Bob Marshall and Michael LaPointe of Biga Pizza have gone above and beyond to support new Americans in Missoula. In 2020, Biga Pizza began partnering with the IRC in Missoula to employ newly arrived refugees. Michael, with over twenty years of restaurant experience, has been instrumental in this initiative, recognizing the challenges refugees face and providing them with the support needed to adapt to a new culture and work environment. This commitment has not only benefited the employees but has also enriched the entire Missoula community, showcasing the profound impact of compassion and inclusivity in business.

The mission of the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. Domestically, our 29 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency. The Des Moines, IA office was opened in July of 2022, serving more than 200 refugees in its first year.

The IRC in Denver completes the pilot program "Tutoring Together," an initiative for youth in middle and high schools to provide additional support to the more rigorous school material and more complex school navigation.

An executive summary of a report from the IRC Child Protection Team, reporting from Gaza.

A Spanish-language version of the E2E case study

A French-language version of the E2E case study

An Arabic-language version of the E2E case study

Right now, nearly every person in Gaza is in need of humanitarian assistance. But children are bearing the brunt of the war that’s endured for over a year.