IRC · [email protected]

February 25, 2021 at 12:09 AM

A health care worker rebuilds after fleeing Afghanistan

International Rescue Committee Plus: The Black Lives Matter movement inspires a refugee leader     IRC monthly update FEBRUARY 2021       Behind the headlines this month An asylee from Afghanistan, Sheeba Shafaq is rebuild…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

February 22, 2021 at 11:22 PM

EMERGENCY UPDATE: Winter's Wrath in TX

International Rescue Committee Thank you for your concern about people in Texas — and for vulnerable families around the world affected by devastating winter weather.       Hi John, First and foremost, if you or a loved one has been impacted by the…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

February 18, 2021 at 1:52 PM

Have two minutes?

International Rescue Committee Learn more about the deepening crisis in Ethiopia and how we're responding »     Hi John, You may be seeing headlines about Ethiopia pop up in your news feed lately. I wanted to reach out to update you on the …

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  Melinda, IRC · [email protected]

February 16, 2021 at 4:23 PM

You did it for the people we serve

International Rescue Committee Now join the IRC in thanking the Biden administration for showing that refugees, asylum-seekers, and immigrants are a top priority.     We did it, John. President Biden is already making good on his commitment…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

February 14, 2021 at 4:39 PM

This video made me think of you...

International Rescue Committee John, you make special stories like this one possible.     Hi John, I was so deeply moved by this video and hearing about the friendship between Jacqueline, a Congolese refugee, and her neighbors Jenny and Chr…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

February 9, 2021 at 1:59 PM

Tonight's forecast: Another long, cold night

International Rescue Committee Following up on my last note. Please help us protect families from winter weather and other emergencies around the world.     John: It's hard to fall asleep when you're shivering. But as we speak, countless dis…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

February 4, 2021 at 11:21 PM

It’s been bitter cold in parts of Syria, John

International Rescue Committee Help rush winter supplies and critical aid to displaced families in Syria and around the world »         "Our children were cold and we didn't have any kind of heater or any way to warm them up... My father, wh…

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  IRC HQ · [email protected]

February 3, 2021 at 12:22 AM

A very important quiz for you to take right now »

International Rescue Committee   ↵ What four countries are at risk of famine? Take this quiz to find out + see how the IRC is responding.       John: Famine has not been declared anywhere in the world since 2017 in South Sudan. But there are four co…

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  Shamini, IRC · [email protected]

January 28, 2021 at 2:53 PM

An important update re: your invitation, John

International Rescue Committee Double your impact for 12 months when you respond through this email.       Hello, John, A few weeks ago, I reached out to you with a personal invitation to become a monthly donor — a Rescue Partner. My request is a …

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  IRC · [email protected]

January 28, 2021 at 12:21 AM

Victories after President Biden’s first week

International Rescue Committee Plus: Test your knowledge of the world's most critical crises     IRC monthly update JANUARY 2021       Behind the headlines this month Explore the victories for refugees, asylum seekers and …

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  Nargis, IRC · [email protected]

January 25, 2021 at 4:26 PM

The greatest impact you can make (seriously)

International Rescue Committee John, your first 12 monthly gifts will be MATCHED. |     Hello, John, I know my colleague Shamini recently reached out to you, someone who has stepped up and taken action for refugee families, to personally ask you to be…

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  Melinda, IRC · [email protected]

January 20, 2021 at 8:36 PM

John: I'm calling the White House about refugee resettlement, will you?

International Rescue Committee The stakes are high and refugees need you to take action.     Hello, John, President Biden was sworn in today and our work with the new administration has already begun. The IRC is working to keep refugee, asylum and im…

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  Shamini, IRC · [email protected]

January 14, 2021 at 1:47 PM

A personal invitation for you, John

International Rescue Committee I'm a resettled refugee from Sri Lanka and have been working at the IRC for over 10 years.     Hello, John, As a member of the Supporter Services team at the International Rescue Committee, I can assure you that giving m…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

January 12, 2021 at 1:39 PM

Can you help raise awareness about this?

International Rescue Committee Read and share: The top 10 crises the world should be watching in 2021     John: Do you have three minutes to read this and share it — to help us raise awareness and inspire urgent action?       …

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

January 5, 2021 at 3:44 PM

a 1-minute glimpse at your impact, John

International Rescue Committee Watch how, together, we helped refugee and displaced families in 2020.       John, Last year was a challenging year for all of us, including the people we serve. But, because of your support, we were able to help so m…

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  IRC · [email protected]

January 1, 2021 at 3:43 AM

last email of 2020 - can you please open?

