Speaking the same language is not a prerequisite for friendship for Joanne, a dedicated family mentor volunteer, who continues to build supportive relationships with newly arrived refugee families.

This year’s Holiday Drive was met with excitement and joy. Every year, the IRC in NY hosts a Drive to support refugee and immigrant families preparing for the winter season. Having to resettle or navigate a significant wave of economic insecurity, many families are in need of warmer coats and winter accessories.

Former client and current staff member, Sian Khai, purchases his family's first home.

Help bridge the digital divide by donating a laptop or computer to a newly arrived refugee family! 

Thank you to Fleishman Hillard for your support of our refugee families!

Three essential workers continue to support their families and build careers during the pandemic.

“The vetting is so extreme, there is no room to lie—you will get caught,” say Azzam and Nisreen Tlas, Syrians resettled in San Diego who have experienced the three-year process.

Help make refugees welcome this holiday season! Your contribution will help families in more ways than one.

Since May 2017, KindWorks has worked with the IRC in Silver Spring to set-up and furnish apartments for three newly arriving refugee families. Their efforts to engage local volunteers provides invaluable support to new refugee families and makes refugees feel welcome in our community.