Building a Global Community Right Here at Home
Help Us Start the New Year Strong with Your Support
It's not too late! Make your Impact Today.
How You Can Help: Every Gift Counts
Your contribution will directly fund impactful programs that make a difference in our community! Here are a few ways your donation can help:
Our Mission: Why We Need You
Providing Educational Programs & Events
From our “Beyond the Headlines” series to language classes and international business forums, donations fund programming that helps Upstate residents gain valuable insights into global issues and cultural nuances.
Celebrating Cultures through Community
Donations make it possible to organize events like Salsa at Sunset, International Women’s Group gatherings, and celebrations of global holidays, helping our community members share their heritage and traditions.
Empowering Women & Promoting Inclusivity
Contributions directly support programs that engage and uplift our International Women’s Group, providing a safe, empowering space for women from around the world to connect, share, and grow.
Supporting Future Growth of UI
With your support, we can introduce new programs, expand our partnerships, and reach more diverse audiences throughout the Upstate region, making our mission accessible to all.
Our Impact: What Your Support Has Made Possible
With the generosity of our supporters, Upstate International has accomplished significant milestones in 2024, including:
- Over 200 cultural events and educational programs bringing together community members of all backgrounds.
- Expansion of our language and other Upstate International programs to include new language and culturally relevant topics.
- International Women’s Group engagement empowered over 300 women from diverse backgrounds, many of whom found new connections and lifelong friends.
- Corporate and community partnerships that strengthened international business relations, promoting economic growth and diversity in the Upstate
Your support makes these successes possible.
With your help, we can continue to build on this impact and bring our community even closer in 2025.
A Heartfelt Thank You: Honoring Your Contributions
This holiday season, make a lasting impact by supporting Upstate International’s mission to foster dynamic global engagement by connecting people, resources, and ideas. Your generous donation will help sustain our programs, events, and initiatives that enrich lives across the Upstate.
As a token of our gratitude, we’ll feature your name and tier on our festive Gift of Giving Wall displayed in our home office. Businesses and organizations will receive an extra special thank you with their logo proudly showcased.
Join us in spreading joy and creating meaningful connections this holiday season.
Help us by Sharing Our Campaign!
Upstate International thrives because of passionate supporters like YOU. By sharing our campaign on social media, you can inspire your friends and family to join our mission of fostering global connections, cultural understanding, and community engagement. Together, we can amplify the impact of our programs and events, making the Upstate a hub for diversity and international collaboration. Sharing is simple but powerful—be a part of this ripple effect for positive change!
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Join us in spreading joy and creating meaningful connections this holiday season.