International Rescue Committee five... four... three... two...     The countdown is on, John. Before the clock strikes midnight and our 3X match expires, please chip in with a tax-deductible gift to help children and families whose lives have been sh…

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  IRC HQ · [email protected]

January 1, 2021 at 3:10 AM

⚠️ Last chance ⚠️

International Rescue Committee Even $10 will make an impact. $10 x 3=$30 until midnight.     John: Your gift will go 3X as far to help us reach more families in Yemen, Syria and other crisis zones. They're counting on you. Please don't wai…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

January 1, 2021 at 2:08 AM

For your consideration

International Rescue Committee It's 9:05pm in NY. Just a few hours left.   John, It's 9:05pm in New York — and with only a few hours left until midnight, I couldn't let this evening end without sending you a part of the IRC email community, a personal thank you and …

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  IRC HQ · [email protected]

January 1, 2021 at 12:19 AM

John's attention needed

International Rescue Committee ⏰ Your 2020 match deadline is fast approaching.       John: Our work with refugees around the world is possible because of individuals like you donating what they can. That's why our Supporter Services team put togeth…

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  IRC HQ · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 10:20 PM

this email is only 42 words

International Rescue Committee [QUICK]       John, we don't have to remind you of what's at stake for refugee families as this challenging year ends — and as the cold and dark winter months set in.   TRIPLE YOUR GIFT » …

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 8:19 PM

FW: I don't write to you often, John.

International Rescue Committee Did you get a chance to see David's email?   John: This quote from David's email below is so powerful... "This past year will go down as one of the most turbulent years in history, but 2021 will be remembered for how we either helped each other or turn…

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  IRC HQ · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 6:29 PM

Delivered:

International Rescue Committee Baby kits + other essential items for refugee families.   John, here's a really powerful example of what your tax-deductible New Year's Eve donation — TRIPLED today — could help deliver...       …

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 4:08 PM

There is nowhere to go to get warm tonight, John

International Rescue Committee 3X YOUR IMPACT: Help provide 3X the winter supplies + critical aid to displaced families around the world.     John: There is nowhere to go to get warm tonight. In Syria, the winter is unbearable for displaced children a…

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  David Miliband, IRC · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 1:55 PM

I don't write to you often, John. This is why I'm writing today.

International Rescue Committee My urgent ask to you on the eve of a new year: please help families whose lives have been shattered by conflict. President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee David Miliband visits IRC staff in Yemen, in September 20…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 11:07 AM

This story will inspire you. I promise. Have a look + triple your NYE gift.

International Rescue Committee John, will you spend the last moments of 2020 helping others?     John: On this last day of the year, I hope you'll consider making a gift to help us reach more refugee moms and babies, and others in need worldwide. If yo…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 8:20 AM

Can't sleep?

International Rescue Committee Exclusive New Year's Eve match starts NOW →       John: Can't sleep? Me neither. As this turbulent year comes to a close, I can't help but think about the children and families in Yemen who are on the brink of famine.…

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  IRC HQ · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 3:07 AM

The clock is ticking ⏰

International Rescue Committee The countdown is on. 3X 3X 3X >>>     The countdown is on, John. Your tax-deductible gift will go 3X as far to help us reach more families in Yemen, Syria and other crisis zones. They're counting on us. Will y…

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  Nargis, IRC · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 1:15 AM

Me again

International Rescue Committee FW: The link to triple John’s gift: https://help.rescue.org/donate/support-refugees-2020-match   John: With a little more than 24 hours left in 2020, I'm trying to reach out to as many of our loyal supporters as I can today — so you can get in on our 3X…

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  IRC HQ · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 11:16 PM

FW: John's Supporter Record Inside 👇

International Rescue Committee Your 2020 match deadline is: MIDNIGHT. Is there any way you can chip in?       John: Time is running out on this opportunity to have your gift tripled by a generous donor during this year-end season of giving. That's …

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  Nargis, IRC · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 4:33 PM

I made my year-end gift. Will you join me?

International Rescue Committee The 3X Match deadline is approaching. Here's a link to give: https://help.rescue.org/donate/support-refugees-2020-match     2020 is almost behind us, John. To mark the end of this turbulent year, will you make a gift that…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 12:28 PM

I can’t stop thinking about these words from a Syrian mom:

International Rescue Committee John: Triple your gift before midnight »       John, It's getting especially difficult for Syrian families at night. Many are facing brutally cold temperatures and the threat of violence. Being displaced during the wa…

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  Hank, IRC · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 1:37 AM

not sure if you've heard

International Rescue Committee Link for John: 3X your impact »   Hi John, We're in the final days of our critical year-end fundraising campaign and I'm trying to reach out to as many supporters as I can to ask if you can make your 2020 year-end, tax-deductible dona…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 12:09 AM

FW: You can feel it in your bones

International Rescue Committee URGENT: We need to rush warm blankets, coats, shelter, and other critical aid to children and their families in the world's toughest places.   John: Right now in parts of Syria, for example, temperatures are dropping to near-freezing levels at night. It…

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  Nargis, IRC · [email protected]

December 29, 2020 at 3:42 PM

Your generosity touches the lives of refugees like me

International Rescue Committee TRIPLE your impact for refugees like me and my family.     John, I'm Nargis, a marketing associate here at the IRC. I'm reaching out to supporters like you with an urgent reminder about our triple match campaign: Today, …

