Organization Name: Adopt-a-Refugee Program
Organization Overview: How would you like to wake up one day, and discover a letter on your doorstep threatening to kill you if you don’t leave the place your people have called home for thousands of years? How would you feel about having your business, home, or church bombed? What if your sister was kidnapped, raped, forced into marriage or murdered, all for being Christian? What if you were a part of this modern-day genocide?
The turmoil in Iraq & surrounding areas has taken a toll on more than 50,000 families, which are comprised of mostly Christians, including Assyrians, Chaldeans, Syriacs, Armenians, and other ancient and historic cultures dating back thousands of years. These refugees are being singled out, persecuted, kidnapped, raped, and even murdered because of their religious beliefs. They have no where to call home, and are forbidden to work, forcing young women into prostitution starting as young as 9 years old.
"There are many ways to help, and 100% of your donations go directly to a family in dire need of help, and hope. There are many ways to help our cause."
The Adopt-a-Refugee Family program has been successfully working with the Jesuits to aid these refugees for years. There are many ways to help, and 100% of your donations go directly to a family in dire need of help, and hope. There are many ways to help our cause.
WHO WE HELP
Reduced to the status of “refugee”, these displaced persons are prohibited from working, going to school, worshipping… and are prevented from living their normal lives. Not only have they lost their homes, their jobs, and their livelihoods, but their food, water and other basic necessities have become exceedingly scarce. Entire families, children, infants, grandmothers… are homeless, hungry and desperate.
Language: English
Cultures: All,American,Multicultural,Refugees or Asylees
City/Township: Other
State: Mi
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 406-2052
Website: http://adoptarefugeefamily.org/
Organization Name: Bethany Christian Services, Refugee Foster Care Flint
Organization Overview: Refugee Foster Care—A Response to a Growing Need
Bethany Christian Services has responded to this need by making it possible for foster parents to help through the Refugee and Immigrant Foster Care program. You can show love and compassion to children who have lost everything and yearn for a new beginning.
Bethany is seeking caring and committed foster parents who are willing to open their homes to children in need. Refugee foster families come from a variety of backgrounds and include families with small children, families whose kids are grown, and both one- and two-parent families.
Join us as we work with refugee foster families to give children from all over the world a chance at a new life.
Long-term goals for refugee children
Refugee youth work to heal from past trauma while they pursue goals of learning English, getting an education, and preparing for a future of independence.
Types of refugee and immigrant foster care
There are various programs based on your interest and level of commitment. Bethany is also looking for families to welcome multiple youth into their home.
Language: English
Cultures: Multicultural
Street: 4180 Pier North Blvd Suite A
City/Township: Flint
State: MI
Zip Code: 48504
Country: USA
Phone: (810) 820-8144
Organization Name: Bethany Christian Services, Refugee Foster Care Madison Heights
Organization Overview: Caring for Refugee Youth Who have Lost Everything
All across the world, families are being forced to flee their homes due to war, natural disasters, or persecution. Often refugee families are split apart between the time they leave their home and when they arrive at a refugee camp. When this happens, family reunification is difficult and children are considered orphans. The only option for these children is to be resettled in other countries as unaccompanied minors.
*Refugee foster care is offered in West Michigan and eastern Pennsylvania.
Refugee Foster Care—A Response to a Growing Need
Bethany Christian Services has responded to this need by making it possible for foster parents to help through the Refugee and Immigrant Foster Care program. You can show love and compassion to children who have lost everything and yearn for a new beginning.
Bethany is seeking caring and committed foster parents who are willing to open their homes to children in need. Refugee foster families come from a variety of backgrounds and include families with small children, families whose kids are grown, and both one- and two-parent families.
Join us as we work with refugee foster families to give children from all over the world a chance at a new life.
Long-term goals for refugee children
Refugee youth work to heal from past trauma while they pursue goals of learning English, getting an education, and preparing for a future of independence.
