Every day, undocumented youth in New York City show up for their families and communities despite facing uncertainty, fear, and unmet needs. At NYSYLC, undocumented youth get the tools and community support to lead and create change.

This year alone, NYSYLC has:

Collaborated with 70+ immigrant youth to make organizational decisions and lead programs
Reached 500+ immigrant youth, family members, and teachers through know-your-rights workshops, resource trainings, and healing spaces
Supported Dream Teams in NYC schools advocating for immigrant students
Assisted undocumented high school seniors in accessing college and scholarships through Undocu Academy
Marched, organized, and educated hundreds in defense of immigrant rights

Now, we need your help to keep this movement alive. We’re raising $20,000 by December 31st to fund stipends, leadership trainings, and urgent services for immigrant youth. Many of our members are balancing school, work, and family while fighting for justice. Your donation helps them stay in the movement.

When you give, you’re funding:

Undocu Academy: College access, life skills, and leadership development for undocumented high school seniors
Youth Empowerment Program: Political education for new youth organizers
Dream Team Network: Student-led immigrant justice clubs across NYC schools
Know-Your-Rights and Family Emergency Planning: Helping immigrant youth and families stay safe and informed in case of ICE encounters.
UndocuQueer Team: Safe space and advocacy for LGBTQ+ immigrant youth
Teach Dream: Empowering educators to create safer, more inclusive schools and support immigrant student leadership.

and more!

How You Can Help:

Donate today: Every dollar fuels immigrant youth-led organizing.
Fundraise with us!
- Create your own fundraising page as an individual.
- Or start a team with your school, workplace, Dream Team, or community group.

Peer fundraisers are the heart of our movement. You don’t need to be an expert, just passionate about immigrant justice. We’ll provide all the tools, graphics, and sample posts you need to share your story and inspire your network.

Join the Movement

This work is urgent. Help us raise $20,000 by December 31 to sustain immigrant youth leadership across New York City.

Donate. Fundraise. Share.
Together, we can make sure youth are leading the way to a safer New York City for immigrants.

Immigrant Youth Leading Change: Donate to NYSYLC!

By New York State Youth Leadership Council

Immigrant Youth Leading Change: Donate to NYSYLC!

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