News from Richmond, VA
Get the latest updates and event listings from the International Rescue Committee in Richmond, VA, and learn how you can help welcome newly arrived refugees.
Benefits Renewal Assistance Volunteer
Do you have 3-5 hours a week to dedicate to keeping families connected or reconnecting them to the social service benefits for which they are eligible?
Expanding Our Impact Through Community Family Sponsorship
The IRC will expand the scope of the HOME program outside of the immediate Charlottesville and Richmond area to other communities in Central Virginia. We are seeking the support of faith and civic groups to co-sponsor a family; working alongside the IRC, setting up their apartment, collecting donations for the family, helping them to learn English and navigate their new community.
How to Help Afghan Evacuees in Virginia
Ways to support Afghan Special Immigrants (ASIs) arriving in Virginia.
Family Mentor
Be a cultural ambassador. Teach skills that encourage self-sufficiency.
Update! Watch the October 7th webinar recording on IRC's Afghan Emergency Response in the US
Update! Watch the October 7th webinar recording on IRC's Afghan Emergency Response in the US
Limited Time Group Volunteer Opportunity
In search of groups of volunteers to help sort and organize donations. Opportunity is available to high-schoolers and any workplace, faith community, groups of friends! Shifts include evenings and weekends.
Reception Volunteer
Can you commit to three or more hours a week on a consistent basis during regular business hours? Come be an integral part of our operations.
Health Mentor
Teach skills that encourage self-sufficiency in the area of healthcare and personal wellness.
Camp Out for Refugees
Camp Out for Refugees
Become an AmeriCorps Member with the IRC in Virginia
The IRC in Charlottesville and Richmond are Recruiting for AmeriCorps Members