News from Turlock, CA
Get the latest updates and event listings from the International Rescue Committee in Turlock, CA, and learn how you can help welcome newly arrived refugees.
Refugees cultivate healthy living through New Roots
From their homelands to years in refugee camps, many IRC clients have gained unique knowledge in producing high-yield harvests from small plots of land.
IRC NorCal plays key role in fight against human trafficking
The IRC's Northern California offices have been on the front lines of combatting exploitation for the past seven years and are growing their services to support survivors
Meet NorCal's new development director
Michael joins the NorCal team bringing 21 years of diverse experience and a dynamic enthusiasm to contribute to our work
New program helps refugees navigate public benefits
Through personalized assistance, APB caseworkers help beneficiaries keep safe and off the streets by assisting with access to hospitals, referrals for mental health services and abuse hotlines, and benefits such as food stamps.
NorCal communities welcome newest neighbors with holiday gifts
Even amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, IRC NorCal supporters continued a holiday welcoming tradition this year, bringing in nearly $15,000 worth of items for 60 IRC families.
Support local refugee families this holiday season
You can make spirits brighter for refugee families, asylum seekers and other special immigrants this holiday season by purchasing items that will help them on their journey to self-sufficiency here in the Central Valley.
Meet NorCal's New Executive Director, Sarah Terlouw
Meet Sarah Terlouw, the new Executive Director for the IRC in Northern California! Sarah has a long history with the IRC. We are excited to welcome and introduce her to our community so we sat down for a Q&A.
IRC business spotlight: Mr. Gil's Market & Grill
Immigrants and refugees make up a sizeable minority of businesses for California and the Turlock/Modesto region. In that vein, the IRC in Turlock/Modesto is spotlighting refugee-owned businesses here in the Central Valley. The following is an interview with Baktash Rafiqyaar, owner of Mr. Gil's Market & Grill in Modesto.
IRC Turlock receives $350K grant to fight human trafficking
The International Rescue Committee received word this week that it received a $350,000 grant through the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) for its Turlock office to combat human trafficking. The investment will allow the IRC to partner with the Alliance for Community Transformation to fight human trafficking in Stanislaus, Merced, Mariposa, Mono, and Tuolumne Counties.
Register to Vote Here!
1 in 10 eligible voters are new Americans! The IRC is here to support with voter education to support naturalized citizens and eligible voters. If you are not eligible to vote, do not register to vote as it will have consequences on your immigration status. If you are not yet a U.S. citizen, contact the IRC's immigration services by calling or texting (408) 472-3675.