AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

July 19, 2025 at 12:33 PM

Block the Bombs, housing victory, immigrant rights

Resources to inform and support your activism   SATURDAY, JULY 19, 2025 Weekend Reading Protesters demonstrate against U.S. military assistance for Israel last year. Credit: Eman Mohammed  Hi Friend,  Since October 2023, the United States has sent over $30 billion in taxpayer-funded weapons to Isra…

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  Amy Gottlieb, AFSC · [email protected]

July 15, 2025 at 3:31 PM

Sign the petition: Immigrants make our communities stronger

We don’t need armed government agents disrupting the peace and safety of our communities. We need an immigration system that is welcoming, dignified, and fair. SIGN THE PETITION Immigrants make our communities strongerDear Friend,  Immigrants make our communities stronger. They are parents, student…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

July 12, 2025 at 12:32 PM

Mental health in Gaza, ICE raids, reparative justice grants

Resources to inform and support your activism   SATURDAY, JULY 12, 2025 Weekend Reading A psychosocial support session for widows in a displacement camp in Gaza. Photo: Amjad Al Fayomi Hi Friend,  Every day, more Palestinians in Gaza are killed by bombings, starvation, and disease. While the need is…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

July 5, 2025 at 12:31 PM

ICE raids, aid for Gaza, food justice

Resources to inform and support your activism   SATURDAY, JULY 5, 2025 Weekend Reading In New Jersey, community members prepare Know Your Rights materials to help people prepare for encounters with ICE. Photo: AFSC/New Jersey   Hi Friend,  We hope you and your loved ones are well. These are challeng…

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  Amy Gottlieb, AFSC · [email protected]

July 3, 2025 at 7:31 PM

Stronger With Immigrants

Your support is helping win immigration cases, preparing communities for interactions with ICE, and more. Stronger With Immigrants Dear Friend,  Thank you for all you do to make our world a better place. Your support for welcoming and just communities matters. Your generosity is making a difference…

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  Amy Gottlieb, AFSC · [email protected]

June 30, 2025 at 1:03 PM

Deadline: Midnight tonight

Today is your last day to join the Refugee Response Fund Matching Gift Challenge. Don’t miss out!   I WANT TO HELP   DEADLINE: TONIGHT  Dear Friend,  Our Refugee Response Fund Matching Gift Challenge ends tonight! Will you give today to help turn $40,000 into $80,000 for refugees, migrants, and disp…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

June 28, 2025 at 12:31 PM

Immigrant detention, Medicaid cuts, humanitarian relief

Resources to inform and support your activism   SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2025 Weekend Reading AFSC continues to support dozens of migrants who were detained in Costa Rica as they figure out the next steps in their journeys. Photo: Rodrigo Henríquez Hi Friend,  Last month, AFSC's Marcia Aguiluz Soto shared…

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  Amy Gottlieb, AFSC · [email protected]

June 26, 2025 at 1:03 PM

Support immigrants, refugees, and people who have been displaced

Join our Matching Gift Challenge MATCH MY GIFT   Your support makes all the difference MATCH MY GIFT  Dear Friend,   No one should be afraid to leave their home. To go to work. To attend school. To visit their place of worship. To seek medical attention. Or to participate in community life.   But…

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  Mike Merryman-Lotze, AFSC · [email protected]

June 24, 2025 at 6:56 PM

Tell Congress: NO war with Iran!

The U.S. must bring an end to the violence and work towards peace for all. Tell Congress: NO war with Iran! Dear Friend,  As a Quaker organization that has worked for peace and justice for over 100 years, we believe that all people deserve to live in safety and peace. But Israel’s attacks on Iran a…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

June 21, 2025 at 12:33 PM

Iran, SNAP cuts, immigrant rights

Resources to inform and support your activism   SATURDAY, JUNE 21, 2025 Weekend Reading Tell elected officials: NO war with Iran! Hi Friend,  On June 13, Israel launched airstrikes against Iran, and the violence continues to escalate. Hundreds of people have been killed and thousands more injured. A…

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  Amy Gottlieb, AFSC · [email protected]

June 20, 2025 at 1:05 PM

Help turn $40,000 into $80,000 this World Refugee Day!