Types of refugee and immigrant foster care
There are various programs based on your interest and level of commitment. Bethany is also looking for families to welcome multiple youth into their home.
We support refugee and immigrant foster parents
You will be assigned a Bethany caseworker to provide ongoing support and services. Bethany will also provide specialized training on parenting youth from other cultures and you can be matched with experienced foster parents who will act as mentors. In addition, you will receive a daily stipend to cover the costs of an additional family member, as well as medical insurance for the youth.
A refugee foster parent's role
Provide a safe and supportive home environment
Offer emotional support while managing the youth’s behavior
Provide transportation for education, medical appointments, and extracurricular activities
Be willing to learn about the youth’s culture and incorporate it in your home
Provide opportunities for youth to establish a meaningful, lifelong relationships
Assist the youth in planning for their future
Language: English
Cultures: Multicultural
Street: 30685 Barrington St. Suite 140
City/Township: Madison Heights
State: MI
Zip Code: 48071
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 414-4080
Organization Name: Bhutanese Association of Michigan (BAM)
Organization Overview: Welcome to the Bhutanese Association of Michigan. We are a community organization committed to supporting the needs of our young and growing community in the state of Michigan.
The Bhutanese Association of Michigan was created to form an independent, viable and innovative organization to address the immediate needs of the Bhutanese communities in the state. We are committed to addressing and serving the needs of the community members. These include adult literacy and citizenship classes, cultural events and legal and mental health support for the community. Much of our work has been on a one-on-one basis, such as translation and assistance in filling out paperwork. Currently we are looking for a space that will allow us to better address the needs of the community, such as ESL and citizenship classes, and a gathering space for group events.
Language: Bhutanese
Cultures: Bhutanese
City/Township: Grand Rapids
State: MI
Country: USA
Phone: (616) 965-5060
Email: dhakal.leela56@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.bhutanesemi.org/
Organization Name: Catholic Charities of South Bend - Refugee Resettelement
Organization Overview: This program provides assistance to people coming to the United States under refugee status as granted by the U.S. Department of State, as well as assistance to individuals who seek asylum once they are already in this country (known as asylees). Catholic Charities works in cooperation with the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to provide these services, which help new residents adjust to life in the community. Services include pre-arrival processing, arrival services, assistance with housing, referrals for medical care, acculturation, referrals for ESL (English-as-a-second-language) classes, school enrollment for the children, and other educational services as needed.
Language: Burmese,English,Spanish
Cultures: Burmese,Refugees or Asylees
Street: 1817 Miami Street
City/Township: South Bend
State: IN
Zip Code: 46613
Country: USA
Phone: (574) 234-3111
Fax No: (574) 289-1034
Email: ccoleman@ccfwsb.org
Organization Name: Chaldean American Ladies of Charity
Organization Overview: OUR MISSION
We are Chaldean American women energized by working together and with others to provide help and hope to those in need. We strive to preserve our heritage and enrich the community through awareness and advocacy, education and advice, and emotional and economic support.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to strengthen and preserve the Chaldean family by ensuring that all generations have access to necessary resources and services.
CALC has many volunteers that spend a substantial amount of time helping others and trying to raise funds and awareness of our mission. If you’d like to volunteer your time with the CALC,click here to fill out a volunteer information form. We appreciate your help!
Language: Arabic,Assyrian,Chaldean,English
Cultures: All,American,Arabic,Chaldean,Iraqi,Multicultural
Street: 2033 Austin Dr.
City/Township: Troy
State: MI
Zip Code: 48083
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 528-0130
Fax No: (248) 528-0194
Email: info@calconline.org
Website: http://www.calconline.org/
Organization Name: Chaldean Community Foundation-Southfield
Organization Overview: The Chaldean Community Foundation, the not-for-profit arm of the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce, is dedicated to advancing the needs of the Chaldean American community and the communities in which they live and work through education, charitable giving and advocacy.
