Hi! I'm raising funds for NICE, the Nashville International Center for Empowerment, and their work serving refugees & immigrants in Middle Tennessee.

In 2021 I was sitting in my living room scrolling through the news and feeling overwhelmed by the tragedy unfolding in Afghanistan.  I decided that my "armchair activism" was not helping anyone, so I spent some time looking for organizations that were part of a solution.  NICE is one of those organizations.  Since 2005 it has been providing a safe place to land for those fleeing war and violence.  Through education & literacy programs, workforce development, employment assistance, healthcare navigation and other social services, NICE helps newcomers reach safety, stability, & self-sufficiency.

I have been a part of NICE's staff for almost 3 years, and it has been the best place I have ever worked.  My co-workers and the clients we serve are inspiring, hard-working and incredibly resilient.  As an organization, we represent 40 different languages and have staff from all around the world.  I'm thrilled to be a part of an organization that celebrates all of the cultures that make Nashville a great place to live. 

NICE's mission is to empower refugees & immigrants with resources & opportunities, so they can reach their full potential now and thrive for generations to come.   

I want to invite you to partner in our mission and help us sustain our programs for the immigrant community!  My birthday is April 28th, and I would be honored if you would consider donating in honor of my birthday!