Your gift will help immigrants in the U.S. and displaced people around the globe. MATCH MY GIFT    Support people seeking safety and peace MATCH MY GIFT  Dear Friend,   Today is World Refugee Day. It’s a day to honor the courage and resilience of all who have had to flee their homes in search of …

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

June 14, 2025 at 12:31 PM

ICE raids, Iran, guide to protesting

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 2025 Weekend Reading AFSC staff and volunteers provide support to immigrants outside of an ICE facility in Miramar, Florida.  Hi Friend,  Thanks to everyone who contacted Congress to stop funding cruelty against immigrants! Immigrants…

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  Amy Gottlieb, AFSC · [email protected]

June 12, 2025 at 12:47 PM

 $40,000 Refugee Response Fund Matching Gift Challenge

Your gift is urgently needed to support immigrants in the U.S. and displaced people worldwide.  MATCH MY GIFT   Your Gift MATCHED!   Dear Friend, At AFSC, we believe that all people, including immigrants, refugees, and displaced people, deserve dignity and respect. Kind people like you have helped t…

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  Amy Gottlieb, AFSC · [email protected]

June 10, 2025 at 7:31 PM

Tell Congress to protect our rights and stop funding cruelty against immigrants!

Help stop $150 billion for more detention and deportation that tear apart families and communities. TAKE ACTION Send a message to Congress today!Dear Friend,  Immigrants make our communities stronger. They are neighbors, workers, students, business owners, and friends. But since taking office, the…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

June 7, 2025 at 12:31 PM

Relief for Gaza, Medicaid cuts, travel ban

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2025 Weekend Reading Watch this video to see AFSC’s relief efforts in Gaza.Hi Friend,  As the hunger crisis worsens in Gaza, our team is doing everything they can to deliver lifesaving aid. Working with local partners, they are sourcin…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

May 31, 2025 at 12:31 PM

Solidarity with Gaza, peace in Korea, housing justice

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, MAY 31, 2025 Weekend Reading Tell Congress to demand lifesaving aid for Gaza. Photo: Amjad Al Fayomi  Hi Friend,  Thank you to everyone who joined our fast for Gaza on World Hunger Day! Over 1,000 people participated, and many shared their com…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

May 24, 2025 at 12:33 PM

Fast for Gaza, remembering George Floyd, Trump’s budget bill

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2025 Weekend Reading A young girl in Gaza receives food from a community kitchen supported by AFSC. Photo: Amjad FayomiHi Friend,  People in Gaza cannot survive with nothing to eat. But for over two months, the Israeli government has b…

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  Kerri Kennedy, AFSC · [email protected]

May 22, 2025 at 6:02 PM

Update: AFSC’s emergency response in Gaza

Take action with us on World Hunger Day! Our team in Gaza remains active on the ground, but much more is needed. Update: Emergency response in GazaDear Friend,  Last week, our team in Gaza shared some rare positive news. They had located two kitchens that still had some supplies. That has let them d…

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  Amy Gottlieb, AFSC · [email protected]

May 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM

We are stronger with immigrants: Stop deportations now!

Take action against the ongoing expansion of detention and deportation. TAKE ACTION We are stronger with immigrants. Stop deportations now!Dear Friend,  Our communities are stronger with immigrants. Immigrants are neighbors, workers, students, business owners, and friends. But yesterday, the Supre…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

May 17, 2025 at 12:31 PM

Tenants’ rights, racial justice, stronger with immigrants

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025 Weekend Reading Folks deported to Guatemala from the U.S. engage in art activism, such as painting this community mural, to advocate for immigrant rights. Photo: Deborah Chacón Hi Friend,  This week, AFSC launched our “Stronger Wi…

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  Amy Gottlieb, AFSC · [email protected]

May 14, 2025 at 3:04 PM

Our communities are stronger with immigrants.

Communities are mobilizing to make a difference in solidarity with immigrants and deportees. Our communities are stronger with immigrants.Dear Friend, Thank you for being part of AFSC’s global community as we work to support immigrants in this difficult time. Across the country, government raids are…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

May 10, 2025 at 12:32 PM

Food for Gaza, freedom for detained migrants in Costa Rica

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2025 Weekend Reading Despite overwhelming challenges, AFSC’s team in Gaza is working with local farmers to bring food to displaced Palestinians. Photo: AFSC/GazaHi Friend,  As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen, we wa…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

May 3, 2025 at 12:34 PM

Myanmar earthquake relief, border abuse, aid for Gaza

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, MAY 3, 2025 Weekend Reading Thanks to support from the AFSC community, we have delivered food, medicine, and other critical supplies to earthquake survivors in Myanmar. Photo: AFSC/Asia Hi Friend,  Thank you to everyone who donated to our emer…

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  Brett Heinz, AFSC · [email protected]

April 29, 2025 at 5:03 PM

Thank you for supporting work for environmental justice!

