Young Children (2-5)

Tokhi Family

Tokhi Family

Welcome to California, Tokhi family! This big, happy, family of 8 recently arrived from Afghanistan and is settling into their new home. The kids love to play soccer together, especially their oldest son, who says his hero is the famous soccer player Ronaldo! This family is especially in need of beds and bedding to make their home warm and cozy.

Dawlatzai Family

Dawlatzai Family

Meet the Dawlatzai family! Mom and Dad have one adorable toddler boy, who is loving his new home in California. Dad was a procurement specialist in Afghanistan, and Mom enjoyed sewing for her home and family. Mom is hoping to recieve a sewing machine for her new home, so she can continue the craft that is so beloved to her.

Ahmady Family

Ahmady Family

Meet the Ahmady family! The Ahmady family recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in Tustin, California. They are a Mom, Dad, and three kids, ages 3, 8, and 11. Dad was a librarian in Afghanistan, and he has helped to foster a love of reading in all of his kids. The kids are excited to start school in their new community, and looking forward to making new friends. This family is especially in need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home as well.

Safdari Family

Safdari Family

Welcome to Virginia, Safdari family! Mom, Dad, and their two teens recently arrived from Afghanistan, where Dad was a software developer. Now they are setting up thier new appartment here in the US and are grateful for the support of their new community. Some of their biggest needs at the moment are warm blankets for winter and bicycles for the kids to travel to school with.

Zadran Family

Zadran Family

Introducing the Zadran family! With Mom as a medical doctor and Dad as a University lecturer, the Zadrans have big dreams for their 3 little ones. When we interviewed their middle son, he said that one of his favorite activities is "exploring numbers, like figuring out big calculations and imagining the vast size of the universe." Recently arriving from Afghanistan, they've begun to settle into their new home in California, and are looking forward to making their home warm and cozy. They are all in need of beds and bedding, and also in need of a car seat and booster seat for their two youngest kids.

Seddiqe Family

Seddiqe Family

Welcome to Virgina, Seddiqe family! Mom and Dad recently arrived from Afghanistan with their toddler and two school aged little ones, and are settling into their new home. Both the kids and the parents are in need of beds and bedding, especially warm blankets that can keep the chilly East Coast weather out!

Ghafoori Family

Ghafoori Family

Welcome to California, Ghafoori family! The Ghafooris are a big family of 8, with 6 kids ranging from toddler to young adult. They recently arrived from Afghanistan, where Dad had worked as an acquisition specialist. He says his biggest hope for the future is for his children to get a good education here in the United States.

Nizami Family

Nizami Family

Meet the Nizami family! Mom and Dad have four children, ages 4 to 12, and are expecting a new baby boy this year too! The Nizamis recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in Sacramento, where the older kids have started school in their new neighborhood. Their family is in need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home, as well as a booster seat for their youngest.

Ali Family

Ali Family

Introducing the Ali family! Recently arriving from Afghanistan, Mom, Dad, and their 5 teens have begun settling into their new home in California. Dad was a teacher in Afghanistan and is especially proud that his kids will get to finish their education here. As they are a large family of 7, they are especially in need of a dining room table, a sofa, and kitchen items to make it a cozy and comfortable space for everyone.

Safi Family

Safi Family

Please welcome the Safi family! They are a couple from Afghanistan who have settled in California, and are expecting a baby boy in May! We need your help to set them up in their new home, so that they can get ready for their new baby. Thank you!

Adil Family

Adil Family

Welcome to Sacramento, Adil Family!
The Adil family, Inamudin, Meena, and their two beautiful daughters, recently arrived from Afghanistan and are beginning their new life in California. Inamudin formerly supported U.S. efforts abroad, and Meena lovingly cared for their home and children. Their oldest is an energetic toddler, while the youngest is still a baby. As they get settled, the Adils are in urgent need of beds, bedding, and essential home items to create a safe and welcoming space for their children. Let’s help fill their new home with comfort, dignity, and a warm community welcome!

Noori Family

Noori Family

Welcome to California, Noori family! The Nooris are Mom, Dad, and their sweet toddler and two adorable elementary aged little ones. They recently resettled from Afghanistan, where Dad served at the US Embassy. Mom was a homemaker and enjoyed sewing for her family. In addition to the beds and bedding that they are in urgent need of, Mom has a wish for a sewing machine for her new home, so she can continue her treasured craft.

Salehi Family

Salehi Family

Welcome the Salehi family! Mom and Dad recently arrived from Afghanistan with their two adorable preschool aged little ones, and resettled in Virginia. Mom says that one of her favorite activities is swimming and she's looking forward to taking her kids this summer as well! For now though, it's still winter and their top priority is getting beds and bedding to stay warm in their new home. They are very thankful for the help and welcome they have received from their new community!

Sadiqi Family

Sadiqi Family

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.

Zarin Family

Zarin Family

Meet the Zarin family! Mom and Dad recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in Virginia. They have three children, ages 4, 8, and 11, who recently began school in their new community as well. The kids love to play soccer together, and to make friends by going to the park near them. Their oldest dreams of being an engineer someday, and is happy to be studying at his new school.

Arian Family

Arian Family

Welcome to California, Arian family! Mom, Dad, and their two preschool aged little ones recently arrived from Afghanistan and are beginning to settle into their new home. Dad was a medical doctor in Afghanistan, so he hopes to work in the healthcare field in some capacity again. The kids keep both their parents active and busy as they explore their new neighborhood, and both dream of having bicycles so they can ride and play with their new friends!

Shaker Family

Shaker Family

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.

Sediq Family

Sediq Family

Introducing the Sediq family! Mom and Dad have just one preschool aged little boy, who is the pride and joy of his family. They recently arrivedfrom Afghanistan and resettled in their new home in California, where their little one is enjoying going for a bicycle ride and eating strawberry ice cream. Mom worked in the Ministry of Education in Afghanistan so she is making sure her son's life is full of learning too!

Shakibani Family

Shakibani Family

Introducing the Shikbani family! Mom and Dad recently arrived from Afghanistan with their three sons, ages 12, 18, and 19. They've resettled in Northern California, where their son Mazullah has started school in his new neighborhood. Mazullah and his family had the chance to visit Los Angeles during their resettlement as well, which he loved! A kid with a big heart, Mazullah sent the Miry's List team a note of encouragement during the recent LA fires, and a sweet photo of their trip too.

Wahdat Family

Wahdat Family

Welcome to Sacramento, Wahdat family! Mom and Dad recently arrived from Afghanistan along with their two little boys, ages 5 and 7. The whole family loves to get outside, having picnics and visiting parking together, and Dad and the boys especially love to play soccer together. They are really looking forward to making new friends in their neighborhood, especially the boys who recently headed back to school.