Why You Should Donate to ASC:One Story, Thousands of Lives
When Mariam* first walked through the doors of African Services Committee (ASC), she was exhausted, overwhelmed, and unsure of what her future held. Having recently arrived in New York City from West Africa, she was trying to rebuild her life from the ground up — in a new country, with no income, and limited access to healthcare. She didn’t know where to start.
That’s when she found ASC.
At ASC, Mariam was welcomed with warmth, respect, and understanding. She was connected to our health services team for medical screenings, referred to legal assistance, and enrolled in our English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. For the first time since arriving in the U.S., she felt like she had a support system — a community that saw her not as a case number, but as a person with dreams, potential, and dignity.
Mariam’s story is just one of thousands. Every year, ASC provides critical support services to people like her — those who are navigating complex systems while facing significant challenges such as language barriers, housing insecurity, or lack of healthcare access.
But none of this is possible without you.
Your donation goes far beyond a dollar amount. It becomes a safe space for someone to learn English. It becomes a health screening for someone who couldn’t otherwise afford care. It becomes a support group, a hot meal, a trusted advocate.
When you donate to ASC, you are directly investing in:
- Access to life-saving health services
- Free English classes that build confidence and opportunity
- Legal referrals for those navigating immigration processes
- Food and clothing assistance for families in need
- Community-building programs that foster connection and hope
*Name changed to protect privacy.
