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“Qatra, Qatra Darya Mishawad.” – “Drop by drop, a river is made.”

This beautiful Afghan proverb reminds us that small, steady acts of kindness—your acts of kindness—come together to create something powerful and lasting. Over these past few weeks, you have shown exactly what that looks like.

When we launched our $25,000 matching opportunity on February 14, thanks to two incredibly generous donors, you stepped up in ways that truly moved us. Whether you made a one-time gift over $250 or committed to a recurring donation of $25 or more, your support helped us not only meet the match but exceed it. Because of you, we’re able to keep showing up for refugees—offering welcome, stability, and opportunity—even in the midst of so much uncertainty.

But even with the incredible generosity you and others have shown, the needs remain great. There is still a significant gap to fill to ensure that families who are already here have the support they deserve. If you are able, your continued support would mean the world to us—and to them. 

​​Just days ago, the U.S. Department of State made the heartbreaking decision to terminate its grant agreements for the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP). This decision doesn’t just disrupt services—it shakes the very foundation of a life-saving program that has been welcoming refugees since 1980. And now, resettlement agencies like Canopy, along with our national partners like Global Refuge, are left grappling with the devastating impact on refugee families—and on communities like yours that have opened their arms wide in welcome. If you are able to give and help us keep this vital work going, please visit the link to make a gift today. Every single drop counts.

Here at Canopy, we are more committed than ever to standing with our newest neighbors—over 750 refugees who are still within their first five years of building a new life here. And it’s only because of you and your generosity that we can keep going.

Thank you for believing in this work. Thank you for standing with us. And thank you for being part of this river we’re building—drop by drop, together—even when the current is strong.

With deep gratitude,

Khalid Ahmadzai
Senior Director of Community & Economic Development