Mark your calendars! December 3, 2024, is Giving Tuesday. At the IRC in Virginia, we eagerly look forward to participating in this global movement of generosity. The annual campaign presents an opportunity for individuals worldwide to use the power of giving to make a difference in their local community. 

For this first time, the IRC in Richmond is participating in the VITA program, providing support with tax preparation for underserved populations. This Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program exemplifies the power of community partnership and the impact of volunteers on our work!

The IRC in Silver Spring partners with Solutions in Hometown Connections to offer classes that boost preschool readiness and English skills, empowering caregivers to support their children’s education.

“My name is Omid. I am an Iranian. I am a refugee. I am a nutritionist. And, I am a gay man. But above all, I am a human being.” In honor of Pride Month, Omid shares a first-person account of his journey, as well as his hopes for LGBTQ refugees around the world and here in the U.S.

The IRC in Tucson is committed to bringing our refugee clients from harm to home. As a part of that commitment, we provide necessities such as clothing and household items which are needed to start rebuilding their lives here.

The IRC in Sacramento’s New Roots program has had a busy 12 months since last spring.

The child of refugees, Sundos Sharaf will soon be welcoming refugees to the United States as the International Rescue Committee in Los Angeles’ newest Caseworker.