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 29, 2020 at 12:37 PM

⚠️ Near-freezing temperatures at night in Syria ⚠️

International Rescue Committee The kind of cold you can feel in your bones.     UPDATE: A generous donor has agreed to TRIPLE gifts made today. John: As temperatures drop, Syrian children and their families are in danger. They are experiencing the k…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 28, 2020 at 11:05 PM

1 thing you can do right now to help

International Rescue Committee [3X MATCH] Please don't forget about refugee children and their families.     John, As the year comes to an end, please don't forget about refugee children. Right now, the triple threat of conflict, COVID-19 and climate…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 28, 2020 at 5:35 PM

URGENT: Hunger levels are spiking

International Rescue Committee Children are the ones who are feeling the deepest pangs of hunger. Help us support children and families facing starvation in Yemen, South Sudan and other countries. Triple your gift »     John: Hunger levels are spiking …

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  Hank, IRC · [email protected]

December 28, 2020 at 2:44 PM

Hey, John

International Rescue Committee It'll just take a moment to read this as you're gearing up for your day.       Hey John, It's 9:30am in New York and my team just wrapped up our last Monday meeting of the year. Here's what I can report — donors have …

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 27, 2020 at 10:52 PM

Did you get a chance to see this? FW: I just spoke with my teams in Yemen and Syria...

International Rescue Committee + a 3X MATCH just launched, John.   John: Earlier today, Bob Kitchen, the head of our emergency unit, sent you an important update. Did you see it? If not, it's below. He shared that we urgently need to scale up our response to the crises in Yemen, Syri…

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  Bob Kitchen, IRC · [email protected]

December 27, 2020 at 3:14 PM

I just spoke with my teams in Yemen and Syria...

International Rescue Committee Historic levels of hunger. COVID-19. War. Send 3X the immediate aid to families »     Hi John, I don't get a chance to write to you often, but I wanted to make sure I updated you on the urgent crises we're facing at this…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 26, 2020 at 9:09 PM

We're in the final stretch. All donations now TRIPLED.

International Rescue Committee This last week of the year, the nights are already cold. Help provide 3X the winter supplies + critical aid to displaced families around the world.     John, In Syria, the winter is unbearable for displaced children and …

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 26, 2020 at 3:42 PM

The hardest question:

International Rescue Committee The answer starts with you, John. 3X match starting NOW.     Monday was the first day of winter, John. We must step up before the already urgent need for winter supplies becomes more dire. With the triple match just kick…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 24, 2020 at 1:49 PM

The last-minute gift you don’t want to forget, John

International Rescue Committee Give joy today »     John, Can you think of a better gift than changing a refugee child's life during this challenging year? 2020 has been unforeseeably difficult for all of us. But for refugee children like Taima'a — a…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 23, 2020 at 2:46 PM

Give a holiday gift that can change a child’s life

International Rescue Committee Do you have a minute to make sure refugee children and their families are not forgotten?     John, During the last few days of this holiday week, I hope you can consider adding a last-minute gift for a refugee child, lik…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 22, 2020 at 6:23 PM

Children like Elizabeth can't wait

International Rescue Committee We first met Elizabeth — just two years old — when her mother rushed her to an IRC stabilization center for malnourished children in South Sudan.     UPDATE: A generous donor has stepped up to match gifts made today — do…

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  IRC · [email protected]

December 21, 2020 at 1:56 PM

Could you imagine, John?

International Rescue Committee Winter is here: Help us rush 2X the blankets, coats, shelter and other critical aid to families in the world's toughest places.     John, could you imagine being a refugee in the winter? On top of conflict and COVID-19, …

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 19, 2020 at 2:15 PM

⚠️ Near-freezing temperatures at night in Syria ⚠️

International Rescue Committee The kind of cold you can feel in your bones.     John: As temperatures drop, Syrian children and their families are in danger. They are experiencing the kind of cold weather that no one should have to endure without heat…

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  IRC HQ · [email protected]

December 14, 2020 at 5:05 PM

This is the perfect virtual holiday gift 🎁

International Rescue Committee You can give joy this holiday season »     For many of us, exchanging gifts will happen virtually this year, marking the start of a new tradition. During this unique holiday season, you can start another new tradition: G…

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  Andrea, IRC · [email protected]

December 11, 2020 at 3:16 PM

The most popular gift this week:

International Rescue Committee Hint: It can help refugee children and families rebuild their lives.   John, have you started your holiday shopping yet? We just launched our holiday Rescue Gift catalog — and this past week we've seen a lot of people buying a year of school for two gi…

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  IRC HQ · [email protected]

December 9, 2020 at 2:53 PM

Give the gift of goats 🐐🐐

International Rescue Committee Give a gift from the heart to someone you love.     John — Give someone special a meaningful, symbolic gift from our new Rescue Gift catalog: two baby goats! When you do, we'll send your loved one a beautiful e-card highl…

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