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PHILADELPHIA, PA — A GoFundMe was launched to support the search for Imani Ayala, a 17-year-old girl missing since December 11, 2024. The fundraiser aims to offer a $500 reward for information leading to the location of Imani, as well as assistance financial support for her family’s outreach efforts and daily necessities during the search.

Imani was last seen leaving her home in the Mantua/Mill Creek area around 9 p.m. on December 11. Surveillance footage captured her at the 52nd and Market Street MFL station at 9:13 p.m., eastbound. She was wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt, black pants and sneakers at the time.

The campaign highlights the leadership and community contributions of Amanda Ayala, Imani’s mother, who serves as executive director of the Black Farmers Co-op and is a strong advocate for sustainability and equity in food systems from Philadelphia. Organizers described Amanda as a dedicated community leader and parent committed to improving the lives of others, now calling on the community to return that support.

The initial fundraising goal is $3,000 to cover reward funds, awareness materials such as flyers, and support for the family’s living expenses while they focus on the search for Imani . Any unused funds or excess donations will be donated to YEAH Philly, a nonprofit organization working with Philadelphia youth.

Community members with information about Imani’s disappearance are encouraged to come forward, while those wishing to support the search can contribute to the GoFundMe campaign.

This effort reflects the outpouring of support for the Ayala family as they work tirelessly to bring Imani home safely.