Welcome Corps

Every member of the Beacon Heights Welcoming Friends sponsor group brought a unique skill, which helped them provide support and resources to the refugee family they welcomed into their community. Now that Meshack and his family have found their footing and a reliable network of friends, they’re eager to pay the kindness forward by helping others, too. Learn more about how you can work with your friends and neighbors to make an impact by visiting WelcomeCorps.org today!

🎉 Join Welcome Corps and Welcome Corps on Campus sponsors in our next roadshow in Troy, NY! Co-hosted by Every Campus A Refuge and Russell Sage College! Learn how you can support refugees through these programs and connect with the local community. This free event is open to all, but registration is required. Reserve your spot now: bit.ly/4gkyb0M 🗓️ Thu, Sep 19, 2024, at 5:00 PM. #WelcomeCorps #WelcomingRefugees

Thinking about applying to become a sponsor with Welcome Corps? Come to one of our application support sessions and receive the support you need some Welcome Corps experts to complete your application! Join us Wednesday at 7:30 PM ET ➡️ welcomecorps.org/events

The answer is yes! If your group has specific preferences for the refugee or family you want to sponsor, such as a shared language or nationality, you can let us know when you apply. It can be very helpful to share a language with the newcomers you are welcoming! We are committed to making the best possible match for sponsor groups and refugees, and encourage you to be open-minded and flexible about your preferences. Learn how you can join us as a sponsor and change a life (including your own!) by visiting WelcomeCorps.org.

After the fall of Kabul, everyday Americans all over the country raised their hands to offer their support to our Afghan allies as they found safety in the United States. The success of this model paved the way for the private sponsorship initiatives we have today. And as a result, we are more prepared to respond to the rising global displacement crisis. To learn more about sponsorship, visit WelcomeCorps.org.

In June 2024, Rohan, a young Syrian man, arrived in the United States, bringing with him memories of home and an unyielding determination to build a better life in his new country. He wasn’t alone in this journey — he had a group of friends who’ve become like family, supporting him every step of the way. Rohan’s story of resilience and connection began in 2019 when he was serving as an interpreter and assistant in Lebanon and met Amine, a Lebanese-American who would become one of his closest friends and allies. Over time, Rohan found himself feeling more isolated and at risk because of his Christian faith. When Amine learned about the Welcome Corps and the possibility to sponsor someone you know, he formed a group with his wife, their friends, and two of Rohan’s American friends. In March 2024, the group applied to sponsor Rohan. Thanks to the Welcome Corps, Rohan was able to find the peace and freedom he’d been seeking, and he’s now working towards his dreams in the United States. Read their story and learn more about becoming a sponsor! ⬇️

Last week, we celebrated the arrival of more than 30 refugee students enrolled at 17 colleges and universities across the United States, representing the inaugural “class” of the Welcome Corps on Campus. This was an incredible milestone, and we invite other institutions to join this historic movement that is changing the lives of refugee students and campus communities. Ready to take the next step? Register for our upcoming application support session and apply to welcome refugee students in the Fall of 2025! Applications are due by September 15. This session will cover: - The responsibilities of a campus sponsor group - The role of campus leadership and administration - Steps to form the campus sponsor group and become a sponsoring campus - Documents required to submit an application - Post-application process Register for this virtual session at welcomecorps.org/events. We can't wait to see you there! #WelcomeCorpsOnCampus #RefugeeStudents

Everyday Americans across the country are stepping up to welcome refugees into their communities. You can change a life — including your own! Learn more about becoming a sponsor at welcomecorps.org.

This back-to-school season, campus communities across the United States are welcoming more than 30 refugee students in the inaugural “class” of Welcome Corps on Campus. Campus private sponsor groups at 17 colleges and universities are helping new students access the resources they need to thrive both in and out of school. Your university or college can join the Welcome Corps on Campus, too! Apply by September 15 to host students in Fall 2025. 🔗 Learn more about sponsoring refugee students at https://lnkd.in/dvVZiiaS

Are you open to helping refugees build new lives in your community? We have an info session you can watch on demand to answer your questions about sponsorship! In these sessions you’ll hear directly from Welcome Corps experts all about sponsorship, how we support sponsors, and how you can apply! Sign up to watch at bit.ly/3LTaIpq