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  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
December 14, 2023 at 1:50 PM

Donate now to help bring change in 2024

A new year is coming, and with it some important opportunities.  DONATE NOW Help change the world DONATE NOW Dear Friend,As you read this, People in Gaza are trapped in a war zone. Many have been displaced and are unable to meet even the most basic needs. Your gift today will support our efforts to…
  Kerri Kennedy, AFSC · [email protected]
December 13, 2023 at 7:46 PM

Update: AFSC’s emergency response in Gaza

Our team recently delivered food to thousands of people living in tents as winter takes hold. Update: Gaza Emergency ResponseDear John, As the Israeli military intensifies its bombing and ground invasion of southern Gaza, more Palestinians have been forced to flee farther south. But shelters are alr…
  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]
December 9, 2023 at 1:32 PM

Defending migrant rights, exposing war profiteers, Palestinian children held captive

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2023 Weekend Reading AFSC staff and partners distribute food at a camp for displaced people in Morocco. Photo: Ahmad Abu AlshaarDear John,  This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Declaration of Human Rights. From Dec. 10 (In…
  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]
December 9, 2023 at 1:32 PM

Defending migrant rights, exposing war profiteers, Palestinian children held captive

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2023 Weekend Reading AFSC staff and partners distribute food at a camp for displaced people in Morocco. Photo: Ahmad Abu AlshaarDear Friend,  This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Declaration of Human Rights. From Dec. 10 (…
  AFSC team · [email protected]
December 7, 2023 at 2:47 PM

Video: Putting our values into action

A video message from our staff around the world.  What love can do   WATCH NOW  Dear John,   The American Friends Service Committee was founded by Quaker conscientious objectors in 1917 to show the world what love can do. They served in countless ways, with a deep commitment to nonviolence. And when…
  AFSC team · [email protected]
December 7, 2023 at 2:47 PM

Video: Putting our values into action

A video message from our staff around the world.  What love can do   WATCH NOW  Dear Friend,   The American Friends Service Committee was founded by Quaker conscientious objectors in 1917 to show the world what love can do. They served in countless ways, with a deep commitment to nonviolence. And wh…
  Tonya Histand, AFSC · [email protected]
December 4, 2023 at 4:31 PM

Events to support your work for social change this December

Join us for webinars that inform and support your activism. Photo: Rachael Warriner Dear John, Everyone deserves to live in safety and peace—no matter where they were born or where they reside. Migration is a human right, and we need laws and policies that reflect this.    On Dec. 10 (Internation…
  Tonya Histand, AFSC · [email protected]
December 4, 2023 at 4:31 PM

Events to support your work for social change this December

Join us for webinars that inform and support your activism. Photo: Rachael Warriner Dear Friend, Everyone deserves to live in safety and peace—no matter where they were born or where they reside. Migration is a human right, and we need laws and policies that reflect this.    On Dec. 10 (Internati…
  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]
December 2, 2023 at 1:31 PM

Migrant rights, being an ally, peacebuilding in Africa

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2023 Weekend Reading At a shelter in Gaza, AFSC and partners organized an open day of activities for displaced children. Photo: Mayar Ramlawi Dear Friend,  Thank you to everyone who donated to our Refugee Response Fund this Giving…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 29, 2023 at 10:59 PM

Will you make a gift by midnight?

You still have a few more hours to join our Giving Tuesday matching gift challenge. Don’t miss this opportunity to support migrants, refugees, and internally displaced people. Dear John, You still have a few more hours to join our Giving Tuesday matching gift challenge. Don’t miss this opportunity t…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 29, 2023 at 10:58 PM

Will you make a gift by midnight?

You still have a few more hours to join our Giving Tuesday matching gift challenge. Don’t miss this opportunity to support migrants, refugees, and internally displaced people. Dear Friend, You still have a few more hours to join our Giving Tuesday matching gift challenge. Don’t miss this opportunity…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 29, 2023 at 1:49 PM

It’s not too late to join in Giving Tuesday!

Give by midnight and your donation will count toward our Refugee Response Fund matching gift challenge.   MATCH MY GIFT Help turn $50,000 into $100,000 by midnight MATCH MY GIFT Dear Friend,  If you missed Giving Tuesday yesterday, you still have time to participate. Donate to the Refugee Respons…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 29, 2023 at 1:49 PM

It’s not too late to join in Giving Tuesday!

