Partnership With Community

When refugees first arrive in Chicago, often with nothing more than a single suitcase, they are overwhelmed by a new language, new culture, and new environment. Together, with the support of co-sponsors, volunteers and donors, we can help them understand and adjust to all that is around them and provide critical financial and social-emotional services.

HIAS Services & Supports

Count on us to provide training, where appropriate, as well as consultation on best practices. Our services and supports include: securing housing, applying for public benefits, school enrollment, employment services, cultural orientation, referral to English language classes and setting up health screenings.

Learn more about how you can help via the links below:

Co-Sponsorship

Individual Volunteering

Donation Drive Ideas

Welcome Campaign

JCFS Serenity Shabbat Resources

Red Cards/Tarjetas Rojas

We asked HIAS colleagues (Jessica Schaffer, Former HIAS Director; Elana Boiskin, Former Community Engagement Specialist; Wahedullah Niazi, Case Worker) to tell us more about the meaningful ways in which the community has aided refugees and just how important it is for their well-being. Now is the time to act in support of refugees by co-sponsoring, volunteering or donating today. 

For more information
Contact Fatima Rasoul, Community Engagement Specialist, at 847.745.5431.

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For assistance or more information, call us at 855.275.5237 or email us at Ask@JCFS.org.