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Hans Miguel Esguerra

Donor/Supporter, Partner

"Seeing our community come together in joy rather than struggle fills me with an overwhelming sense of fulfillment, and I now know this is the type of impact I want to create in this world."

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Tobore Oweh

Donor/Supporter, Entrepreneur

"It’s been a journey for me to become an entrepreneur, and I am happy that Immigrants Rising has always been there to support me along the way!"

Tanya Broder

Donor/Supporter, Leadership Council, Partner

"Immigrant youth have rarely accepted ‘no’ for an answer."

Elena Chavez Quezada

Donor/Supporter, Leadership Council

"This community really is there for everyone, lifting each other up, and wholly accepting the challenges and strengths of each person."

Leslie Dorosin

Donor/Supporter, Leadership Council

"There are all these passionate, articulate young adults who are working toward a better world despite all the challenges put in front of them."

Bob Haas

Donor/Supporter

"It’s inspiring to hear the stories of how undocumented young people have persevered in the face of hardship."

Elise Haas

Donor/Supporter, Leadership Council

"Learning about the fears of undocumented immigrants felt personal and visceral. This is about all of us."

Jeff Hawkins

Donor/Supporter

"This is about basic human rights and freedom. People should be able to pursue their dreams."

Ed Kissam and JoAnn Intili

Donor/Supporter

"This organization is targeted, thoughtful, innovative, effective, humane, and thought-provoking in its approach to supporting undocumented youth."