Welcome Corps Program

Welcome Corps Program: Empowering Communities to Welcome Refugees

The Welcome Corps Program is a groundbreaking initiative that empowers everyday Americans to play an active role in resettling and welcoming refugees into their communities. Launched by the U.S. government, this program allows individuals, families, and community groups to sponsor and support refugees as they start new lives in the United States. By participating in the Welcome Corps, community members provide vital assistance and friendship to refugees, helping them navigate their new surroundings and build a foundation for long-term success.

The Welcome Corps is a bold, innovative program that enables refugees to

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This summer, thanks to private funding from the Sponsor Fund, any group who signs up to participate in the Welcome Corps can receive a grant to cover the cost of sponsoring a refugee or special immigrant visa family that they do not already know.

The attached toolkit includes messages about Welcome Corps that you can use with your community to get them excited about the program and provide specific information about how to join. Interested sponsors can attend live or on-demand support sessions or work with a sponsor coach.

We also would be happy to arrange additional information sessions with your community.

Join Mozaic in Supporting Syrian Refugees Through Welcome Corps

Mozaic is inviting our community to join us in this transformative initiative. By becoming a sponsor through Welcome Corps, you can make a significant difference in the lives of Syrian refugees and help them achieve their dreams of safety, stability, and prosperity. Urgent Need for Sponsors: 10,000 Syrian Refugees Ready for Resettlement There are currently 10,000 Syrian refugees who have been thoroughly vetted and are ready to come to the United States. These individuals and families have endured unimaginable hardships and are in urgent need of sponsors to expedite their resettlement process. Your support can help them find safety and start new lives in our community.

Key Aspects of Welcome Corps:

Community Sponsorship:

Welcome Corps enables private citizens to form sponsorship groups. These groups commit to providing comprehensive support to refugee families, including housing, food, transportation, employment assistance, and social integration.

Training and Resources:

Sponsors receive training and resources to prepare them for their roles. This includes guidance on cultural competency, understanding the resettlement process, and best practices for providing effective support.

Financial Support:

Sponsorship groups are required to raise a minimum amount of funds (typically $5,000) to cover the initial resettlement costs for the refugee family. This ensures that the family has the necessary resources to start their new life.

Continuous Support:

The Welcome Corps Program offers ongoing assistance to sponsorship groups, helping them address any challenges and celebrate successes throughout the resettlement process.

Welcome Corps Support for Private Sponsor Organizations

Learn More About Welcome Corps:

Visit the Welcome Corps website to understand the program and its benefits:

Sponsor a Refugee You Know

Sponsor Short Term Fund

Applicants Support Sessions

Learn More About Welcome Corps: Visit the Welcome Corps website to understand the program and its benefits.

For More Information and to Get Involved: contact Mozaic at [email protected]

Welcome Corps Program