John,

We need immigration solutions that reflect the welcome that so many Americans and American communities already demonstrate.

Our ability to welcome immigrants and fully integrate them into our society is one of America’s greatest strengths and has helped us thrive — native-born and immigrants alike.

I’ve seen this spirit of welcome in my own community here in Arizona, as churches and faith-based organizations are partnering with the government to assist asylum-seekers seeking temporary refuge in our communities before moving on to their next destination. I’ve also seen this welcome through the essential services and support that organizations like Neighborhood Ministries, Immigrant Hope Mesa and Phoenix Refugee Connections are providing immigrants and refugees looking to make Arizona their home.

That’s why "welcome" is a key component of our recently launched "A Better Way Forward: 2024 Immigration Principles." We need elected leaders and candidates to prioritize policies that welcome newcomers, not turn them away.

We’re pushing these principles to a wide audience, and we need your support. Will you consider making a gift to support our end-of-quarter fundraising efforts? Your generous gift today will help the Forum extend and expand our work for a better way forward on immigration.

That means welcoming newcomers through words and actions. When we welcome immigrants humanely, we all can benefit, strengthening our communities, creating prosperity and honoring the humanity of people seeking safety and a better life.

We are all stronger when we can come together and create a more welcoming place for all.

Support our efforts for more welcoming and secure immigration solutions and to build a better way forward on immigration.

With appreciation,

Adam Estle
Senior Vice President of Field & Constituencies
National Immigration Forum