Faith that feeds, heals, and empowers: 5 religious charities at work
Global Impact’s Charity Alliance is carefully vetted and thoughtfully curated to offer workplace donors like you a wide range of options to give to, so no matter the cause area you’re passionate about or set of beliefs you resonate with, you’re sure to find a charity that’s a good fit. Today, I’m excited to highlight […]
HIAS: Helping LGBTQ People Thrive in Ecuador
When Claudia Gomez and Isabela Ruiz* met eight years ago in Aragua, Venezuela, and it was love at first sight. Shortly after their first encounter, Ruiz became ill and Gomez won her over by sending her homemade, herbal remedies that would help nurse her back to health. However, as a gay couple, it wasn’t easy […]
Standing with refugees: five charities making a difference
In a world where crises and conflicts continue to displace millions, the plight of refugees remains one of the most pressing humanitarian issues of our time. World Refugee Day, observed on June 20, is a global call to action; a day dedicated to raising awareness and honoring the strength, courage, and resilience of millions of […]
Community garden offers refugees belonging and a taste of home
If you had to leave your home permanently at a moment’s notice, what would you bring with you? Likely your identification documents and a few prized possessions. What about all of the comforts of home, such as your favorite foods? Millions of refugees face these gut-wrenching decisions on a daily basis. In this heartwarming story, […]
5 inspiring stories of refugees reaching success
I must admit — I’m a pop culture junkie. The evening of every awards show you can find me parked on my couch, munching on popcorn and rooting for my favorite actors and artists to take home the prize. This past March I was watching the Oscars and, along with the rest of the country, […]
HIAS: Economic Inclusion Programs Help LGBTQ Activist Build a Business – and a New Life
For Magdiel Galeano Gómez and his husband Jeffrey*, both refugees from Nicaragua living in Costa Rica, the idea for their business, Jeff Creative, first began to solidify as they collected beautiful shells and rocks during a walk on the beach. From there, the plan to use upcycled materials to create artisanal home decorations took shape. […]
HIAS: How an Innovative Algorithm Helps Ukrainian Refugees Find New Homes
Odessa residents Max and Yuna* fled Ukraine on the day the Russian invasion began, February 24, 2022. It took them 7 days to reach the Polish border.
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Get a better understanding of refugees around the world… in only 15 minutes
The crisis in Ukraine has understandably been top of mind for all of us these last few months. There has been record-breaking fundraising to support the people of Ukraine (including over $1.5 million raised here at Global Impact) and it’s deeply moving to witness this swell in support. Certainly, other refugee crises have captured the […]
HIAS: One Green Card, One Diploma, One Happy Graduate
Mikes Joseph made the mistake of getting older. Turning 18 was hardly his fault, but when Joseph celebrated his birthday in New York in 2016 he lost his eligibility for a special immigrant juvenile visa from Haiti. His legal status was in limbo and HIAS stepped in to help. Joseph, who came to the United […]