Give by midnight and your donation will count toward our Refugee Response Fund matching gift challenge.   MATCH MY GIFT Help turn $50,000 into $100,000 by midnight MATCH MY GIFT Dear John,  If you missed Giving Tuesday yesterday, you still have time to participate. Donate to the Refugee Response …
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 29, 2023 at 12:35 AM

Your gift matched for refugee relief

Donate to AFSC’s Refugee Response Fund and help bring humanitarian relief and other support to people escaping war, persecution, and disasters. Dear Friend, Last year marked a sad new record: the largest number of people displaced by war, disasters, and other emergencies. The coming year will bring …
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 29, 2023 at 12:35 AM

Your gift matched for refugee relief

Donate to AFSC’s Refugee Response Fund and help bring humanitarian relief and other support to people escaping war, persecution, and disasters. Dear John, Last year marked a sad new record: the largest number of people displaced by war, disasters, and other emergencies. The coming year will bring mo…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 28, 2023 at 9:45 PM

Your gift matched for refugee relief

Donate to AFSC’s Refugee Response Fund and help bring humanitarian relief and other support to people escaping war, persecution, and disasters.   Donate to the Refugee Response Fund  Dear Friend, Did you hear the news? This Giving Tuesday, an anonymous donor will match your gift up to $50,000 to su…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 28, 2023 at 9:45 PM

Your gift matched for refugee relief

Donate to AFSC’s Refugee Response Fund and help bring humanitarian relief and other support to people escaping war, persecution, and disasters.   Donate to the Refugee Response Fund  Dear John, Did you hear the news? This Giving Tuesday, an anonymous donor will match your gift up to $50,000 to supp…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 28, 2023 at 11:49 AM

Give to AFSC’s Refugee Response Fund

An anonymous donor will match your Giving Tuesday gift, up to $50,000.   GIVE HOPE ON GIVING TUESDAY: Support AFSC's Refugee Response Dear Friend,Millions of people around the world have been forced to flee their homes in recent years. They leave for many reasons: war, persecution, climate disaster…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 28, 2023 at 11:49 AM

Give to AFSC’s Refugee Response Fund

An anonymous donor will match your Giving Tuesday gift, up to $50,000.   GIVE HOPE ON GIVING TUESDAY: Support AFSC's Refugee Response Dear John,Millions of people around the world have been forced to flee their homes in recent years. They leave for many reasons: war, persecution, climate disasters,…
  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]
November 25, 2023 at 1:31 PM

Refugee relief, cease-fire, ending life sentences

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2023 Weekend Reading Distributing bags of food and hygiene items at a shelter in Gaza. Photo: Amjad Fayomi Dear John,  Throughout AFSC’s history, we have provided relief to people forced to leave their homes because of war, natura…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 22, 2023 at 1:43 PM

Thank you from all of us at AFSC

Your support makes a difference in communities around the world. AFSC staff in Gaza delivering humanitarian relief. Thank you!   Dear John,“Thank you all for all what you are doing in these extremely difficult times.”  That’s a message we recently received from an AFSC team member in the Middle Ea…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 20, 2023 at 10:12 PM

Last chance to have your gift for peace and justice matched 100%, up to $500,000!

Give by midnight to make your gift go twice as far in communities facing violence, inequality, and oppression.Dear Friend, The Compassion in Action Matching Gift Challenge ends today! Will you join? Make your gift by midnight for a 100% match up to $500,000. Your participation makes a difference and…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 20, 2023 at 2:12 PM

Deadline today: Don’t miss our largest match of the year!

Your generosity makes all the difference to courageous change makers in communities around the world.Final day for the Compassion in Action Matching Gift Challenge! Dear John,Thank you for opening this email! I know there are many competing demands for your time, attention, and giving. I also know h…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 20, 2023 at 2:12 PM

Deadline today: Don’t miss our largest match of the year!

Your generosity makes all the difference to courageous change makers in communities around the world.Final day for the Compassion in Action Matching Gift Challenge! Dear Friend,Thank you for opening this email! I know there are many competing demands for your time, attention, and giving. I also know…
  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]
November 18, 2023 at 1:31 PM

Cease-fire actions, Cop City, Vietnam War

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2023 Weekend Reading Protesters built a memorial in front of Sen. John Fetterman's office in Philadelphia. Photo: Rachael WarrinerDear John,  On Monday, Nov. 13, hundreds of people took part in AFSC’s “NO Tax Dollars for War Crime…
  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]
November 18, 2023 at 1:31 PM

Cease-fire actions, Cop City, Vietnam War

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2023 Weekend Reading Protesters built a memorial in front of Sen. John Fetterman's office in Philadelphia. Photo: Rachael WarrinerDear Friend,  On Monday, Nov. 13, hundreds of people took part in AFSC’s “NO Tax Dollars for War Cri…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 16, 2023 at 1:48 PM

Deadline approaching: Put your compassion into action today!

