Ithaca Welcomes Refugees

Ithaca Welcomes Refugees walks alongside refugees and immigrants resettling in Tompkins County, New York. Whether finding a place to live, enrolling in English classes, or rebuilding community, we help newcomers navigate unfamiliar systems and environments, providing needed support.

Current Needs

Donate items for refugees who have arrived in our community
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Featured Story

A Poetry of Care: How Khadija is Healing and Creating

For Khadija, poetry is a means of transforming pain into beauty. Resettling in Ithaca after fleeing the Taliban, she tells us her story.

Latest Story

Coming Together for a Community Mural
Caution – wet paint! Community members recently gathered to help us paint a new mural celebrating refugees and immigrants in Tompkins County. Join us for the ribbon cutting on June 3, 2026!

Current News

Jillian's Drawers and Mama Goose

Clothing and other items to donate can be delivered to the store at: 609 Clinton St, Ithaca. Follow the link to check the store drop-off schedule.

First Friday Concert in Aid of Immigrants in Detention

On Friday June 5th at 5.30-7pm, enjoy an uplifting performance by acclaimed singer-songwriter Colleen Kattau while supporting immigrants in detention and at risk of deportation. Thank you to the Immigrant Solidarity group for organizing this wonderful series!

Cornell Panel Event: The Changing Landscape of Immigration Law

Cornell Law School is hosting a free panel and webinar on Friday June 5, 10:30-11:30 AM (ET) on The Changing Landscape of Immigration Law: The New Immigration Regime: Restrictions, Outcomes & What’s Next. Details and registration via the link. (Image by Freepik)

Key Sponsors

We are grateful to the following organizations currently supporting our programs through grants and sponsorships. 

City Federation of Women's Organizations
Community Foundation of Tompkins County
Legacy Foundation of Tompkins County
Social Service League of Ithaca

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