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Donate to Secure Ashley's Future: UPenn Student in Need, organized by Ashley Nicole Matias Matos

Get ready cause I am going to unload a lot because I need a Hail Mary in the 24th hour. My name is Ashley Matias and I am a 2nd year graduate student at the Graduate School of Education at UPenn. I am looking to receive a Masters (MS.Ed) In School and Mental Health Counseling this coming May. Apart from being a Penn student, I am a North Philly native, who was undocumented as a child, a DACA student as a teen, and have only recently been granted a pathway to citizenship via a U-Visa. I am the product of the School District of Philadelphia, and I want nothing more than to be able to utilize my degree from the University of Pennsylvania to create opportunities in this same district for kids like me. Right now, I’m facing some nearly impossible circumstances right at the finish line. I currently have an outstanding student bill balance of $17,000 which is preventing me from registering for my last semester .Currently, I do not have access to stable housing and am struggling to pay the tuition for my master’s program. My status as a former DACA and current U-Visa holder has meant repeated denials for loans, and while I have sought Emergency Graduate Funding to address the housing situation, I am in desperate need of financial assistance specifically to cover my tuition bill for the final portion of my program. Without this support, I will lose out on an opportunity to work possibly work at a school I love and am guaranteed to fall into deeper debt with no opportunity for gainful employment. Growing up in North Philly was hard but going to college and learning to walk in spaces not really meant for me was even harder. After obtaining my undergraduate degree, I worked with elementary age students which solidified my love for providing guidance within academic institutions. In the Winter of 2023, I thought why not give applying to Penn a shot? It was my dream when I was younger, and I knew that graduating from any professional education program would only further my ability to walk in my purpose. I am incredibly passionate about the work that I do here at Penn, but more importantly, the work that I will do upon finishing my program. I hope to graduate in May 2025, but the financial gap makes that future uncertain. If you are able to help, whether by donating, sharing my story, or connecting me with any resources or people who might be able to assist, I would be deeply grateful. Thank you for taking the time to read this—I truly appreciate any help you can offer. Sincerely, Ashley Nicole Matias Matos MS.Ed School & Mental Health Counseling Candidate Northeast Treatment Center Outpatient Therapist Intern School District of Philadelphia School Counseling Intern University of Pennsylvania Civic House Graduate Assistant Read more

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Why GoFundMe Articles and URLs Appear on Our Website?

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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