Your generosity makes all the difference to courageous change makers in communities around the world.   MATCH MY GIFT Help secure $500,000 by Nov. 20  Dear Friend, I am filled with gratitude when I think about the many kind people like you, Friend, who have made a commitment to make the world a m…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 16, 2023 at 1:48 PM

Deadline approaching: Put your compassion into action today!

Your generosity makes all the difference to courageous change makers in communities around the world.   MATCH MY GIFT Help secure $500,000 by Nov. 20  Dear John, I am filled with gratitude when I think about the many kind people like you, John, who have made a commitment to make the world a more …
  Kerri Kennedy, AFSC · [email protected]
November 14, 2023 at 9:46 PM

Update: AFSC’s emergency response in Gaza

We have distributed food and hygiene kits and are urgently advocating for a cease fire and humanitarian access. Update: Gaza Emergency ResponseDear Friend, I want to thank everyone who has donated so far to support AFSC’s emergency response in Gaza.    In recent weeks we have been able to provide so…
  Kerri Kennedy, AFSC · [email protected]
November 14, 2023 at 9:46 PM

Update: AFSC’s emergency response in Gaza

We have distributed food and hygiene kits and are urgently advocating for a cease fire and humanitarian access. Update: Gaza Emergency ResponseDear John, I want to thank everyone who has donated so far to support AFSC’s emergency response in Gaza.    In recent weeks we have been able to provide some…
  AFSC · [email protected]
November 13, 2023 at 4:31 PM

TODAY: “NO Tax Dollars for War Crimes” day of action

  Dear John,  Today is our day of action, “NO Tax Dollars for War Crimes!” As of Nov. 10, more than 11,500 Palestinians—including over 4,500 children—have been killed in Israeli bombings and ground attacks on Gaza in recent weeks. In communities around the U.S., people are visiting the local offices…
  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]
November 11, 2023 at 1:31 PM

Federal budget priorities, Nov 13 actions, Bayard Rustin

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2023 Weekend Reading AFSC's Firas Ramlawi distributes food packages at a shelter in Gaza. Photo: Amjad FayomiDear John,  This Monday, Nov. 13, people across the U.S. will join AFSC for our day of action, “NO Tax Dollars for War Cr…
  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]
November 11, 2023 at 1:31 PM

Federal budget priorities, Nov 13 actions, Bayard Rustin

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2023 Weekend Reading AFSC's Firas Ramlawi distributes food packages at a shelter in Gaza. Photo: Amjad FayomiDear Friend,  This Monday, Nov. 13, people across the U.S. will join AFSC for our day of action, “NO Tax Dollars for War …
  Jennifer Bing, AFSC · [email protected]
November 10, 2023 at 4:31 PM

Join our Gaza Day of Action on Nov. 13!

People across the U.S. will call on Congress to stop funding mass killings in Gaza. TAKE ACTION Dear John,  In less than a month, more than 11,000 Palestinians—including over 4,500 children—have been killed in Israeli bombings and ground attacks on Gaza. The United States has contributed to these d…
  Jennifer Bing, AFSC · [email protected]
November 10, 2023 at 4:31 PM

Join our Gaza Day of Action on Nov. 13!

People across the U.S. will call on Congress to stop funding mass killings in Gaza. TAKE ACTION Dear Friend,  In less than a month, more than 11,000 Palestinians—including over 4,500 children—have been killed in Israeli bombings and ground attacks on Gaza. The United States has contributed to these…
  AFSC · [email protected]
November 9, 2023 at 1:49 PM

Your matching gift: PENDING

Help turn $500,000 into $1,000,000 with a gift of any size today.Dear John, Your contribution makes such a difference! Please join this challenge to support migrants and refugees, help communities overcome violence and oppression, and meet urgent needs in the months to come. In peace, Joyce AjlounyG…
  AFSC · [email protected]
November 9, 2023 at 1:49 PM

Your matching gift: PENDING

Help turn $500,000 into $1,000,000 with a gift of any size today.Dear Friend, Your contribution makes such a difference! Please join this challenge to support migrants and refugees, help communities overcome violence and oppression, and meet urgent needs in the months to come. In peace, Joyce Ajloun…
  Tim Franzen, AFSC · [email protected]
November 8, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Tell CEOs to stop funding Cop City and militarized policing!

Corporations need to hear from you today. Tell them to move their money!  TAKE ACTION Tell CEOs: Stop funding Cop City Dear John,  Have you heard about “Cop City,” a proposed mock city in Atlanta? If constructed, Cop City would be one of the largest militarized police training centers in the U.S.—a…
  Tim Franzen, AFSC · [email protected]
November 8, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Tell CEOs to stop funding Cop City and militarized policing!

