Ha vivido en este país por más de 25 años y durante todo ese tiempo se ha esforzado mucho para mantener a nuestra familia. Es un padre ejemplar, un miembro fiel de nuestra iglesia que nunca falta a la misa dominical y una persona que siempre ayuda a su comunidad. Paga sus impuestos y ha vivido su vida con responsabilidad y amor. Actualmente padece una enfermedad pulmonar crónica y estamos preocupados por su salud y seguridad mientras está detenido.
Esta situación ha sido desgarradora y abrumadora para nuestra familia. Aunque nunca imaginamos tener que pedir ayuda financiera, ahora nos enfrentamos a gastos inesperados, incluyendo honorarios legales, gastos de viaje y otros gastos relacionados durante este difícil momento.
Cualquier donación, por pequeña que sea, significaría muchísimo para nosotros. Si no les es posible donar, les pedimos que por favor tengan a nuestra familia en sus oraciones y consideren compartir esta campaña de recaudación de fondos.
Gracias de todo corazón por su apoyo, amabilidad y compasión.
— Cristal
