THE SOLIDARITY CIRCLE
Standing together, month after month.
At First Friends of New Jersey and New York, we stand in solidarity with immigrants impacted by detention. We offer compassion, advocacy, and direct support to individuals navigating an unjust system—ensuring that no one faces this journey alone.
By joining First Friends’ Solidarity Circle, our monthly giving program, you provide consistent, reliable support that allows us to continue visiting, assisting, and advocating for those in detention and post-detention.
Why Give Monthly?
A monthly gift is one of the most impactful ways to support our work:
- Sustained Support – Your steady contribution ensures we can maintain visitation programs, provide emergency assistance, and advocate for immigrant justice year-round.
- Affordable & Flexible – Giving a small amount each month makes a big impact over time, and you can adjust or cancel at any time.
- Community & Connection – As a monthly donor, you become a Sustaining Friend, ensuring detained individuals feel seen, supported, and cared for.
What Your Gift Can Do:
- $15/month – Provides phone minutes for detained immigrants to stay connected with loved ones.
- $30/month – Funds emergency commissary support for those in detention.
- $50/month – Supports post-release assistance, including transportation back home.
- $100/month – Helps sustain our visitation program and the First Friends hotline, ensuring that no one is forgotten.
Join Today: Your Friendship Brings Hope
Every month, your support makes a difference—offering hope, dignity, and tangible assistance to those who need it most.