01/30/2026
Help a Uyghur Family While a Father Is Detained by ICE
We are raising funds to support a Uyghur family in the United States whose lives have been turned upside down due to prolonged immigration detention.
The father, Isma’il, is a Uyghur man and a legal immigrant who has lived in the U.S. for over 10 years, where he resides with his wife and five children, four of whom were born in the United States. He had been working honestly as a truck driver to support his family. However, because his U.S. green card application is still in progress, and out of fear of jeopardizing his case, he stopped driving.
Despite having no criminal record, he was detained by ICE and has now been held for more than two months
Current Situation
A recent court hearing confirmed that he has no criminal history and is eligible for release
However, due to backlogs and delays affecting many similar cases, his release may still take several more months
During this time, the family has lost its primary source of income
Impact on the Family
His wife, the mother of five, is now caring for the children alone while struggling to cover essential expenses. Although her family is doing their best to provide support, it is not enough to meet ongoing needs, including:
Rent and housing costs
Food and daily living expenses
Utilities and transportation
Car loan payments and related expenses needed for daily life
Urgent legal and attorney fees
How Your Support Helps
Funds raised will go directly toward:
Rent and housing stability
Basic necessities for the children
Car-related expenses
Legal and attorney fees to continue pursuing his release
Emergency family expenses during this uncertain period
Why This Matters
Uyghur families already face immense trauma and uncertainty due to persecution abroad. This family followed the law, trusted the legal process, and has done nothing wrong—yet they are facing severe financial hardship simply because the father remains detained while his lawful case is pending.
Every donation—no matter the size—helps keep this family stable and gives them hope during one of the most difficult periods of their lives.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever relieves a believer’s distress, Allah will relieve his distress on the Day of Judgment.” (Muslim)
We ask Allah to grant this family ease after hardship, reunite them soon, and reward every person who gives or shares with immense barakah. Please keep this family in your duʿā’ and support them however you are able.
Please donate and share if you are able.
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