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.
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
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.
Help us reach $80,000 by June 15th
Thank you to all who have contributed so far! There is still a chance to help us reach our goal for the Spring Appeal to provide basic support to families in crisis through 2026.
Can you donate a toddler carrier?
Global Roots Play School is looking for Ergobaby or similar style carriers. If you can help, contact Bronwyn Losey: director@globalrootsplayschool.org
Key Sponsors
We are grateful to the following organizations currently supporting our programs through grants and sponsorships.
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