Actor and IRC Ambassador Mandy Patinkin traveled to Jordan to share the stories of courageous and extraordinary Syrians who are overcoming trauma and hardship to carve out new lives.

With new families arriving at a break-neck pace, the IRC in Charlottesville has temporarily housed several Afghan families in hotels in Waynesboro. IRC Volunteers in Waynesboro organized to welcome these families, offering English instruction, outings exploring the community, and friendship.

Meet Nawras, a Syrian 10 year old in Jordan whose name means “seagull” and whose best friend is a rooster.

Signpost, led by the IRC, delivers vital info to crisis-hit communities via digital hubs. Active in 30 countries, 25 languages, it uses service mapping and AI to support displaced people.

Over 1 million Rohingya face crisis after fleeing Myanmar. The IRC delivers lifesaving aid—learn how you can help survivors rebuild their lives.

Every day, people across Ukraine struggle to survive under relentless shelling, coping with the devastating physical and emotional toll of war.

Arizona is facing a major shift in food assistance following the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) in July 2025. This legislation significantly restricts SNAP eligibility for non-citizens, including refugees, asylees, and other vulnerable groups who previously relied on immediate access to benefits. With poverty rates high and thousands of families affected, local food banks and community organizations are reporting increased demand and empty shelves. These changes not only impact food security but also ripple through health, education, and workforce development, making community support and advocacy more critical than ever.

10 million people in South Sudan need urgent aid as the risk of famine grows. Discover how the IRC is delivering lifesaving food and healthcare in 2026.