International Rescue Committee

• Read about the Afghanistan crisis here.

Hi,

My name is Catherine. My parents are Vietnamese immigrants and what is happening in Afghanistan is very close to my heart. My parents' immigrant journey is very similar to what the Afghan refugees are likely experiencing today. Fortunately, my family's story has a positive ending due to the generousity and kindness of absolute strangers who helped them rebuild their lives in the US. Because of this, my family not only survived, but we thrived. If you are like me, you might feel compelled to do something which is why I set up this GoFundMe account. The money raised will be donated to an organization called International Rescue Committee, https://www.rescue.org/ . It is an organization that provides assistance and support to refugees. IRC not only provides for the immediate needs of the refugees, but also provides longterm resettlement support.

Please join me in doing our very small part!

Thank you,

Catherine

Our beloved sister Nabra has just been taken away from us.  We are all grieving her loss. But we must also make sure the world remembers the beautiful soul that she was. Because of that I have decided to start a campaign for Yemen in her name and the donation will be made in her name as well. The humanitarian crisis in Yemen is now the largest in the world, with more than 18 million people in need of assistance and 7 million already at risk of famine. These figures come on top of over 10,000 casualties due to armed conflict. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is scaling up their emergency response across the region, and calling for urgent increases in funding and better aid delivery routes in order to save lives. All the donations collected  will go to The International Rescue committee in order to truly help make a difference. their website is https://www.rescue.org/country/yemen
Of every $1 the IRC spends, more than 90¢ goes to programs and services that directly benefit people affected by crisis. Let us all honor her memory and make this world a better place. 

The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, "When a person dies, their deeds come to an end except for three things: Sadaqah Jariyah (ceaseless charity); a knowledge which is beneficial, or a virtuous descendant who prays for them (for the deceased)."

Media iQ's own Michael Beyts & Zach Morgan are running in this year's Paris Marathon on April 8th! We will be reppin' all things MiQ while raising funds for the International Rescue Committee (IRC). 

Please join us in supporting the work of the IRC's work with refugees around the world - we commit to match the first $1,000 donated!