Welcome the Stranger, Protect the Refugee

More than 100 million people have fled their homes because of persectuion or conflict.

HHFR has accepted the challenge from HIAS to help support refugees.

The US government requires sponsoring groups to raise at least $2,375 per refugee being sponsored.

When refugees first arrive in their new communities, HIAS resettlement partners provide them with essential services that they need to start building new lives for themselves, from food and affordable housing to English classes and employment services. Following initial resettlement, HIAS and our partners support both refugees and host communities around the U.S. to ensure successful social and economic integration. Although this can be a long process, refugees are resilient, resourceful, and an asset to their communities, building new businesses and enhancing their new homes with their skills and cultural contributions.

• Provide for refugees’ initial needs upon arrival, including airport pickup, housing, food, and other necessities.

• Promote refugee emotional health through peer support groups, clinical care, and education.

• Help refugees find employment, explore new career pathways, and start small businesses.

• Provide long-term, goal-oriented case management for refugees with medical conditions and other specialized needs.

• Help refugees adjust to life in the U.S. through cultural education and English courses.

• Connect community members with refugees as co-sponsor groups, volunteers, mentors, and friends.

Help provide vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world.