The Community Sponsorship Program in Turlock is meant to serve newly arriving refugee families by providing services and assistance in becoming self-sufficient and to integrate into the fabric of their new U.S. community as soon as possible.
The Community Sponsorship Program creates an opportunity for community members to take part in the resettlement process and the lives of our clients, combining financial contributions and in-kind donations, and group volunteer efforts to contribute to providing support in navigating the resettlement process.
Location:
Group members must be located within 100 miles of the IRC Turlock Office.
Time Commitment:
Commit to 6 months of ongoing education, mentorship, and client support.
Skills/Qualifications:
- Have a team of 6 – 10 volunteers willing to offer the necessary time and dedication for the project.
- Co-sponsor group members should be 18 years or older.
- Participation and clearance of Screening and IRC Background Checks.
- Each team member’s submission of a Volunteer Application.
- Raise funds to support the family you will be working with. Provide in-kind donations for household and personal needs.
- Each Co-sponsor group member should be willing to show proof of COVID vaccination.
How To Apply:
Fill out an application online and contact Mina Anwar, Co-Sponsorship Program Coordinator, Turlock California. [email protected]
Learn More:
Get more information about your impact and sponsoring a refugee family here on our website.
