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Donate to Help the Sorianos Secure Their Future, organized by Barb Lundberg

I first met this extraordinary family during my time as an ESL teacher. Luis and Sarita Soriano, along with their three children, Brayan, Ana, and Kevin, had spent their entire lives in Tegucigalpa, the capital of Honduras. Their unwavering faith in God has helped them endure the following harrowing and unimaginable experiences. In their home country, Luis served as a civil servant in a government office while Sarita worked as a Spanish Grammar teacher. In October 2020, their lives were turned upside down by threats from maras, organized criminal gangs that are prevalent in Honduras. They were warned that if they did not leave their home, their children would be killed, and their dismembered parts would be found in a garbage bag. Those who had received similar threats and tried to hide were found and killed. Since gangs infiltrated every part of the small country, including the police, hiding was futile. Luis and Sarita approached the authorities to file a complaint and ask for protection, but the police were also corrupt and did nothing. The National Human Rights Commission of Honduras considered alternatives for the family but advised them that, due to these lethal threats and for their safety, they should escape, thus becoming refugees for the first time. In November 2020, the Sorianos left their home, leaving behind their family, friends, schools, and jobs. Since they had no suitcases, they had to fill a garbage bag with their important documents, medicines, and some clothes, and leave their hometown secretly under the cover of night, without being able to say goodbye or hug their loved ones. This was during the pandemic, and from that day on, they began an exhaustive search for where and how to move with the children. Without visas, passports, or relatives abroad and without knowing English, some people helped them obtain the necessary documents to undertake their journey to the United States. Facing isolation, uncertainty, and fear, the family experienced many firsts: their first flight, adapting from a tropical climate to a freezing one that required getting winter clothes, experiencing new foods, customs, and festivities, enrolling in unknown schools, finding accommodation, and learning a new language. Through a series of international contacts and divine interventions, Luis was able to obtain an A1 diplomatic visa and work at the Embassy in Massachusetts. To find the right way to live permanently in the United States, they began a Change of Status process. However, in November 2023, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service informed Luis that his application was rejected because the lawyer had done the paperwork incorrectly, resulting in the case being denied. Since then, they have again applied for asylum, but approval can take several years. Since they were not allowed to work, their church and various friends have been supporting them, giving them a house to live in and helping with basic needs. However, even with this help, they barely cover their monthly expenses. Luis and Sarita want to work to support their family but are not allowed to do so until their asylum application is approved. They need approximately $6,000 for the remainder of their legal process, attorney fees, work permits, and more. All funds raised will go directly into Luis’s bank account. Because of the impact of this change in life and post-trauma stress, many things have been difficult, including serious health conditions for three of the family members. Despite all these economic and health circumstances, Luis and Sarita are trying to reach out to their community by volunteering in different organizations and churches, out of love and gratitude to God and all His new loving family. The family would be so grateful for any help you could provide to enable them to become independent again. Please consider donating even a small amount to help them become self-sufficient again. And please share their request. Thank you for caring. Blessings, Luis and Sarita Soriano Read more

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Why GoFundMe Articles and URLs Appear on Our Website and How We Support Other GoFundMe Campaigns

At LFEBridge Foundation, we are dedicated to creating a platform where individuals and organizations can maximize their fundraising efforts. As part of our commitment to supporting a wide range of causes, we incorporate articles and URLs from GoFundMe into our website. Here’s why you might see GoFundMe content on our site, how it benefits the fundraising community, and our relationship with GoFundMe:

1. Amplifying Reach for Fundraising Campaigns

Increased Visibility: By featuring GoFundMe articles and URLs on our platform, we help increase the visibility of various fundraising campaigns. This additional exposure can attract more donors and supporters, helping campaigns achieve their goals more quickly.
Cross-Promotional Opportunities: Highlighting campaigns from GoFundMe allows us to support a broader spectrum of causes and connect with a wider audience. This cross-promotion benefits both the campaign organizers and potential donors looking for causes to support.

2. Supporting Campaign Growth

Advertising and Promotion: We understand the importance of visibility in successful fundraising. By showcasing GoFundMe campaigns, we provide an advertising platform that helps these campaigns reach potential donors who might not have discovered them otherwise.
Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with GoFundMe and featuring their campaigns on our site strengthens the fundraising ecosystem, ensuring that worthwhile causes receive the attention and support they deserve.

3. Expanding Donor Networks

Broader Donor Base: Featuring a variety of campaigns from different platforms helps diversify and expand the donor base. This means more people can learn about and contribute to a variety of causes, ultimately driving higher engagement and donations.
Enhanced Outreach: By integrating GoFundMe content, we help campaigns tap into new networks and communities, broadening their reach and potential impact.

How We Help Other GoFundMe Campaigns Grow

1. Featured Campaigns Section

Highlighting Noteworthy Campaigns: We have a dedicated section on our website where we feature noteworthy GoFundMe campaigns. This not only gives these campaigns a spotlight but also encourages visitors to explore and contribute to them.
Rotating Features: To ensure a diverse range of campaigns get visibility, we regularly rotate the featured campaigns. This continuous update keeps the content fresh and engaging for our audience.

2. Social Media Promotion

Sharing Across Platforms: We share selected GoFundMe campaigns on our social media channels to reach a broader audience. Our followers, in turn, can share these posts, amplifying the reach even further.
Engagement Strategies: Utilizing effective engagement strategies, such as storytelling and compelling visuals, we enhance the appeal of these campaigns, driving more traffic and donations.

3. Email Newsletters

Campaign Highlights: Our email newsletters often include highlights of impactful GoFundMe campaigns. By doing so, we bring these causes directly to the inboxes of our subscribers, encouraging more people to get involved and donate.
Donor Updates: We keep our donors informed about the progress and success of the campaigns they have supported, fostering a sense of community and continued engagement.

LFEBridge Foundation's Independence

It’s important to clarify that LFEBridge Foundation is an independent entity and is not part of or affiliated with GoFundMe. While we feature and support GoFundMe campaigns on our site, we operate as a separate foundation dedicated to collecting donations for various causes, similar to GoFundMe. Many of these causes are displayed on our website to provide donors with a wide range of options to support.

Conclusion

By featuring GoFundMe articles and URLs on our website, LFEBridge Foundation supports a wide array of fundraising campaigns, helping them gain the visibility and donations they need to succeed. Through our promotional efforts and strategic partnerships, we aim to create a robust and supportive environment for all fundraising initiatives.

For more information on how we support fundraising campaigns or to explore featured campaigns, visit https://LFEBridge.com or contact us at support@lfebridge.com.

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