Invest in a future today.
Join us in nurturing hope and empowering the next generation of refugee and immigrant youth in Eastern Washington as they build roots deep enough to weather any storm.
Every Dollar Counts
The examples below are meant to give a sense of what your generosity can accomplish — not a guarantee of exact allocation. Every gift to Roots International goes toward sustaining the pathway and program that needs it most.
$15
$25
$50
A high-quality soccer ball or basic athletic equipment.
Materials and facilitation for one group mentorship circle or specialized tutoring session.
Essential supplies—such as photography equipment or journals—to help a youth reclaim their voice through storytelling.
$100
Soccer gear or enrollment fees for our summer and day camps, where "play" breaks down walls faster than words.
$250
Specialized tutoring and college readiness materials to ensure education remains a bridge, not a barrier.
$500
Funding for trauma-informed counseling sessions or support groups to address "invisible wounds" like PTSD and anxiety.
Why give?
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You Are Investing in Future Community Stability
Your support does more than fund isolated programs—it is a direct investment in a thriving future. By equipping refugee and immigrant youth with essential skills and mentorship today, you are helping them grow into resilient individuals who will actively stabilize and strengthen our entire community tomorrow.
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You Provide Holistic, Trauma-Informed Care
Many of the youth we serve carry "invisible wounds" from displacement and cultural pressure. Your involvement allows us to shift the focus from "what is wrong with you" to "what happened to you," providing a safe haven where youth can truly heal, rest, and rebuild their lives.
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Your Support Honors Diverse Cultural Heritages
We believe in culturally responsive care that honors and respects the diverse traditions and cultural norms of every family we serve. Your contribution ensures that these young people can manage the stress of moving between worlds without losing their identity or the heritage that grounds them.
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You Are Closing a Critical Gap in Opportunity
Currently, 22% of U.S. youth live in immigrant families, and 45% of refugees admitted in 2023 were children. These young people carry profound dreams but often lack equal opportunities for growth. Your investment ensures they are no longer denied the support they need to overcome daunting academic and mental health barriers.
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You Fuel Proven Pathways to Connection
Your support directly powers our six interconnected lifelines—Sports, Mentorship, Education, Arts, Leadership, and Mental Health. Whether it is using a soccer ball to break down language barriers or providing the academic scaffolding a student needs to succeed, you are creating an immediate and lasting sense of belonging.
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You Are Backing a Mission Rooted in Lived Experience
Roots International was founded by Jackson Lino, who understands the quiet weight of trauma and the search for identity because he has lived it. By joining us, you are supporting a leader who refuses to let any young person walk their journey alone and is committed to providing the lifelines he once wished for himself.
Got Questions? Start Here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! Roots International is a 501 (3) (c) which means your donation is tax deductible. Root’s Tax ID Number is 41-5165647.
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Your financial support is a direct investment in the futures of refugee and immigrant youth, providing the essential resources for our six pathways to growth: Sports, Mentorship, Education, Arts, Leadership, and Mental Health. These contributions fund the creation of safe spaces for connection, specialized tutoring to overcome academic barriers, and trauma-informed care for healing. Whether it is providing a soccer ball to break down barriers or funding resilience coaching for "invisible wounds," every dollar helps young people anchor their identity and grow roots in the Spokane community.
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To get involved with Roots International, you can share your time and talents as a volunteer mentor, tutor, or program assistant. You can also become a partner to collaborate on community events or provide financial support by donating to help provide safe spaces and holistic care for youth. To begin, you can fill out the general inquiry form on the website or contact the team directly at volunteer@rootsinternational.org or info@rootsinternational.org.
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Yes, Roots International gratefully accepts in-kind donations that directly support our Six Pathways to growth. Tangible resources are vital for our hands-on programming and help remove barriers for the youth we serve. Items we frequently need include:
Sports: New soccer balls, cleats, and athletic gear for our summer and day camps.
Arts: Creative supplies such as photography equipment, journals, and art materials for our storytelling workshops.
Education: Laptops, school supplies, and college readiness materials to support our academic bridging programs.
Mental Health: Comfortable furnishings or sensory items to help create a "Safe Space to be Whole" during counseling and group sessions.
If you have items you would like to donate, please reach out through our contact form to ensure your gift aligns with our current program needs.
