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More Ways to Help

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Become a sponsor

Sponsorship is the ultimate act of welcome— and anyone can do it. In the past year, countless ordinary Americans have risen to the occasion, serving as a lifeline for families in search of safety and a fresh start in the United States. Sponsors assume the roles of mentors, neighbors, companions, and advocates for newly arrived families as they strive to rebuild their lives in the U.S. Learn more about sponsorship and if it is right for you.

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Donate airline miles

Those forced to flee often leave behind all but what they can carry, and the costs of international travel can be prohibitive. Welcome Connect Travel removes the cost of travel as a barrier for both sponsors in the United States and the displaced families they are supporting through humanitarian sponsorship. Give safe travel.

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Co-sponsor with a resettlement agency

Groups of individuals can co-sponsor newly arriving refugees in partnership with local resettlement agencies in certain cities. Co-sponsors provide support, such as helping children enroll in school or finding employment opportunities for adults. Find out more and sign up.

Welcome.US is a national initiative built to inspire, mobilize, and empower Americans to welcome and support those seeking refuge in the U.S. and help them thrive here.

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FAQs

Welcome.US is an initiative of the Office of American Possibilities Fund and a fiscally sponsored project of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Inc. Your contribution will be used to support this fund and the mission of Welcome.US to help newcomers seeking refuge in the U.S. to rebuild their lives.

Yes, your gift is tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by law. You will receive a receipt of your transaction both online and in an email.

To learn about our mission and the work we’ve done, please read our annual report. To stay up-to-date on the latest stories, events, and ways to help, please be sure to sign up for our emails.