Each November our Valley's poets pledge to write a poem a day to support the Center for New Americans, which provides an array of services for immigrants seeking better lives for their families. Please join me in supporting this worthwhile organization.
My mother (far right) and her siblings shortly before they left the Netherlands to emigrate to the United States.
Goal $500.00
100% towards our goal
$930.00 raised
HONOR ROLL
Tracey
$ 100.00
Happy to support this wonderful cause on behalf of one of my favorite poets!!!!
Lanette Sweeney, A Fellow Poet
$ 10.00
I'm writing in 30 Poems with you, and I'm happy to support you.
Kevin Pilkington
$ 50.00
Gina B.
$ 30.00
$30 for 30 poems! I'm delighted to support such a great cause.
Anonymous
$ 100.00
Anonymous
$ 15.00
Becky Olander
$ 10.00
Write on, Marianne!
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In the early 1900s, my mother and her family,  and my father's parents, left their homes in war-torn Europe seeking a better life for themselves and their descendants. The United States remains a beacon of hope in the world. Today we can't open a newspaper or watch the news without seeing or hearing a story about the plight of immigrants, people fleeing often desperate situations with that same dream of providing a better life for themselves and their families. Here in the Pioneer Valley, the Center for New Americans welcomes immigrants and provides support through English classes, career preparation, legal services, and other support services. Please join me in supporting the great work they do. Donations of any amount are greatly appreciated