Dear Family, 

Today is the DAY!!!

As I am heading out to attend the graduations of our Sharmarke, Mukumbira and Mageney today, I want to remind you that this was not possible without your support and your presence in our village. They did it, because we did what we were supposed to do. We did it because you were there to support. This is the team work that not only kept hundreds of children away from drugs and gangs but also helped these youth to graduate from high school. 

On this blessed Friday, I ask you to keep them in your prayers and continue supporting them and others through your donations to MY Project USA. This newsletter is packed with actions that you can take to support these youth and families in need right here in your own backyard. 

Happy Eid-ul-Adha to all celebrating!!! May you have a wonderful time with your family and loved ones and all your prayers and sacrifices be accepted. 

In solidarity with youth & families, 

Zerqa Abid, 

Founder & Executive Director, 

MY Project USA

Eid-ul-Adha Udhiya/Qurbani Meat Donation

MY Project USA and We Got Meat Teamed Up For Meat Donations

This Eid-ul-Adha, MY Project USA and We Got Meat have teamed up to help facilitate your udhiya/qurbani donations to local families in need. Drop off locations are mentioned in the flyer above. For more information, contact Nasir Shinwari at 614-905-0977. 

2024 Day of Arafat - Iftar Signup for Local Muslims in Need

Today is the last day to sign up for Day of Arafat meal distributions. You are welcome to cook, bring cooked food or send us money so we can order from MY Community Cafe on your behalf. Families are welcome to bring their kids to help with packing. 

Hilltop Youth Soccer Summer League Kickoff!

Summer League 2024 Underway!

The Hilltop Youth Soccer Summer League is in full swing! We kicked off on June 11 and we are in for an amazing summer! There are 24 teams and about 300 kids participating in this year's Summer League! Volunteers are needed throughout the season (Mondays and Wednesdays) to help with set up, take down, and during games. If interested, contact Nasir Shinwari at 614-905-0977 or admin4@myprojectusa.org. 

This year's summer league is paid for in part from grants and sponsorships from: Ohio Department of Education and Workforce, ADAMH Board of Franklin County, Pomante Contractors and others. 

MY Summer Expedition Off To A Great Start!

Students Visit Numerous Ohio Landmarks

The MY Summer Expedition program kicked off on Monday, June 10 with a fun packed trip to Franklin Park Conservatory! Students also made trips to the Ohio Caverns and Hocking Hill. They learned about the environment, the insects and animals that sustain it, the geography of Ohio, and more. Week 1 was a blast! 

For more timely updates on the summer program, follow along on our Instagram and Facebook. 

This year’s MY Summer Expedition program is funded in part by grants from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce and the Franklin County Board of Commissioners.

MY Leaders Summer Lab Orientation

Sessions Starting June 17! 

MY Leaders Summer Lab orientation took place on June 10. Parents and students learned what the program entails and all the ways it can help them - whether to round out their college applications, resumes, or just to learn leadership and advocacy skills that will carry them through life. 

A second orientation will take place on Monday, June 17 at 5:00 PM, followed by the first session at 6:00 PM. If you have not yet registered your kids, there is still time! Do not miss out on this amazing opportunity!

Westhaven Community Cookout

MYProject USA is hosting a community cookout in collaboration with Westhaven apartment complex! It will be a day filled with fun, food, community bonding, and more! Free food and gifts will be given to the first 150 attendees. Let's get together and celebrate our strong Westhaven families!

MY Deah's Warehouse:

12 Locations In Columbus To Drop Off Donations – Truck Pick-Up Available For Large Donations

We Are Looking For More Locations

You can now drop off your donations of new and gently used clothes, shoes, books, toys and other small non-breakable items in a donation box near you. These locations include: 

   • Ahlul Bayt Society – 2580 W. Dublin Granville Rd. Columbus, OH 43235
   • Bethel International United Methodist Church – 1220 Bethel Rd. Columbus, OH 43220
   • Covenant Baptist Church – 5100 Dierker Rd. Columbus, OH 43220
   • Heritage Christian Church – 7413 Maxtown Rd. Westerville, OH 43082
   • MAS Youth Center – 4615 Northtowne Blvd. Columbus, OH 43229
   • Masjid Nimrah – 4501 Refugee Rd. Columbus, OH 43232
   • MY Deah's Warehouse – 4004 Fondorf Dr. Columbus, OH 43228. (Business Hours Only)
   • Noor Islamic Cultural Center – 5001 Wilcox Rd. Dublin, OH 43016
   • Omar Ibn El-Khattab Masjid – 580 Riverview Dr. Columbus, OH 43202
   • The Destiny Center – 1561 Old Leonard Ave. Columbus, OH 43219
   • The First Congregational Church – 444 E. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43215
   • Turkish American Society of Ohio (TASO) – 2885 W. Dublin Granville Rd. Columbus, OH 43235

MY Project USA is searching for more locations across central Ohio where people can leave their donations of new and gently used clothes, shoes, books, toys, and other small non-breakable items. We need your support!

We will collect the items from the bins weekly (or more frequently as needed) and sort them in our warehouse. Once organized, we offer the items for free to clients in the communities we serve. Some items are also sold at Global Gifts & Thrift, a retail location in Hilliard that is based on the Goodwill model. All proceeds of these sales go toward funding our programs.

Our organization will ensure that the area around the bins remains clean. Please contact Noorullah Shinwari at (614) 817-9159 with questions or if you are interested in partnering with us. Thank you!