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Massachusetts Nonprofit Struggles to Hire Due to H-1B Fees

4/10/2026

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Story summary

The Wayside Youth & Family Support Network in Massachusetts cannot hire five special education teachers due to a $100,000 H-1B visa filing fee imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, forcing it to turn away students.
The H-1B program changes affect employers, especially smaller firms and nonprofits.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Goldman Sachs reported declines in H-1B applications.
Citi increased filings.
Overall, the impact on visa applications remains uncertain.

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Story summary

The Wayside Youth & Family Support Network in Massachusetts cannot hire five special education teachers due to a $100,000 H-1B visa filing fee imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, forcing it to turn away students.
The H-1B program changes affect employers, especially smaller firms and nonprofits.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Goldman Sachs reported declines in H-1B applications.
Citi increased filings.
Overall, the impact on visa applications remains uncertain.