Meet the Sadiqi family! Mom and Dad have 5 children, ranging from toddlers to teens, and have recently resettled from Afghanistan to California. Mom loved to sew for her family, and is really looking forward to having a sewing machine in her new home so that she can bring her beloved craft with her here in the US. The family is also in need of beds and bedding to keep warm on the cool winter nights.
Introducing the Shaker family! The Shakers recently resettled in California after arriving from Afghanistan. Mom and Dad have five teens! Dad worked with the United Nations on the World Food Program back in Afghanistan, and is proud to have served those in need. Now that he is in need of help himself here in the US, he is very grateful for those who have welcomed him and his family with open arms.
Welcome to California, Sahak family! Mom and Dad recently arrived from Afghanistan with their 5 school aged children. Their youngest says she loves her new neighborhood and school, with her new favorite subject being English. She has been enjoying making new friends, riding scooters with them, and building her language skills by talking and playing with other kids in her community. Her family is so happy that she can follow her dreams here, and grow up to have the career in medicine that she hopes for.
Welcome to California, Payam family! The Payam family is a big, happy family of 8- with 6 kids ranging in ages from toddler to teen. Dad was an electrical engineer in Afghanistan, where the family recently resettled from, and Mom stayed home with the kids. Mom is now taking an English class in her new community, and excited for the new learning opportunities available to her here. She also loves to sew and has a sewing machine on her wishlist, hoping that she can continue her beloved craft here in her new home. The family is also in need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home.
Welcome to California, Noori family! The Noori family is a big, happy family of 7, with 5 kids ranging in ages from middle school to young adult. Dad was a Shopkeeper in Afghanistan, where the family recently resettled from. Mom stayed home with the kids. Mom & Dad are now taking an English class together in their new community. As they settle into their new home, the Noori family is in need of beds and bedding to make their space comfortable and welcoming. Any support you can offer would greatly help them feel at home in California.
Meet the Sherzai family! This vibrant household includes Mom, Dad, and their five children, ranging from elementary school to high school aged. The Sherzai family recently arrived from Afghanistan and is now settling in California.Mom and Dad are actively taking English classes to adapt to their new environment, and Mom hopes to acquire a sewing machine to continue practicing her traditional craft. As they build their new life, the family is in urgent need of beds and bedding to make their home more comfortable.
Meet the Pineda family! Mom, Dad, and their teen son recently arrived from Guatemala, and resettled in California. They are so happy to be a part of their new neighborhood, and have already gotten to attend some local community events. This family is especially in need of beds and bedding as they settle in to their new home, as well as kitchen items so they can create a taste of home in their new kitchen. Thank you for helping!
Meet the Faqiri family! Mom and Dad have four kids; two preteens and two teens. They recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in California. Dad used to work as Engineer, and his kids consider him their hero. Their oldest son is looking forward to attending college here in the US and hopes to become a doctor someday and finally reach his goals. They are thankful to be together here in their new home, and are most in need of beds, bedding, and kitchen supplies as they set up their apartment.
Meet Zaitona Hashimi and her family! Zaitona is 12 years old and recently arrived here from Afghanistan with her parents, as well as her 5 brothers and sisters. They recently resettled in Washington state, and the kids have begun school there. In fact, Zaitona loves school so much, she wants to be a teacher when she grows up, just like her mom. She loves to learn about history and also loves to draw in her free time. Zaitona and her family are especially in need of beds and bedding this winter, and a small heater for their apartment.
Introducing the Almahameid family! Mom and Dad have six children; a 7 year old daughter as well as five boys ages 25, 21, 18, 15 & 4 old. The Almahameids recently arrived from Syria, and resettled in San Diego. Dad had a thriving business in Syria selling fresh fruits and vegetables. Both he and his wife are now taking English classes in their local community and are looking forward to new opportunities here, especially for their young adult children. They are especially in needs of bed and bedding as they settle into their new home, as well as a sewing machine for Mom, who enjoys making traditional clothing for her family.
Introducing the Rahimi family! Mom and Dad have two boys, ages 6 and 15 years old. The Rahimi family recently arrived from Afghanistan, and resettled in the Bay Area of California. Dad worked in security, while Mom stayed home with the kids. Now Mom is taking English classes in her community and the whole family is excited new opportunities! This family is in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home this winter.
