Some good and sad news from Jen's Americans for Conscience. Take care of yourself. This is no joke.

Americans of Conscience Checklist Week of July 29, 2018 Halfway through our 2-week summer break We're currently on a break (the Checklist is back next week), but we have good news, sad news, and one action to share. Good things​​​​​​​ Love notes: We received sweet notes of thanks from both Kat Calvin (Spread the Vote) and AILA NYC for recognizing and contributing to their work. ​​​​​ Awesome update: One of the recipients of our ICE detention love notes was Nestor Avila. I learned that he just received his work permit and feels “so excited and blessed to have this opportunity.” Our friend Susan K, who knows him personally added, "Thank you for the letter writing rally that happened for Nestor. At that point he was deeply sad, and those letters were a lifeline for him. I saw his sadness and brokenness. You made a huge difference in his life path." ​​​​​​New subscribers! In one month, the checklist has increased almost 6,000 new subscribers, thanks to you and the help of our amazing Ambassadors. Generosity! In order to reach more Americans with the Checklist, last month we did double-match fundraiser. Not only did we meet our $5000 goal, we exceeded it--and one of our angels has agreed to match up to $7500. The most exciting part? We'll be able to roll out our new website even sooner! Thank you! ​​​​​​The sad news This past week, one of our key volunteers (and my good friend), Angela Ingermann, was killed in a car accident. She was such a bright light in the world--encouraging, sincere, hardworking, inspiring. Our team--and everyone who loved her--is heartbroken by this unexpected loss. Just this year, Angela was instrumental in passing legislation in Oregon that protects domestic abuse survivors from further violence. If you're able, please consider making a donation to Moms Demand Action in her honor. Gentle reminder: Keep doing self care As we take a final break week from the checklist, take a moment with these words from Angela: "When you feel guilty for feeling happy, remember that when we can squeeze joy into our lives, we fortify ourselves to sustain this work. In other words, we need the joy to strengthen us and help us advocate for those immigrant families and for our democracy. Moments of joy are our hidden strength." Be well. Find joy. -- Jen Hofmann P.S. If someone sent you this, sign up here to receive clear ways to speak up for our democracy.

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