In Earth Month and every month, we’ll keep working for the world we want to see. A more sustainable futureDear Friend,  As I write to you, we are approaching the 100th day of the Trump administration—and well over 100 executive orders signed so far.   Several of these orders aim to roll back environ…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

April 26, 2025 at 12:33 PM

Refugee rights, mutual aid, Vanguard S.O.S. campaign

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2025 Weekend Reading Speaking out for immigrant rights at an action in Colorado. Photo: Jordan Garcia/AFSCHi Friend,  We all deserve to live in a safe, welcoming country where people are treated with fairness and dignity. But right n…

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  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]

April 22, 2025 at 12:47 PM

This Earth Day, support environmental justice work worldwide

Will you make a gift to help build a more sustainable and equitable world? Celebrate Earth Day with a gift DONATE NOW Dear Friend,  During Earth Month in April, many of us turn our mind to what we can do to protect our shared home. At AFSC, we see the impacts of climate change and environmental i…

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  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]

April 22, 2025 at 12:47 PM

This Earth Day, support environmental justice work worldwide

Will you make a gift to help build a more sustainable and equitable world? Celebrate Earth Day with a gift DONATE NOW Dear John,  During Earth Month in April, many of us turn our mind to what we can do to protect our shared home. At AFSC, we see the impacts of climate change and environmental inj…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

April 19, 2025 at 12:31 PM

Deportation flights, climate justice, Palestinian rights

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2025 Weekend Reading A mother and her 1-year-old child from Afghanistan are among the migrants detained in Costa Rica after being deported from the United States. Photo: Marcia Aguiluz Soto  Hi Friend,  Earlier this month, AFSC's Ma…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

April 19, 2025 at 12:31 PM

Deportation flights, climate justice, Palestinian rights

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2025 Weekend Reading A mother and her 1-year-old child from Afghanistan are among the migrants detained in Costa Rica after being deported from the United States. Photo: Marcia Aguiluz Soto  Hi John,  Earlier this month, AFSC's Marc…

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  Beth Hallowell, AFSC · [email protected]

April 17, 2025 at 12:29 PM

Your feedback is important

Your feedback is needed now more than ever! John, there's still time to send us your feedback! Please help us improve our outreach efforts by sharing your thoughts. TAKE THE SURVEY Your feedback is important to us! Dear John, We are so grateful that you are part of our global community. Being in…

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  Beth Hallowell, AFSC · [email protected]

April 17, 2025 at 12:29 PM

Your feedback is important

Your feedback is needed now more than ever! Friend, there's still time to send us your feedback! Please help us improve our outreach efforts by sharing your thoughts. TAKE THE SURVEY Your feedback is important to us! Dear Friend, We are so grateful that you are part of our global community. Bein…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

April 12, 2025 at 12:40 PM

Gaza, immigrant rights, war in Sudan

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2025 Weekend ReadingParticipants with AFSC’S Roots for Peace program in Los Angeles, which supports young leaders in organizing for social change. Photo: Marta RosarioHi John,  In these challenging times, we are grateful for all you …

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

April 12, 2025 at 12:40 PM

Gaza, immigrant rights, war in Sudan

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2025 Weekend ReadingParticipants with AFSC’S Roots for Peace program in Los Angeles, which supports young leaders in organizing for social change. Photo: Marta RosarioHi Friend,  In these challenging times, we are grateful for all yo…

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  Beth Hallowell, AFSC · [email protected]

April 9, 2025 at 12:34 PM

Share your feedback with us today!

Your input helps us learn and grow. TAKE THE SURVEY Your feedback is important to us!Dear John,  We are so grateful that you are part of our global community. Being in solidarity with people who believe in the transformative power of love is especially meaningful in these times.   In order to s…

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  Beth Hallowell, AFSC · [email protected]

April 9, 2025 at 12:34 PM

Share your feedback with us today!

Your input helps us learn and grow. TAKE THE SURVEY Your feedback is important to us!Dear Friend,  We are so grateful that you are part of our global community. Being in solidarity with people who believe in the transformative power of love is especially meaningful in these times.   In order to…

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  Kerri Kennedy, AFSC · [email protected]

April 7, 2025 at 5:31 PM

Update: AFSC’s emergency response in Gaza

Our team continues to do all they can, even as Israel stops all humanitarian aid from entering. Update: Emergency response in GazaDear Friend,  I’m writing with gratitude to the many people who have contributed to support our humanitarian relief efforts in Gaza. Generous gifts from supporters like y…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

April 5, 2025 at 1:47 PM

Access to water, Gaza relief, Myanmar earthquake response

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, APRIL 5, 2025 Weekend Reading After years of organizing and advocacy, residents in DeKalb County, Georgia won their struggle for affordable water. Photo: AFSC/Atlanta Hi John,  Every person deserves access to clean, affordable water as a funda…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

April 5, 2025 at 1:47 PM

Access to water, Gaza relief, Myanmar earthquake response

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, APRIL 5, 2025 Weekend Reading After years of organizing and advocacy, residents in DeKalb County, Georgia won their struggle for affordable water. Photo: AFSC/Atlanta Hi Friend,  Every person deserves access to clean, affordable water as a fun…

