We make lists to provide essential household items make new arrivals’ new homes safe, functional and comfortable for the family, with autonomy to choose items based on taste, color preference, comfort and individual family needs. Over $1,000,000 in housewarming gifts have been gifted from family to family through the Miry’s List family lists since 2017.
Thank you for putting your attention, energy, and dollars towards helping them!
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Our goal is to fulfill each families list in partnership with our hive of helpers, our generous donors. Miry's List assumes no responsibility for any gifts given through the family Wishlists.
Featured Lists
Introducing the Abbara family! Mom and Dad have 3 little ones ages 1, 4, and 5. They recently arrived from Syria and resettled in Sacramento, California. Dad used to own his own business as a store owner in Syria, while Mom stayed home with the kids. They are now both taking English classes together and feeling excited about new opportunities here in California. The Abbara family is in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home, and are very grateful for all of the help they have recieved.
Introducing the Sediqi family! Mom and Dad have three little boys, ages 9, 6, and 4, and recently arrived from Afghanistan. They resettled in Sacramento both Mom & Dad are taking English classes. Mom was also a student in Afghanistan and is looking forward to continuing her studies at the local community college in Sacramento. Their family is in need of beds and bedding as winter sets in in Northern California, and really appreciates all the support.
Welcome to the Bay Area, Amini family! Mom and Dad recently arrived from Afghanistan with their 3 year old son and 9 year old daughter, and resettled in Concord, California, Both Mom & Dad are taking English classes and looking forward to getting to know their neighbors more. The kids also love that their apartment building has a swimming pool and can't wait to swim again next summer! The Amini family is especially in need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home.
Meet the Faqiri family! Mom and Dad have two daughters, ages 11 and 17, as well as two sons, ages 10 and 19. They recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in the East Bay Area of California. Dad used to work as Engineer, and his kids consider him their hero. 19 year old Ahmad 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.
Introducing the Al Akrad family! Mom and Dad have four children one daughter (17Y) old & three boys age 16Y, 12Y & 6Y old. The Al Akrad recently arrived from Syria, and resettled in California. Both Mom & Dad are taking English classes—the family is excited about their future here! They are very grateful for the opportunities they have had. This family is in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home - let's pitch in to help welcome them to the States.
Introducing the Fayez family! Mom and Dad have four boys, ranging in age from 4 to 17. They recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in their new home in Virginia, where the kids have recently started school. Mom went back to school as well, enrolling in a neighborhood English class! The Fayez family is in need of bedding this winter, especially as the Virginia weather grows colder, as well as a stroller for their 4 year old so he can easily get around when the family has errands to run.
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 Hosainy family! Mom, Dad, and their 4 kids, ages 6-13, recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in southern California. Dad was a community organizer and teacher in Afghanistan and is looking forward to finding community here in the US. He and his wife are both taking English classes and the whole family has begun to make friends. The family is also in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home this winter.
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 Hikmat family! Mom and Dad has four Children 2 daughters 10Y & 1Y old and 2 Sons 8Y & 6Y old. The Hikmat recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in CA. Both Mom & Dad are taking English class. Most of all, the family is excited about their future here and very grateful for the opportunties they have had. This family is also in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home.
Introducing the Ahmadi family! A single lady. The Ahmadi recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in CA. Most of all, she is excited about her future here and very grateful for the opportunities they have had. This family is also in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home.
Introducing the Malyar family! Single mother with 2 Sons 16Y & 10Y old. The Malyar recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in CA. Both Mom & Dad are taking English class. Most of all, the family is excited about their future here and very grateful for the opportunities they have had. This family is also in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home.
Introducing the Ehsan family! Mom and Dad have two daughters (4Y & 2Y) old. The Ehsan recently arrived from Afghanistan, and resettled in CA. Mom is looking for English class and the family is excited about their future here! They are very grateful for the opportunities they have had. This family is in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home - let's pitch in to help welcome them to the States.
Introducing the Nabizada family! Mom and Dad have two adorable daughters, ages 2 and 4. They recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in the Falls Church area of Virginia. Asraa, age 4, says her greatest wish is for her whole family to be together. This family is in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home.
Introducing the Azami family! Mom and Dad have two boys, ages 2 and 11, and two girls, ages 6 and 8. The Azami recently arrived from Afghanistan, and resettled in Virginia. Mom was a doctor in Afghanistan, and Dad was a University lecturer who also worked with NGOs. They are especially in need of a heater, rugs, and other items to keep them warm throughout the winter in Virginia. Thank you for helping!
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.