Language: Arabic,Assyrian,Chaldean
Cultures: Arabic,Assyrian,Chaldean,Iraqi
Street: 29850 Northwestern Highway
City/Township: Southfield
State: MI
Zip Code: 48034
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 996-8340
Fax No: (248) 996-8342
Website: http://chaldeanfoundation.org/
Organization Name: Chaldean Community Foundation (CCF) - Sterling Heights
Organization Overview: The Chaldean Community Foundation, the not-for-profit arm of the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce, is dedicated to advancing the needs of the Chaldean American community and the communities in which they live and work through education, charitable giving and advocacy.
Language: Assyrian,Chaldean,English
Cultures: Assyrian,Chaldean,Iraqi
Street: 3601 15 Mile Rd
City/Township: Sterling Heights
State: MI
Zip Code: 48310
Country: USA
Phone: (586) 722-7253
Fax No: 586) 722-7257
Website: http://chaldeanfoundation.org/
Organization Name: Chaldean Federation of America
Organization Overview: We, do hereby the establishment of a community based charitable, educational, and humanitarian relief organization. The Chaldean Federation of America (CFA) is a Grass Roots Community Non-profit Umbrella Organization.
Language: Arabic,Assyrian,Chaldean,English
Cultures: Assyrian,Chaldean,Iraqi
Street: 29850 Northwestern Highway
City/Township: Southfield
State: MI
Zip Code: 48034
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 996-8384
Fax No: (248) 996-8342
Email: info@chaldeanfederation.org
Website: http://www.chaldeanfederation.org/
Organization Name: Freedom House
Organization Overview: Freedom House is a temporary home for survivors of persecution from around the world seeking legal asylum in the United States and Canada. We are the only agency in the United States that provides all services needed by those fleeing persecution in their home country
Each year, hundreds of men, women and children arrive at Freedom House seeking shelter and help in rebuilding their lives in safety and freedom. They typically arrive exhausted, hungry and traumatized, with little more than the clothes they are wearing. Freedom House has the capacity to house 35 people at a time as they seek asylum. However, we take great pride in not turning away anyone who is eligible for asylum, which means we nearly always operate above capacity.
Language: English,French,Spanish
Cultures: All
Street: 2630 W. Lafayette
City/Township: Detroit
State: MI
Zip Code: 48216
Country: USA
Phone: (313) 964-4320
Fax No: (313) 963-1077
Email: ddrennan@freedomhouse.org
Website: http://freedomhousedetroit.org
Organization Name: Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County
Organization Overview: Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County is a private non-profit social services agency serving the greater Ann Arbor community since 1993. Originally established by the Jewish Federation of Washtenaw County to assist the growing number of refugee families in Ann Arbor from the former Soviet Republics, JFS has since grown into an organization providing programs and services ranging from older adult caregiving to immigrant resettlement and career services. As an agency in Washtenaw County that serves a diverse, international population, the mission of Jewish Family Services is to create solutions, promote dignity and inspire humanity.
JFS offers a variety of international services including citizenship classes, education including ESL classes, and resettlement services.
Language: English,Russian
Cultures: Jewish,Russian
Street: 2245 South State St.
City/Township: Ann Arbor
State: MI
Zip Code: 48104
Country: USA
Phone: (734) 769-0209
Fax No: (734) 769-0224
Email: info@jfsannarbor.org
Website: http://jfsannarbor.org/
Organization Name: Michigan Department of Human Services-Refugee Assistance Program
Organization Overview: The Refugee Assistance Program (RAP) is a federal program which helps persons admitted into the U.S. as refugees to become self sufficient after their arrival. Temporary RAP cash assistance and medical aid is available to eligible refugees who do not qualify for the Family Independence Program cash assistance (TANF) or Medicaid for up to eight months after their entry into the U.S. Employment services, health screenings and foster care services for unaccompanied minors are other DHS services available to refugees
Language: English
Cultures: Other
Street: 535 Grand Ave. #501
City/Township: Lansing
State: MI
Zip Code: 48909
Country: USA
Phone: (517) 241-7819
Email: horna@michigan.gov
Organization Name: Conseil multiculturel de Windsor et du comté d'Essex
Organization Overview: Windsor, Ontario, Canada’s southernmost city has a rich ethnic and cultural identity. From its beginnings as First Nations, and later French agricultural settlements, Windsor has been an inviting and attractive destination – welcoming all those who arrive.
