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Let’s make a difference together in unity!

Raya Relief and Development Association in North America (RRDANA), is an independent, non-profit, non-political, and non-religious organization founded on August 14, 2004. RRDANA is recognized as a tax -exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States of America Internal Revenue Code.

 RRDANA was founded by a group of visionary and considerate Rayans dedicated to advancing the social needs of the Rayan Community. RRDANA warmly welcomes all who share our mission and cherish the Rayan Community.

 RRDANA is committed to fully leverage all available financial, material, technical, and logistical resources to accomplish its mission as defined in the Bylaws.

Our mission:

Our mission is to build a thriving, self-reliant, and self-sufficient Rayan Community by empowering our people through advancements in education, health, economic growth, and agricultural innovations.

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Our Vision

Our vision is to see a prosperous, self-reliant, and thriving Raya, where quality education, integrated health, sustainable economic growth, and flourishing agricultural innovations are the norm.

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Materials Learning

RRDA-NA works with teachers and leaders of the community to ensure that students have access to textbooks that are age appropriate and preferably written in their primary language.

Support Communities

RRDA-NA strives to provide assistance to those in need who might otherwise find it difficult to manage their daily life on their own especially the elderly and/or disabled in the community.

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