RefugeeOne
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Mission Statement
As the largest full-service refugee agency in Illinois, RefugeeOne has welcomed more than 16,000 refugees fleeing war, terror, and persecution since 1982. RefugeeOne walks alongside refugees from the moment they land at O’Hare Airport – providing welcome, English classes, furnished homes, job search support, mental health care, after-school programming, and mentors to help refugees integrate into American society. Our ultimate goal is to help refugee families become self-reliant in as few as 6-9 months. What’s remarkable is how quickly they succeed!
About This Cause
Who We Serve As a result of the global refugee crisis and violent conflict in Syria, RefugeeOne has recently resettled its highest number of refugees in more than 15 years. The vast majority of clients are refugee families with children who have been traumatized by loss and war. The majority of refugees currently being resettled by RefugeeOne are: • Syrians fleeing an ongoing and violent civil war • Iraqis who assisted the U.S. military and those who fled persecution • Burmese who fled the violence of the junta of Myanmar • Congolese who fled pervasive conflict in their country How We Are Funded RefugeeOne receives $1,125 per capita from the federal government to pay for the refugees’ living expenses once they reach the U.S. However, it takes a minimum of $8,000 to provide a family of four with rent, food, and furnishings during their first three months as family members acquire basic language and job skills through our programs. With additional funds from donors, RefugeeOne can ensure that each refugee has a strong foundation for a flourishing life in the U.S. How You Can Help 1. Give. Refugees arrive in the U.S. with only the possessions they can carry. Your tax-deductible donation helps ensure they have what they need to succeed. 2. Volunteer. One of the best ways refugees learn to navigate their new home is by meeting Americans. You can tutor a youth, mentor an adult, practice English, or volunteer in our office. 3. Hire a Refugee. Give a refugee a chance to prove themselves in their first American job. We partner with local employers to refer and support qualified candidates. 4. Co-sponsor a Refugee Family. This fun, intensive small group project includes furnishing and setting up an apartment, greeting the family with RefugeeOne at O’Hare, and raising funds to assist with their basic living expenses.