Corporations need to hear from you today. Tell them to move their money!  TAKE ACTION Tell CEOs: Stop funding Cop City Dear Friend,  Have you heard about “Cop City,” a proposed mock city in Atlanta? If constructed, Cop City would be one of the largest militarized police training centers in the U.S.…
  AFSC · [email protected]
November 7, 2023 at 1:43 PM

Your matching gift: PENDING

Help turn $500,000 into $1,000,000 with a gift of any size today.  MATCH MY GIFT Compassion in Action Matching Gift Challenge Your matching gift:  PENDING Our goal by Nov. 20:  $500,000 Our largest match of the year!  MATCH MY GIFT John, will you join the Compassion in Action Matching Gift Chall…
  AFSC · [email protected]
November 7, 2023 at 1:43 PM

Your matching gift: PENDING

Help turn $500,000 into $1,000,000 with a gift of any size today.  MATCH MY GIFT Compassion in Action Matching Gift Challenge Your matching gift:  PENDING Our goal by Nov. 20:  $500,000 Our largest match of the year!  MATCH MY GIFT Friend, will you join the Compassion in Action Matching Gift Cha…
  Tonya Histand, AFSC · [email protected]
November 6, 2023 at 11:02 PM

Events to support your work for social change this November

Join us for webinars that inform and support your activism. Photo: AFSC Dear John,  On Monday, Nov. 13, people across the United States will take part in AFSC’s “NO tax dollars for war crimes” day of action. Congress votes to send billions of dollars to Israel to buy the bombs that have already ki…
  Tonya Histand, AFSC · [email protected]
November 6, 2023 at 11:02 PM

Events to support your work for social change this November

Join us for webinars that inform and support your activism. Photo: AFSC Dear Friend,  On Monday, Nov. 13, people across the United States will take part in AFSC’s “NO tax dollars for war crimes” day of action. Congress votes to send billions of dollars to Israel to buy the bombs that have already …
  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]
November 4, 2023 at 12:31 PM

Gaza crisis, elections, North Korea

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2023 Weekend Reading Protesters in Philadelphia call for a cease-fire for Gaza. Photo: Tonya Histand/AFSCDear John,  The humanitarian situation in Gaza is dire. Water, food, and fuel are running out while the Israeli government con…
  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]
November 4, 2023 at 12:31 PM

Gaza crisis, elections, North Korea

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2023 Weekend Reading Protesters in Philadelphia call for a cease-fire for Gaza. Photo: Tonya Histand/AFSCDear Friend,  The humanitarian situation in Gaza is dire. Water, food, and fuel are running out while the Israeli government c…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
November 2, 2023 at 12:49 PM

Every gift is amplified!

When you put your compassion into action, you double the funding for community initiatives worldwide. MATCH MY GIFT   Our largest match of the year!   Dear Friend,A single raindrop will find its way to a stream, which feeds a river, which joins with all the waters of the ocean. Along the way, it s…
  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]
October 28, 2023 at 12:31 PM

Gaza, transit justice, bystander intervention

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2023 Weekend Reading AFSC's Joyce Ajlouny speaks at a protest in Washington, D.C. last week. Photo: Matthew Paul D'AgostinoDear Friend,  Over the past few weeks, the AFSC community has sent over 70,000 letters to Congress demanding…
  AFSC Weekend Reading · [email protected]
October 28, 2023 at 12:31 PM

Gaza, transit justice, bystander intervention

Resources to inform and support your activism  SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2023 Weekend Reading AFSC's Joyce Ajlouny speaks at a protest in Washington, D.C. last week. Photo: Matthew Paul D'AgostinoDear John,  Over the past few weeks, the AFSC community has sent over 70,000 letters to Congress demanding a…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
October 24, 2023 at 1:19 PM

Join the Compassion in Action Matching Gift Challenge

Support worldwide work for peace, justice, and human dignity and make your gift go twice as far. It’s our largest match of the year. I could use your help, Friend. We recently launched the Compassion in Action matching gift campaign, our largest matching gift of the year. With your help in meeting t…
  Joyce Ajlouny, AFSC · [email protected]
October 24, 2023 at 1:19 PM

Join the Compassion in Action Matching Gift Challenge

Support worldwide work for peace, justice, and human dignity and make your gift go twice as far. It’s our largest match of the year. I could use your help, John. We recently launched the Compassion in Action matching gift campaign, our largest matching gift of the year. With your help in meeting the…