Hi everyone,

I’m organizing this fundraiser on behalf of my friend Alaa, a determined, compassionate, and hardworking young man who has overcome incredible challenges to pursue his dream of higher education.

Alaa is a refugee from Syria who, despite the odds, has worked tirelessly to build a better future. He’s held multiple jobs, taught himself English, and applied to universities around the world — all while navigating the uncertainty of life in displacement.

He has been accepted to various universities but the financial support is not enough. While he is in the process of applying to more scholarship opportunities to cover his tuition, he still needs to cover other costs for attending university. We’re hoping to raise $5,000 to cover:
Language proficiency tests
Travel documents and fees (Passport and visas)
Flights and relocation
Housing deposits
Essential supplies for school and daily life

Every donation, no matter how small, brings Alaa one step closer to his dream. If you’re not in a position to give, sharing this page would mean the world to us.
Thank you for helping Alaa take this next big step. He’s going to do amazing things — and with your help, he can get there. (Note the camping goal is 5,500 to help offset some of the fees related to fundraising)

With gratitude,
Claudia, Alaa, and friends