Following the War of 1812 and throughout the 19th century, many ethnic communities settled in Windsor. Immigrant groups built their own churches and organized ethno-cultural clubs in order to meet their religious, social and cultural needs.
As immigration increased, so did the needs of newcomers, particularly in the areas of reception, integration, and adult education. Organizations were established in order to provide welcoming services and settlement assistance.
Also identified as vitally important, was the need to preserve and celebrate the heritage and practices of the many cultures now established in the city. A number of groups were formed to ensure that traditions and customs were not only shared, but also celebrated.
In October of 1971, Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau adopted Multiculturalism as the official policy of the government of Canada. With an initial grant from the Ministry of Community and Social Services, a meeting of over 100 ethno-cultural clubs and service agencies in Windsor and Essex County was held. At the meeting it was decided to establish a formal organization.
On April 8, 1973, the Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County was officially established.
The Multicultural Council hosted regular meetings to address the concerns of ethno-cultural communities, provided guidance and counseling during settlement to Canada, and volunteers to assist with translation and interpretation.
In June 1974 a $3,500 grant from the Ministry of Culture and Recreation supported the Multicultural Council’s inaugural Multicultural Festival at the riverfront. The following year, with co-operation from the Freedom Festival, a bazaar was held at the Cleary Auditorium featuring fourteen ethnic food booths together with a large exhibit of cultural artefacts.
In 1976, the Ontario Government announced a new cultural grants program. Formal planning expanded the annual festival to include multiple ethno-cultural villages. Two weekends in June were designated to celebrate Windsor’s diversity. On June 18, 1976 began a long-standing and popular tradition known as the Carrousel of Nations festival.
Over time, the Multicultural Council modified its services enhancing core programs such as cultural perseveration. Current programs, such as Settlement and Integration, Language and Skills, Translation and Interpretation, Health and Wellness, Education, Diversity, and Special Events, offers services to Windsor’s newcomers and the community at large. The goal remains to embrace our mission to create a welcoming community for all through education, community engagement, and the promotion of diversity and equality for all residents of Windsor and Essex County.
Language: English,French
Cultures: All,Canadian
Street: 245 Janette Ave
City/Township: Windsor
State: Ontario
Zip Code: N9A 4Z2
Country: Canada
Phone: (519) 255-1127
Fax No: (519) 255-1435
Website: http://themcc.com/
Organization Name: Conseil multiculturel de Windsor et du comté d'Essex (Bureau de l'Est)
Organization Overview: Windsor, Ontario, Canada’s southernmost city has a rich ethnic and cultural identity. From its beginnings as First Nations, and later French agricultural settlements, Windsor has been an inviting and attractive destination – welcoming all those who arrive.
Language: English,French
Cultures: All,Canadian
Street: East End Office 7651 Tecumseh Rd E
City/Township: Windsor, Ontario
State: Ontario
Zip Code: N8T 3H1
Country: Canada
Phone: (519) 948-3443
Fax No: (519) 948-3631
Website: http://themcc.com/
Organization Name: جنة نور الغربية ميشيغان Noor's Heaven of West Michigan
Organization Overview: Our Vision is to integrate the Arab and Muslim community by providing them with training and support
رؤيتنا هي دمج المجتمع العربي والإسلامي من خلال تزويدهم بالتدريب والدعم
Language: Arabic,English
Cultures: All,Arabic,Syrian
Street: 2723 Sarnia St
City/Township: Wyoming
State: MI
Zip Code: 49519
Country: USA
Phone: (616) 589-1625
Email: wafa@noorheaven.org
Website: http://noorheaven.org
