Thank you for your interest in supporting the work of the IRC in Oakland and the Bay Area! Your generous donations of household items help provide a warm welcome to refugees upon their arrival as well as their continue integration in our local communities.

More than 13 years of conflict have left over 16 million Syrians in need of humanitarian support. Find out what’s happening in Syria and how you can help.

The IRC delivers lifesaving aid in crisis zones worldwide. As U.S. aid is cut, your support helps us protect children and families in greatest need.

Our Education programs seek not only to improve learning, but also to achieve overall well-being. We believe that education during crisis and conflict is a necessity, not a luxury.

Volunteers are the heart and soul of the IRC. Read about just a few of the volunteers who give their time.