Welcome to San Diego, Hasham family! Mom and Dad have two little ones; one 2 year old daughter and one 4 year old son. The Hashams recently arrived from Afghanistan, where Dad was a legal advisor for the US State Department. Mom is staying home with her little ones and also taking an English class in her new community. Their little boy, Danial, recently learned how to ride a bike and really enjoys it! The family is in critical need of bedding and beds, and is very appreciative for everyone who has helped them!
Introducing the Nikzad family! Mom and Dad have three children: two daughters, ages 8 and 3, and one son, 12. They recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in California. Mom is currently taking an English class. Most of all, the family is excited about their future here and very grateful for the opportunities they have had. This family is also in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home.
Introducing the Zarifi family! Mom and Dad have two little girls ages 4 and 6, and one little boy who is 9 years old. The Zarifis recently arrived from Afghanistan, and resettled in the East Bay of California. Dad was an engineer and Mom was a judge (one of 270 in Afghanistan before 2021!). Now Mom is taking an English class and the family is excited about their future here! This family is in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home.
Introducing the Noori family! Mom and Dad have three little boys, ages 10, 6, and 2. They recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in Sacramento, California. Dad is proud to have worked with the United Nations as an IT specialist before coming to the US. The whole family is very excited about their future here and the opportunity that it holds. Mom has already started taking English classes in her community and is enjoying learning and making new friends. This family is also in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home.
Welcome to California, Said family! Mom and Dad recently arrived from Afghanistan with their 4 year old daughter and 1 year old son. Mom was a library supervisor in Afghanistan and is looking forward to her children being able to go to school in the US. As they settle into their new community in the Sacramento area, their biggest need is for warm beds and bedding as the nights get colder. Thank you for helping!
Welcome to the Bay Area, Alizada family! Mom and her adult daughter recently arrived from Afghanistan and are happy to have been able to resettle together. Ms. Alizada was a student in Afghanistan and is looking forward to continuing her education here. She has already begun an English class in her new community. Ms. Alizada says that her hero is her mother, and she is so thankful for all who are able to help them settle into their new home together.
Meet the Alizadah family! Mom & Dad have two sweet little boys, ages 5 years and 5 months. They recently arrived from Afghanistan, and resettled in Concord, California. Mom was a dentist in Afghanistan, and Dad was a reporter for the news. Dad is now taking English class, while Mom is taking some time off to bond with her new baby boy. Mom says that a special talent of hers is making connections and establishing relationships in her communities, and she is looking foward to doing that here in her new home.
Meet the Majidi family! Mom and Dad recently arrived from Afghanistan with their nine children, ages 2 to 18 (including a set of twins!). Dad was a psychiatrist in Afghanistan and Mom stayed home with the kids. They are all starting to settle into their new community in Virginia, and Mom has already started taking English classes with her local social services organization. The family is especially in need of bedding so all of the kids can get a good night's sleep as the school season begins.
Introducing the Faizi family! Mom and Dad have one daughter, who will celebrate her 8th birthday this November. The Faizis recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in Virginia, where their daughter was able to begin school again. Dad would also like to begin studies here in the US, with an eventual goal of becoming an electrical engineer. Most of all, the family is excited about their future here and very grateful for the opportunties they have had. This family is also in critical need of beds and bedding as they settle into their new home.
Welcome to Anaheim, Barakzai family! Mom and Dad recently arrived from Afghanistan with their 3 year old son and 10 and 6 year old daughters. 10 year old Sara is excited about her new home and is looking forward to doing her favorite activities there like painting and eating pizza! She wants to be a dentist someday, but for now she is hoping for a comfortable bed in her new room so she can get a good night's sleep and study hard at school.
Meet the Mohammadi family! Mom and Dad recently arrived from Afghanistan with their 12 and 5 year old sons, and resettled in Northern California. 5 year old Ehsan and 12 year old Amir love to be outside riding bicycles and playing soccer, and Amir has already started school. They are both really hoping for comfortable beds for their new room, as well as a desk and chair for Amir to have a quiet study space.
Meet the Aman family! Mom and Dad recently arrived from Afghanistan and resettled in Sacramento with their 3 kids, ages 4-7. Their 6 year old, Muhammad, wants to be a doctor when he grows up so he can help all human beings. His parents say that he is very shy but that he loves to be with his family, who make his heart sing. He and his siblings are all really hoping for bicycles so they can get outside and play with their new friends, and for a dining table to eat family meals together.
Welcome to Sacramento, Rahimi family! Mom and Dad have 2 girls, ages 6 and 2. They recently arrived from Afghanistan, where Dad worked as a procurement officer in a US construction company, and Mom stayed home with the girls. Dad prides himself on being a very honest person, and dreams that he could own his own restaurant some day. Most of all, he dreams of a better future for his family, and is grateful for the support they have gotten from their new neighbors in the US.