John,
I hope your holiday season has been filled with warmth and love. As we approach the end of the year, I’m reaching out today with an update on the unimaginable hardships refugees currently face — and how we can help.
Global layoffs from the pandemic have left thousands of refugees unable to afford rent or food, forcing many families to just one or two meals each day. Countless others cannot access health care due to their lack of legal status or insurance. Some displaced individuals are even selling their valuables to buy medicine.
Right now, HIAS is providing refugees with emergency assistance and advocating in courts to help secure asylum rights, unemployment benefits, and other essential services. And as we chart out our work in the new year, it’s critical that we can count on having the resources we need to provide support for refugees and asylum seekers around the world. John, we rely on people like you to sustain this vital mission, so today, I’m asking for your help:
In 16 countries around the world, our teams are partnering with supermarkets to supply food for clients in need, working to obtain health care for their families, and providing emergency cash-based assistance to help refugees and asylum seekers meet their basic needs. We’re also advocating for the rights of displaced individuals and providing one-on-one counseling for survivors of gender-based violence.
While we don’t know what may happen in the coming year, HIAS is fully committed to supporting the refugees and asylum seekers who need us most. But this lifesaving work is only possible with your backing, John.
Thank you for stepping up to support all those seeking safety from violence and persecution.
Sincerely,
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