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New GenR member Jenny Ma writes about how she got involved and her first Food Stories: From Burma to the Bay event.

The ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ has received funding from the World Bank to Support Beirut's Immediate Social Recovery Services. The ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ will implement material measures and actions so that the project is implemented in accordance with the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) and the Environmental and Social Standards (ESS).  

̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ and partners are continuing to make an impact for low income refugee families as they experience job loss, food insecurity and isolation.

Meet Nancy Joseph-Gould, who has worked to solve problems for refugees since she started volunteering in 2016 at the Denver office of the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡. From creating summer camp opportunities for refugee children to helping families register their children for school and obtain the services and supports they need to succeed and so much more, she has demonstrated that one person can truly improve the lives of people in need.

This summer, the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ in Tallahassee launched a new, volunteer-led Youth program to help middle-and high-school refugee students from the Democratic Republic of Congo learn English and better adjust to their new home. The response from community members has been incredible!

By offering a laptop, reliable internet connection, and skills training, the Digital Inclusion program at the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ in Salt Lake City ensures families are connected to the essentials.

Recently nominated for the Washington Governor's Volunteer Service Award, Victoria shares how she got her start at the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡, the work she’s focused on in her volunteer role, and some heartfelt wishes for ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ clients in the coming year.

Our volunteers and interns are talented, enthusiastic, and vital to the success of our programs. Get to know a few of our current volunteers and interns!

When Mohammad and his family fled to the United States, they thought their struggles were in the past. Due to the rapid spread of COVID-19, Mohammad fears he won’t be able to provide the basic necessities for his family. To support Mohammad and other families affected by COVID-19, the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ in Silver Spring created Wish Lists on Amazon where individuals can donate items that families requested.

The ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ in NY's Small Business Workshop series concluded in November, following several special guest speakers.