For the last few years, I’ve taken advantage of the power of the internet to raise money for some of my favorite causes (to date, nearly $1,700). Each year, I’m overwhelmed by the generosity of my family and friends, so full of gratitude for how willing they are to support organizations that mean so much to me. This year, I’m supporting three fantastic organizations for my birthday, each doing work close to my heart.
Miry's
List is an organization that support refugees as they settle into their new
lives in the United States, helping them with everything from furnishing their
new homes to connecting to a supportive community. This small organization,
largely fueled by volunteers, is assisting families across the country. My mom
and niece have volunteered with the organization, helping refugee families
improve their English skills.
Donate to Miry’s List
Get on the Bus is a project of the
Center for Restorative Justice Works that helps incarcerated people stay
connected to their families through bus rides for prison visits, gifts,
counseling, advocacy, and much more. One of my favorite managers had been
incarcerated and I knew how difficult it was for her to be separated from her
children during that time and how hard she worked to rebuild those relationships
upon her release, so appreciate that this program exists for system-impacted families.
Donate to Get on the Bus
The
League of Women Voters works to protect and expand voting rights through advocacy,
education, and litigation at all levels of government. I believe passionately
in the power of voting and worry about the future of our country when far too
many people sit out elections and far too many elected officials are eager to
scale back voting rights.
Donate
to the League of Women Voters
