Our Innovative Approach
The Chicago Refugee Coalition is dedicated to developing innovative and responsive solutions that prioritize the dignity of refugees. We recognize that refugees have unique needs that require a tailored approach to support their successful integration into our community. As such, we have developed a comprehensive and multi-faceted approach that takes into account the individual circumstances of each refugee family we serve.
Our organization values collaboration and works in partnership with community organizations, local businesses, and government stakeholders to maximize our impact. We believe that by working together, we can create an environment that is both efficient and effective, while also upholding the dignity of those we serve.
At the Chicago Refugee Coalition, we are committed to providing responsive and tailored support to refugees, with a focus on promoting their long-term success and self-sufficiency. Our initiatives are designed to empower refugees, preserve their dignity, and foster integration into our community. We believe that, by creating a supportive and welcoming environment, we can help refugees achieve their full potential and build a brighter future for themselves and their families.
Our organization values collaboration and works in partnership with community organizations, local businesses, and government stakeholders to maximize our impact. We believe that by working together, we can create an environment that is both efficient and effective, while also upholding the dignity of those we serve.
At the Chicago Refugee Coalition, we are committed to providing responsive and tailored support to refugees, with a focus on promoting their long-term success and self-sufficiency. Our initiatives are designed to empower refugees, preserve their dignity, and foster integration into our community. We believe that, by creating a supportive and welcoming environment, we can help refugees achieve their full potential and build a brighter future for themselves and their families.
Food Security
Currently, the issue of food insecurity affects almost one in eight Americans, with newly resettled refugees at an even higher risk, nearly doubling their chances of being food insecure. Despite this, in the United States alone, close to 200 billion pounds of food are wasted each year. At the Chicago Refugee Coalition, we are dedicated to promoting food security within the refugee community in Chicagoland, while also addressing systemic food waste and developing smarter systems of consumption. To achieve this goal, we have partnered with Imperfect Produce to create a mobile food banking effort. Since August 2018, this initiative has provided over 100,000 meals to the refugee community while simultaneously saving over 120,000 pounds of produce from ending up in landfills. If you would like more information on this program, please reach out to us at [email protected].
Clothing & Essentials Provision |
The Chicago Refugee Coalition operates a unique and comprehensive resource center at Sullivan High School, providing a range of services for the refugee community. One of our primary initiatives is the collection, management, and distribution of new and gently used clothing items, along with essential personal care products. As a national partner of Bombas, a social enterprise clothing company, we are proud to donate and distribute over 10,000 new pairs of socks each year. Additionally, we conduct an annual coat drive campaign known as "Cookies & Coats" which collects new and gently used coats to provide warmth to Chicagoland refugee students.
We believe that access to basic necessities, such as clothing and personal care products, is essential to promoting the well-being and success of refugees in our community. If you, or someone you know, is interested in shopping at the Resource Center please make an appointment using the widget to the right.
We believe that access to basic necessities, such as clothing and personal care products, is essential to promoting the well-being and success of refugees in our community. If you, or someone you know, is interested in shopping at the Resource Center please make an appointment using the widget to the right.