Refuge for Afghans
Following the U.S. withdrawal, thousands of Afghans are in urgent need of protection.
RefugeeOne is walking alongside them.
RefugeeOne is walking alongside them.
Since August 2021, more than 1,500 Afghans have made their home here in Chicago, among hundreds of other refugees coming from different parts of the world. RefugeeOne is proud to be a part of Chicago’s community of welcome and to support these families as they rebuild their lives here.
Like all refugees who come through our doors, we first stock their first apartment with everything they need before we greet them at the airport. Once they get settled in, our staff—who speak 35 languages and come from many cultural backgrounds—will work together to help each member of the family thrive. We offer English classes, youth programming, employment assistance, mental health care, and more. |
ADVOCATE
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You can make a difference for Afghans fleeing violence and persecution by urging Congress and the Biden Administration to expand protections for those most at risk.
Click here to contact your elected leaders or dial (202) 224-3121 to connect directly with their office. Tell them it’s critical to pass the Afghan Adjustment Act so that all Afghans have access to lasting safety here int the U.S. |
DONATE
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Although the federal government provides limited funding for resettlement, there is always a significant gap between that amount and what it truly takes to help a family become self-sufficient. Our top priority now is raising funds to pay for rent, food, and other items these families will need. Donate here.
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VOLUNTEER OR
CO- SPONSOR |
Due to an extraordinary outpouring of support, we are waitlisting new volunteer and co-sponsor applications. Click here to submit an application to be waitlisted for an individual volunteer role (tutor, mentor, etc.)
Co-sponsorship: For groups interested in co-sponsoring a newly-arriving refugee family (from Afghanistan or elsewhere!), fill out this brief interest form to be added to our waitlist. |
HIRE A REFUGEE
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Do you or someone you know own a business in Chicagoland that is accessible via public transportation? Know of an employer who's hiring? Get in touch with our employment team by emailing pruble@refugeeone.org. While we’re especially in need of jobs for folks with limited English skills, we’re also seeking opportunities for those with more advanced English skills and professional backgrounds.
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IN-KIND DONATIONS
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Given our small, temporary space and lack of storage, we unfortunately can’t accept in-kind donations at this time. We will also announce any special drives on this page of our website and via email. Sign up for our emails here.
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