Help Alaa start his New Chapter

Education

Help Alaa start his New Chapter

USD 6,057

Raised of USD 5,500 Goal

68

Donors

6

Anonymous

5 $ on 09-07-2025

Anonymous

500 $ on 03-07-2025

Joshua Martin

50 $ on 01-07-2025

Claudia Herrero Rapagna Created this campaign

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ID # 3443

Created on 15-05-2025

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 in the US and Europe 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
(Note the camping goal is 5,500 to help offset some of the fees related to fundraising).

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. We believe he is capable of doing amazing things, and with your help, he can get there. If you have any follow up questions please feel free to contact me at claudiaherrero81@gmail.com or contact Alaa directly at alooshjamal878@gmail.com.

With gratitude,
Claudia, Alaa, and friends

Latest Updates

Claudia Herrero Rapagna

11-07-2025

Dear friends and supporters, Thanks to your incredible generosity, we’ve successfully reached our goal! Alaa now has the funds he needs to begin preparing for his move to Prague and his studies at Charles University this fall. Please if you still wish to support Alaa or help with any future needs, please contact him directly through Instagram (@alaa_ai01) or email (alooshjamal878@gmail.com). Your kindness has made a real difference in Alaa’s life. Again, thank you for being part of this journey! With heartfelt gratitude, Claudia, Alaa, and friends

Claudia Herrero Rapagna

04-07-2025

Dear friends and supporters, We are thrilled to share that we’ve officially reached our $5,500 fundraising goal! Thanks to your incredible generosity, Alaa now has the funds he needs to begin preparing for his journey to Charles University in Prague this fall. Your support means more than words can express, you've helped turn a dream into a real opportunity. Alaa is already starting to make preparations, including gathering documents, planning his travel, and getting ready for student life in a new country. We’ll continue to keep you updated as he takes his next steps. Feel free to keep in touch with Alaa through Instagram (@alaa_ai01) or email (alooshjamal878@gmail.com). From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in Alaa and being part of this journey. We Did It, Thank You! With deep gratitude, Claudia, Alaa, and friends

Claudia Herrero Rapagna

25-06-2025

Hi everyone, Thank you so much for your incredible support in helping Alaa pursue his dream of studying in Europe. We have some exciting news to share! Alaa has been accepted to Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic to begin his studies this fall, 2025! He has been awarded a partial tuition scholarship, a huge accomplishment that reflects his hard work, determination, and resilience. Thanks to your generosity, Alaa is now well on his way to covering the remaining tuition and travel costs needed to begin this life-changing journey. We are so close to reaching our goal: every share, donation, or message of support brings us closer. If you can, please share this update with friends, family, or anyone who may want to be part of Alaa’s story. If you have any questions or want to learn more, feel free to reach out. We’re so grateful to have you on this journey with us! With heartfelt thanks, Claudia, Alaa, and friends

Organizer

Claudia Herrero Rapagna

610 calle Jauca J24

Comments

Anonymous

Donated 5 $

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Anonymous

Donated 500 $

God bless you bro

Joshua Martin

Donated 50 $

Blessings, brother.

Anonymous

Donated 25 $

Best of luck Alaa

Nada ELG

Donated 30 $

May this help

Anonymous

Donated 100 $

Hope you get the funds you need and I hope you get your scholarship!

Megan Hudzikiewicz

Donated 100 $

Many blessings on your journey - from Colin H - family.

A I

Donated 300 $

I am proud of you Princey

Barbara Grise

Donated 200 $

Dear Alaa, I'm a friend of Ilham, writing from Vermont. We haven’t met, but I want you to know your journey matters. I hope your education lights the way forward. Wishing you strength, purpose, and peace... and a reminder: you are not alone. In solidarity, Barbara

Miriam and Eric Feldstein

Donated 180 $

Good Luck

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USD 6,057

Raised of USD 5,500 Goal

68

Donors

6

Anonymous

5 $ on 09-07-2025

Anonymous

500 $ on 03-07-2025

Joshua Martin