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  Kerri Kennedy, AFSC · [email protected]

April 3, 2025 at 5:17 PM

Myanmar earthquake response: Donate now

AFSC is responding to aid earthquake survivors in Myanmar, but we need your help. John, we are still seeking donations to help fund our emergency response in Myanmar. Your gift today will help bring food, water, and other critical supplies to earthquake survivors in hard-hit areas in urgent need of …

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  Kerri Kennedy, AFSC · [email protected]

April 3, 2025 at 5:17 PM

Myanmar earthquake response: Donate now

AFSC is responding to aid earthquake survivors in Myanmar, but we need your help. Friend, we are still seeking donations to help fund our emergency response in Myanmar. Your gift today will help bring food, water, and other critical supplies to earthquake survivors in hard-hit areas in urgent need o…

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  Kerri Kennedy, AFSC · [email protected]

April 2, 2025 at 6:48 PM

Help provide emergency relief to earthquake survivors in Myanmar

Your gift today will help deliver food, water, medical supplies and more to impacted communities. Help earthquake survivors in Myanmar DONATE NOW Dear John,    On March 28, a devastating earthquake struck central Myanmar. Thousands died and many more were injured or displaced as buildings collapsed…

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  Kerri Kennedy, AFSC · [email protected]

April 2, 2025 at 6:48 PM

Help provide emergency relief to earthquake survivors in Myanmar

Your gift today will help deliver food, water, medical supplies and more to impacted communities. Help earthquake survivors in Myanmar DONATE NOW Dear Friend,    On March 28, a devastating earthquake struck central Myanmar. Thousands died and many more were injured or displaced as buildings collaps…

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  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]

March 31, 2025 at 12:47 PM

Deadline: Midnight tonight 

Join us as one of 109 new Partner for Peace monthly donors and growing!   GIVE MONTHLY  DEADLINE TONIGHT Dear John,  Our monthly donor drive ends at midnight tonight! We are looking for at least 109 new Partners for Peace to support worldwide work for peace, justice, and human dignity. Will you s…

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  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]

March 31, 2025 at 12:47 PM

Deadline: Midnight tonight 

Join us as one of 109 new Partner for Peace monthly donors and growing!   GIVE MONTHLY  DEADLINE TONIGHT Dear Friend,  Our monthly donor drive ends at midnight tonight! We are looking for at least 109 new Partners for Peace to support worldwide work for peace, justice, and human dignity. Will you…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

March 29, 2025 at 12:32 PM

Immigrant justice, federal budget priorities, sentencing reform

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 2025 Weekend Reading Luna Baez-Vizguerra speaks out at a vigil for her mother, Jeanette Vizguerra, an immigrant leader who has been held in ICE detention since March 17. Photo: Oscar Juarez Hi Friend,  All immigrants—whether recently…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

March 29, 2025 at 12:32 PM

Immigrant justice, federal budget priorities, sentencing reform

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 2025 Weekend Reading Luna Baez-Vizguerra speaks out at a vigil for her mother, Jeanette Vizguerra, an immigrant leader who has been held in ICE detention since March 17. Photo: Oscar Juarez Hi John,  All immigrants—whether recently a…

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  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]

March 25, 2025 at 12:47 PM

Become a Partner for Peace today

Help sustain our critical work for immigrant rights and more. GIVE MONTHLY   We're in this together GIVE MONTHLY  Dear John,   At AFSC, we oppose violence in all its forms and work to protect the dignity of all people. As immigration detention and deportations are on the rise across the U.S., we’re…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

March 22, 2025 at 12:31 PM

Apartheid-Free communities, immigrant advocacy, Vietnam anniversary

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 2025 Weekend Reading More than 500 congregations, organizations, businesses, and other groups are now part of the Apartheid-Free Communities network. Photo: AFSC Hi John,  Guided by our Quaker values of peace and equality for all, AF…

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  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]

March 22, 2025 at 12:31 PM

Apartheid-Free communities, immigrant advocacy, Vietnam anniversary

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 2025 Weekend Reading More than 500 congregations, organizations, businesses, and other groups are now part of the Apartheid-Free Communities network. Photo: AFSC Hi Friend,  Guided by our Quaker values of peace and equality for all, …

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  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]

March 20, 2025 at 12:44 PM

Will you join us today?

Will you join an incredible community of like-minded monthly donors by March 31? GIVE MONTHLY   Join us today! GIVE MONTHLY    Dear John,  At AFSC, we believe peace is possible.   We believe that immigrants deserve dignity and respect.    We believe that when we come together, we have the power to …

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